Do You Wear Your Engagement Ring on Your Wedding Day?

There are so many different traditions when it comes to weddings, and it is easy to get confused about what is right and wrong.

As a bride, it is common to wear your engagement ring on the fourth finger of your left hand as a symbol of engagement up until the wedding day.

But do you wear your engagement ring on your wedding day? Let's find out in today's blog, where we will look into the tradition of engagement rings, whether men wear them and considerations when shopping for your wedding band.

What Hand Does Your Engagement Ring Go On?

The most traditional hand for a wedding ring is the left hand. This is because the left hand is closest to the heart. In many different countries and cultures, the way that people wear their symbols of love differs – but in the UK, it is the left.

The most traditional finger is the one closest to the pinky, known as the ring finger. This is the same for both men and women.

Do Men Wear Engagement Rings?

Yes! Men can wear engagement rings and it has become increasingly popular for men to wear engagement rings in recent years. As society is changing into a more equal structure, it is becoming more common and encouraged.

Traditionally, the engagement ring was shown as a symbol of the woman being 'taken'. This idea dates back to the ancient Roman Empire.

Whilst the idea of men wearing engagement rings is not traditionally recognised, it is a way to show mutual commitment and love between a couple.

What Do I Do With My Engagement Ring on My Wedding Day?

It is down to personal preference what you do with your wedding ring on your wedding day, but the more traditional etiquette is to move your ring to the opposite hand during the ceremony and then replace the ring after the ceremony above the wedding band.

Some people also choose to not wear their engagement ring on their wedding day and leave it at home, so that the dazzle of the engagement ring does not outshine the wedding band in photos.

Where Can I Find the Perfect Wedding Ring

Now that you have secured your engagement ring, it is time to shop for a wedding ring ahead of your special day.

At Miltons Diamonds we specialise in new and second-hand jewellery and our team of professionals will be happy to help you find you and your partner your dream rings.

If you find your dream ring, but it is second-hand and doesn't fit you, don't worry – we can re-size the ring for you, most of the time at no extra cost.

There are some considerations you should make as you browse for your dream wedding band. These include:

Budget

Set a budget and stick to it. When wedding ring shopping it can be easy to get carried away. Setting a budget will also narrow down your choices and ensure that you can get the best ring for the price that you are willing to pay.

You can expect to pay anywhere between £300 to £1200 depending on the chosen metal, style and brand.

Does It Compliment Your Engagement Ring?

Make sure you are wearing your engagement ring for your wedding band shopping so that you can try them both on together and make sure that they complement each other nicely.

You are going to be wearing your wedding ring for years to come, so it's essential that you love it.

Find Inspiration

Finding inspiration and spending some time researching different styles and wedding band types is essential.

There is nothing worse than not looking for ideas and a few months down the line finding a ring you like more than the one you have!

Wedding Rings at Miltons Diamonds

Here at Miltons Diamonds, we have a dazzling collection of not only engagement rings but wedding bands too. We stock men's and women's rings and have a selection of platinum, white gold and yellow gold for you to choose from.

Choosing wedding bands together with your partner is personal and should be done together, our team of professionals are happy to help you to find the perfect rings. If you can't make it to our Merseyside stores then get in touch and a member of our team will be happy to help.

We specialise in new and second-hand jewellery and our prices start from as little as £85! Browse our website today!