Wedding Rings

We can trace this tradition to the ancient times of the Pharaohs to the Roman times and up to this modern age. This tradition of exchanging rings at the wedding ceremony remains a symbol of love and commitment.

The ring is traditionally worn on the fourth finger of the left hand. There are also various historical notes that attest to the reasons why the fourth finger is chosen. The most popular is the thought that the vein of love or “vena amoris” flowed from the third finger of the left hand directly to the heart. Since everyone believes that love comes from the heart, it is no surprise that this romantic historical anecdote is the most popular belief. When both wedding ring and engagement rings are worn, traditionally, the wedding ring is worn below the engagement ring to signify that it is closer to the bride’s heart. Other customs suggest wearing the wedding ring on top of the engagement ring to include the engagement into the marriage and also to show that the ring will stay where the groom has placed it on at the wedding ceremony.

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Dazzling Dangles for Your Bridesmaids

Your wedding planning is coming together.  You’ve chosen your wedding date, the ceremony, reception, flowers, your gown … almost everything is set.  Now it is time to think about what to give your bridesmaids for willingly and happily agreeing to take part  in your wedding.  There are several options to choose from – from the luxurious day in a spa to home made cookies.  It does not matter how much you spend.  It is always the thought that counts.  The gift should be meaningful – something that is unique that will serve as a token of your appreciation for being there for you and for your continued friendship.

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Unique Styles for Your Bridesmaids

You’ve selected your bridesmaids because they are the most special women in your life and for the unique individuals that they are.  When you select their bridesmaid jewelry, choose pieces that reflect their personalities and styles individually.  Here are a few ideas to help get you started on a great gift idea for your special ladies.

Whether you decide on necklaces, bracelets, earrings or a combination of both, there is a great formula to follow to coordinate your bridesmaids’  jewelry with your wedding colors.  To begin your shopping process, keep in mind the colors of your wedding.  Do the flower bouquets that the girls will be carrying include one solid color flower, or are there multiple colors or shades?  Are all of your girls wearing the same dress, or will they be donning different dresses within the same color scheme.  These are the details to look for when selecting your bridesmaids jewelry.

For earrings, it’s quite simple. Figure out what color palate you are working with, whether it’s shades of browns, pinks, oranges, reds, greens, blues, whatever the color scheme keep that in mind.  Then browse through a wide variety of earring styles to find a different style for each maid in your wedding.  If you have a bridesmaid that always wears big hoops or chandeliers and loves that bold statement on her ears, then pick out earrings that go well with her fashion choices.  For the bridesmaid that is more understated and likes a simple and classic look, choose a simple drop style earring for her.

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101 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding – Part 9: Wedding Rings

101 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding – Part 9: Wedding Rings

Wedding rings are symbols of “eternal love” that bride and groom give each other to represent their commitment to each other with a promise to love and cherish till death do they part.  We do not know when this tradition started, but it is quite unusual to witness a wedding without the wedding ring ceremony.  The wedding ring, therefore, is an important element in your wedding ceremony.  The choice of which wedding ring to select is often made by the couple since they usually want a matching set.  The costs range from very expensive rings that are made of platinum or gold embellished with diamonds and other precious stones to tattooed wedding ring.  Part 9 of our 101  Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding gives ideas on saving money in choosing your wedding rings.

67. Shop for your rings online – Purchasing rings online, from places like Completely Weddings Bridal Mall or Amazon can save you a bundle.

68. Opt for simpler rings – If you and your fiancé are on a tight budget, skip the giant diamonds. Get small, simple rings for each other. If you’re a girl who secretly longs for that perfect diamond, you can agree to get new, custom designed rings on your 1, 5, or 10 year anniversary when you may be more secure financially.

69. Use an heirloom – Many families have heirloom rings that they want to pass on. Your only expense may be resizing it.

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Bridal Jewery and Your Wedding Gown

Bridal Jewelry that Coordinates with Your Gown

In our article Choosing Your Bridal Jewelry we pointed out that the bridal jewelry you choose should coordinate with the wedding gown that you have selected to wear for your big wedding day.  We also gave you a series of tips on How to Choose Your Bridal Gown.  Now that you have chosen your bridal gown, it is time to explore what bridal jewelry will match the style of your wedding gown.

Read our suggestions below on what style of bridal jewelry will match your style of wedding dress, specifically your bridal gown neckline.  Refer to our article Popular Wedding Gown Necklines to review the different bridal gown necklines.  Download a pdf file of our ‘Necklace Length Guide‘ here to see the length of the bridal necklace mentioned below.

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