Zásnubný prsteň VS svadobný prsteň: potrebujete oboje?
Engagement Ring VS Wedding Ring
If your partner surprised you with the perfect engagement ring, you may be wondering if you really need to add another ring to your fourth finger when you get married. How does an engagement ring differ from a wedding ring? And as you probably wonder, if you love your engagement ring so much, do you really need to add a wedding ring, or can you just keep wearing the same one after the wedding? Let's answer these questions about engagement and wedding ring etiquette once and for all.
Traditional engagement rings usually have one dominant stone that stands alone or is surrounded by smaller stones. The engagement ring is typically given as part of the proposal, and if not, then at the very beginning of the engagement.
In contrast, the wedding ring is traditionally a simple metal ring with diamonds or an eternal ring that you receive when you exchange vows during the wedding ceremony, and you wear it from that point forward. There is also usually a noticeable price difference between the engagement and wedding rings; even if the wedding ring has diamonds or other precious stones, its total carat weight is typically lower than that of the engagement ring.
Of course, you can throw tradition aside. Brides have more say in choosing and designing their wedding bands, experts say. And not only have they broken with tradition, but they've also decided to add a little flair to their choice of engagement and wedding bands. "People do what they want, and engagement rings give you the opportunity to show more creativity," they say.
How to wear the engagement and wedding rings
Traditionally, the engagement and wedding rings are worn together on the left-hand ring finger. As for their arrangement, tradition dictates that the engagement ring be worn inside the wedding ring, so it’s closer to your heart.
However, some brides prefer to wear the engagement ring on one hand and the wedding ring on the other, especially if the rings are very different and difficult to combine.
When to choose wedding bands
We recommend that couples choose their wedding bands at least two months before the wedding. "This way, you can accommodate any last-minute details in wedding planning that may come up, and your bands will already be in production."
Do you need both?
Ultimately, it depends on personal preferences. If you like the traditional look, then yes, of course. Whether you add a pave diamond eternity ring or a simple metal band, a pair of engagement and wedding rings is timeless and beautiful. And a recent trend, which shows no signs of slowing down, is the creation of a circle of three (or more!) bands, often with mixed metals and styles.
Of course, it's perfectly fine if you prefer to wear just one ring that symbolizes both your engagement and your (future) marital status. Here are some sensible reasons why some brides choose to wear just one ring:
Single rings may be more comfortable and less complicated than combining an engagement ring and a wedding band, and they can look absolutely stunning on their own. It's one less ring to worry about losing (which is especially important if you're a bit clumsy). You also don't have to worry about making sure the two rings match perfectly; sometimes it can be difficult to find a wedding band that matches your engagement ring if they weren't bought as a set. The funds that would normally go toward an engagement ring and wedding band can be invested in one exceptional ring.
When it comes to choosing, designing, or wearing engagement and wedding rings, there is no right or wrong answer. You can wear none, one, two, three, or more rings — the important thing is that the ring(s) you decide to wear, to symbolize your love and marriage, will have lasting significance for you for many years.
