Top questions about wedding ring etiquette

Why should I wear a wedding ring on a third finger?
It is believed that third finger of the left hand has a connection with the heart through the vein that was named “vena amori” (lat. vein of love). Since that time, according to ancient tradition, wedding ring was dictated to be worn on the third finger. Bride and Groom wear it to declare their life lasting love and undeniable commitment.

What are wedding rings traditionally made of?
Traditionally, most people opt for gold wedding rings, as it is the most noble metal and symbolizes high value of the marriage commitment. Though, today you have vast opportunities to choose among white gold, silver or platinum according to your tastes. The most important thing to keep in mind is that wedding ring is not jewelry meant for wearing a little while(hopefully).You should understand that you purchase this symbolical ring for lifetime( or at least for quite a long period). That’s why you should make sure a particular wedding ring suits you the best.

Wedding and engagement ring: to wear together or separately?
Often confusion occurs when a bride doesn’t know where to place her engagement ring during the wedding ceremony. The best way to avoid awkwardness is to put it on the ring finger of the right hand before the ceremony. After you took the vows and exchanged wedding rings, you put the engagement ring back on the ring finger of the left hand with the wedding ring. This is at least what wedding etiquette indicates.

Who is responsible for buying wedding ring?
Tradition to buy wedding ring remained basically the same. Groom and bride divide their responsibility equally. The bride pays for groom’s wedding ring, when bride’s wedding ring is prerogative of the groom (as well as engagement ring).

Who is wedding ring bearer?
 It’s a common practice to choose a ring bearer for wedding ceremony. Earlier, this role was given to young boy. Nowadays, you may deviate from this tradition and choose a young girl for this mission. In this case think about proper outfit for her so that she could dress up similar to the flower girl.

In what way should a wedding proposal be made?
In the past times, groom-to-be would choose an engagement ring and presented it together with making a proposal. This should be actually a surprise for a bride. But today it’s ok with the girl to hint the peculiarities of preferable engagement ring. Some couples would accept the idea to choose the ring together.