“I would like to have engraved inside every wedding band: be kind to one another.” Randolph Ray
Almost all brides wear a wedding ring. In early days, they had two purposes. Then, brides were bought by their husbands and the ring was accepted as partial payment, which symbolized a groom’s honourable intentions. It wasn’t until medieval Italy when rings started to include diamonds. A diamond’s hardness was considered symbolic of enduring love.
Jeff Denomme Photography, Windsor, ON.
The ring also symbolizes the circle of life. Traditionally the wedding ring is worn on the fourth finger of the left hand. This custom came from the Egyptians who believed that the left hand was connected directly to the heart. Although, the ring finger does not have a vein to the heart, the tradition is still carried on today.
At present, silver and platinum rings are still the most popular out-selling more than yellow gold, and white gold in 14 and 18k, which are seeing an upswing as we move to the end of 2010. Coloured stones are also appealing, and whether your ring is thick or thin, wide or narrow, the choice is entirely yours. Just keep in mind what your occupation is, and how a certain style may prove impractical for day-to-day use.
For comfort and safekeeping, make certain you get the correct fit. Day in, day out, year after year, no other piece of apparel can compete with the hours that you will wear your wedding ring.
Read more about jewellery, diamonds and wedding planning in the current issue of The Wedding Guide, available at selected bridal salons on this website.
