We all know how the classic engagement goes: there's flowers, the "big question," and, of course, a sparkling diamond ring. That's how you're supposed to do it, right?
Well, not really. Since all relationships are different, there are endless possibilities when it comes to celebrating them — and we think that's awesome!
That means that we're seeing pairs of all stripes expressing their love in different ways, like this couple who wanted to put some spookiness into their special day.
This time, we're taking a look at a really truly personalized way to pop the question. After all, you're giving someone your heart, yes? Why not given them another little piece of yourself, too?
See what this couple did to seal the deal, and then tell us all about the craziest wedding or engagement you've every seen in the comments!
(h/t: Mashable, Huffington Post)
Carlee Leifkes and Lucas Mancoon-Unger met at a music festival in Vancouver, and felt an instant connection. Eventually, they decided to tie the knot. And Unger had the perfect surprise when it came to the ring.
Yes, that's a tooth! Specifically, it's Lucas' wisdom tooth, which was pulled when he was a teenager. He had it set into a ring. And Carlee absolutely loves it.
The couple would also like to give thanks to George Bashoura of Bridewell Diamonds for creating this unique and memorable piece.
And Carlee is totally fine without a diamond. Diamonds happen to be her birthstone, and she finds them to be 'overrated.'
'Nobody will have this ring because it’s a piece of him... No two people are the same — same goes for our ring!' Carlee says. And while the choice is certainly unconventional, the couple's friends and family think it's perfect for them.
For Carlee, Lucas' wisdom tooth means more to her than a diamond ever could. 'We've never been the 'traditional couple,'' she said on Facebook. 'Why the heck start now?'
The happy couple plans to get married in Las Vegas later this month, with Elvis officiating (of course).
And don't worry, Lucas gets a ring, too. Carlee surprised her husband-to-be with this custom-made ring, which includes a line from the song that was playing when they first met.
His ring was created by custom jeweler Tattoollery.
Alternatives to diamond engagement rings are becoming more popular, especially as concerns over the ethics of diamond mining become stronger.
So while a tooth might not be for everyone, this ring proves that when it comes to love and your special day, you can be as unique as you want!
SHARE this offbeat idea with the unconventional people in your life!
