Everything You Need to Know About Wedding Rings
Marriage is a sacred bond between two people who love each other and want to spend their lives together, create a family, and grow together. One of the most traditional ways that show that a person is married is that special ring that holds a special meaning to the wife and husband's hearts; wearing a wedding ring is a tradition known since ancient times.
In the Middle East, engagement rings are placed on the right hand, while the wedding ring is placed on the left hand. And according to historic reports, the wearing of the engagement or wedding ring goes back to the era of the pharaohs. In other stories, it is told that the fourth finger in the left hand is linked to an artery that reaches the heart directly, known as the artery of love, so that's why the ring is worn on that finger.
While in Chinese novels and stories it is said that wearing a ring in the fourth finger represents the husband or wife, while the thumb represents the parents and the index finger represents the siblings. As for the middle finger it represents the self, while the little finger indicates the children.
In Roman history, women have been wearing a ring in their fingers to signify perfection, because the circular shape symbolizes perfection, and a person is considered to be complete when he or she gets married.
As mentioned above, in Arab cultures and traditions, the engagement ring is worn on the right hand, while the wedding ring is worn on the left hand. The reason for this is that the right hand is the one that we swear and pledge with, and, therefore, during the engagement, we pledge to marry for life.
But no matter what the history or traditions behind the engagement and wedding ring are, no one can disagree that it is very important, meaningful, and romantic.
Details to Consider
When it comes to choosing your wedding ring, many things will influence your decision, such as the budget, style, and metal.
You need to decide with your partner what is the budget you will be aiming for, what kind and what style of ring you want, and start from there.
To help you out, we created an amazing guide that has everything you need to know when it comes to wedding rings - click to check it out!
Know The Different Metals
Many brides know very little about the metals they can choose from for their wedding band, so, before heading off to the jewelry boutique to choose your perfect wedding band, make sure you understand the basics.
Each metal has its different characteristics, cons and pros, and to help you know which metal suits you best without getting confused we have a guide with all the information on gold, silver, and platinum rings - read more here!
The Style of The Ring
Before you go to see different jewelry shops and look at their ring collections, try to get an idea of what you want. If you are a bride who has always dreamt of the perfect wedding ring then a unique ring is what you should look for.
If you are a classic bride who loves timeless pieces, then a classic cut and style is definitely for you.
Choosing your wedding ring style all depends on your personal style and taste.
To help you out check this article we have on: "Ideas and Styles of Wedding Rings We Love".
Keep Up with Trends
When it comes to following wedding or engagement ring trends it all goes back to your personal style. There are many beautiful trends that come out each year depending on what is more popular among brides, royals, and celebrity brides.
For example, the three-stone engagement ring became popular when Meghan Markle wore hers. When Jennifer Lopez got engaged and wore her beautiful emerald-cut diamond ring, we started seeing a lot of brides going for an emerald cut diamond ring as well.
Here are some articles that will help you keep up with trends:
Mistakes to Avoid
Buying a wedding ring is no easy task even if you know exactly what kind of wedding ring you want. There are some common mistakes couples fall into when choosing their wedding or engagement rings, for example, the most common mistake is the size. Another common mistake is choosing a design that is not comfortable or a design that you won't be able to wear later.
There are many other mistakes you should avoid before buying your wedding ring, know them all here!
More Ideas and Inspiration
Are you still confused about what style of wedding ring you want? We have picked some stunning rings for you to check out and get some inspiration from.
Take a look at the wedding and engagement rings below and get an idea of what style of rings you prefer.
