How To Choose Your Perfect Wedding Ring
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1. What the rings signify: The tradition of exchanging rings comes from roman times. The rings sealed the union and added value to the marriage contract. The metal used was iron. The reason they were chosen to be made round was because it represented an eternal covenant that has neither a beginning nor an end. The promise of commitment and love is lifelong and eternal.
It's tradition to wear the ring on your left hand because of an old belief (however false) that it had the only finger that had a vein that ran straight to the heart. It's also for practical reasons because the majority of people are right handed so, on the left hand the ring won't be worn down too quickly.
2. The wide selection of rings: The tradition goes on but the aesthetic of rings has evolved a lot. Rings used to be very basic but today there's a ring to match every taste and budget. Jewellery shops of all sizes never stop re-inventing their ring designs.
Of course, in larger shops it's much easier to find rings in platinum, yellow gold, white gold or rose gold all set with precious stones.
However, for those on a budget there are always silver rings. The symbol of love and commitment can still be shown through engraving a small message or the name of your soulmate on the inside of the ring.
3. Making the right choice: At the end of the day, your ring choice is down to your personal taste. However, you've got to take your lifestyle and routine into account. Your ring will have to come with you wherever you go so, if you've got to keep taking it off so you don't ruin it or are scared of losing it maybe you've made the wrong choice, have a think about it!
Your ring should become a part of you, should match your style and shouldn't be an embarrassment. Don't forget, this precious piece of jewellery will usually accompany you for decades so, be certain that the style you've chosen is timeless and that you'll still like it in thirty or forty years and that it's not just a passing fad.
Finally, your fingers can swell especially when it's hot in summer. So, to choose the right size ring it's advised to try them on when your body temperature is normal.
