Engagement

The answer depends on the couple’s attitude to tradition, cultural background, and where the ceremony is held. Wedding traditions constantly change, including the ring exchange customs. Modern wedding ceremonies don’t have as strict rules as they used to centuries ago. Still, religious ceremonies typically follow certain customs, while civil ceremonies are more democratic. Thankfully, marriage […]

It’s a justifiable concern. Decision on which finger to wear a wedding ring on affects the choice of ring size. It can also serve as a sign of respect to traditions or, on the opposite, to challenge them. Some brides find wearing a wedding ring on the fourth finger of the left hand uncomfortable. Thankfully […]

The good news is that wedding rings aren’t even in the top-five most expensive wedding features, unlike the engagement ring. A wedding ring’s price depends on the metal, gemstone, design, brand, and other factors, so the range is wide. Still, the average price can serve as a good reference point. Most importantly, remember that statistical […]

Many women get stressed from the thought of wearing something so pricey and dear every day. What if the ring gets stolen, lost, or damaged? Wedding ring insurance brings you peace of mind, protecting your precious band against any perils. Of course, it won’t cover a heartbreak from sentimental loss, but cash payout for ring […]

Most of us aren’t accustomed to wearing fine jewelry daily, so not knowing how to clean a wedding ring is natural. The best suitable cleaning method depends on your ring’s metal, gemstone (or the lack of one), and condition. The good news is that you don’t need to buy professional cleaning solutions. Household items like […]

The average cost of an engagement ring is about $5,000. For the most part, the price depends on the type of metal, gemstone, design intricacy, and brand. Historically, the purpose of an expensive engagement ring was to guarantee a woman’s financial future if the wedding was canceled. Nowadays, this isn’t relevant, yet the tradition of […]

A complimentary wedding band will enhance the beauty of your engagement ring without stealing the spotlight. Like your engagement ring, your wedding band should reflect your personality and fit your lifestyle. There are so many considerations when choosing a wedding band – the metal, gemstone color, cut, profile, comfort, and design elements. Matching your wedding […]

Modern western couples have total freedom of deciding what their ceremony will be like and whether they want to exchange wedding bands. Some couples are limited in the budget; in other cases, the bride doesn’t want to replace her engagement ring with a different one but doesn’t want to wear two at once. The answer […]

Such a high price is, in most cases, justified. Jewelry making is a form of art, and jewelers spend decades learning fine techniques such as filigree and openwork. But a ring doesn’t necessarily have to feature an intricate design to cost a fortune. Wedding ring materials on their own are typically valuable and rare. This […]

The short answer to “how should a woman wear her wedding rings?” is – how she pleases. There are no strict rules in the U.S., although there’s a specific traditional way. Depending on the woman’s preferences, the symbolism she places on each ring, and practical considerations, she can refrain from the tradition and choose a […]