Picking a wedding ring can sometimes be as stressful as proposing to your partner. A lot of thought goes into what to pick. You have to consider so many different things. From the ring size, metal type, and price, certain things will influence your options. You want something that's comfortable and affordable, but you also want something that'll represent your relationship. Even when you finally do manage to find that perfect ring, you'll end up running into all sorts of different thoughts and misconceptions. Can I wear wedding bands before my big day? Should you stick to and wear engagement rings until the special occasion?

You'll overthink it like so many more of us. Some questions arise from the mysticism behind your ring's materials. Other concerns can arise depending on your cultural traditions. Regardless of the reasoning, you want everything to be perfect for your piece of jewelry, and there's nothing wrong with that. We'll help you put a lot of your potential worries to rest so you can focus on what's most important: your wedding day.

Before we clear up any misconceptions, we need to start with why so many people get anxious over when they can wear their wedding ring. It boils down to what a wedding ring stands for. What is the meaning behind a wedding ring?

Some people believe that wedding rings represent a commitment between a married couple. They are symbols of promise. Others think that wedding rings are a symbol of love and protection. To most people, they symbolize an eternal partnership between two lovers. The circular shape is a common symbol related to infinity, while the empty hole in the center is a path to their futures. Ancient cultures viewed it as a marriage contract wrapped around the fourth finger of your left hand with that finger where the "vein of love" leads to the heart. Of course, that didn't stop some cultures from moving from the traditional ring finger. Early Celtics wore their wedding ring around their middle fingers. It was also common to wear your ring around your thumb in the 17th century England.

The symbolism rabbit hole goes even further. Different inlays full of precious stones can change the meaning and supposed health benefits of beautiful rings. For example, garnet gemstones represent love. They also carry unproven healing properties in their wearers. A malachite ring can help fights diseases, intestinal problems, and heals impurities. Regardless of what you personally believe, you can tell that there's a ton of mysticism here. This is the result of centuries of tradition passing from generation to generation.

Is it really bad luck to wear a wedding ring before marriage? Putting your wedding ring on the same finger as your engagement ring finger surely can't lead to issues down the road, right? Well, it largely depends on your personal beliefs and customs. Some people may believe that it is bad luck to wear a wedding ring before marriage. Wearing your special ring too early might set off bad vibes. It's like seeing the bride before the ceremony on your big day. Some people think wearing their wedding band before their marriage might also jinx them.

These are just common superstitions. It isn't bad luck to wear your wedding band early. If your relationship falls apart because you decided to wear your ring too early, then you had bigger problems to begin with.

We've had countless customers wearing their wedding bands before their official wedding day. And guess what? We strongly encourage future customers to do the same for a wide range of reasons. Wearing your ring before your marriage is actually a good idea. The best thing about wearing your ring before marriage is it can help make sure that you ordered the right size. The last thing you want to do is exchange vows and rings, say I do, and then for your ring to be too tight or loose. Another great reason to wear your wedding band before marriage is to make sure you don't have any allergic reactions to the material in question.

You're going to want to wear your wedding band to make sure it fits properly. Does it actually fit around you or your partner's left ring finger? Is it too tight? You can only imagine the embarrassment during the exchange of wedding rings, only to realize that your ring isn't slipping on seamlessly. It's already too late by that point. You'll have to send your rings back to your jeweler to get resized and then you'll be married and without any rings. t's the same case for when you decide to try out and wear engagement rings. You'll want something that actually fits or you risk spoiling the mood. Sure, it'll make for a funny engagement story at the wedding reception. But your wallet won't be too happy about your sign of engagement!

Depending on your finger type you'll also want to make sure you actually like the ring. You need a chance to wear it in multiple situations. By doing this, you'll be able to see if the material's the right fit for you. Does it match your personal style? Does it pair well with your regular outfits? Some customers realize that they want a darker ring, or some want something with a shinier luster. Whatever the case may be, you won't know how you'll feel until you actually wear the physical ring. Your promise ring's going to last as long as your lifelong commitment to your partner, so you're going to want to make sure that it's something you absolutely love.

You definitely want to make sure your ring is comfortable for constant wear. You need to try out all of your daily activities while it's around your left finger. If you didn't know, your finger has a tendency to expand in warmer climates and vice versa in colder climates. If it feels uncomfortable, you might want something made from a different material. A gold band may feel too heavy, so perhaps you'll settle with a lighter silver band. You might also prefer a plain band that's smaller in width if you have shorter fingers. When you wear engagement rings or wedding bands, you want it to symbolize your personal commitment to your partner. You want the world to know that you're not alone. You have a marriage partner. But what is there to symbolize if you're not wearing it due to the ring feeling uncomfortable?

Different societies handle rings differently than Western cultures too. You're going to want to see if it fits with you or your spouse's marriage norms. For example, European traditions have their men wear their wedding rings on their right-hand ring finger. This is the opposite for North America, where we have our rings around the ring finger of our left hands. If you intend on having a traditional wedding, you'll want to know what it's like to have your ring on the opposite hand. What better way of doing so than physically wearing it before your marriage?

Asian countries like China also show a different way of wearing wedding rings. Some women wear their wedding ring on the left hand, while men wear theirs on their right hand. It's an attempt to represent yin and yang and has grown in popularity in other parts of Asia. This is something to consider if you're wanting a traditional Chinese wedding. You and your partner are going to want to know if your engagement or wedding ring actually feels okay around your desired finger under traditional circumstances. Sure, it might be completely fine on your left hand. But if you're the one who's going to be putting it on your right hand after the ceremony, wouldn't you like to know what it feels like before the wedding?

In the end, there are more good than bad reasons to wearing your unified piece. If you want to make sure it matches your individual style and comfort, there's only one way to do that. A lot of the superstitions boil down to people looking too deeply into popular traditions. Thankfully, there's nothing wrong with that. The beautiful thing about marriage is that it opens you up to all sorts of different traditions. European countries, Asian countries, and other Western countries have had a profound impact on the mysticism of wedding ceremonies. The wonderful thing about it all is that there isn't a set in stone rule. You're dealing with guidelines, and it's up to you and your partner to decide on when to wear your wedding ring.