What is idea behind promise rings?

Promise rings are perfect in a number of circumstances:

• Firstly for those wishing to get engaged but for one reason or another are currently unable to do so promise rings provide a way of committing to your partner.
• Many couples no longer believe in traditional marriages, promise rings are growing in popularity amongst these couples.
• Promise rings are popular amongst those committing to life long changes, either weight loss challenges, overcoming addictions or just a commitment to become a better person. The ring serves as a permanent reminder to your commitment. The Jonas brother recent gain a lot of media over their promise ring scandal.
• Friends committed to life long friendship often purchase matching promise rings to signify their bond. This is also popular amongst close siblings.

Are promise rings for the giver or receiver?

This depends entirely upon the purpose of the ring, in general there are no rules or social norms governing this aspect of promise rings. They are increasingly warn by both the giver and receiver and there are even promise rings available which are design

What is the difference between a promise ring and purity ring?

Purity rings are usually worn by those committed to abstain from sex until marriage for religious purposes. Purity rings are similar in concept to a Promise ring and also becoming extremely popular.

Are promise rings worn by younger or older generations?

Surprisingly both, older couples often purchase promise rings on anniversaries while younger couples purchase for all the reasons listed in the first question. In addition to those purchasing promise rings for relationship commitments are a massive group of people purchasing for personal pledges and goals. This group of course is fairly well spread in age. Promise rings essentially are another type of jewelry. The meaning and symbolism of any piece is ultimately up to you.

Which finger are promise rings warn on?

The 4th finger on the right hand is the traditional finger for rings symbolizing love or affection. This finger contains the ‘Vein of Love’. Many couples in Western cultures choose to wear promise rings on their left hands. Perhaps the greatest benefit of a promise ring is its flexibility. A promise ring can signify a vast array of personal meanings and is just as flexible in how it is warn. Some even choose to wear the ring on a necklace.

How can I personalize my promise ring?

If your promise ring is being purchased as a commitment between two people you may decide to purchase matching rings. Couples sometimes have individual names engraved on each others rings, others choose a date signifying the time they committed to changing their lives.

When is a promise ring inappropriate?

Promise rings signify commitment, if you’re lacking the fortitude required to keep your commitment then you should wait until you have proven to yourself you are willing to ‘stick to your guns’. If you’re in this situation you might like to consider using the promise ring as a ‘first step’ reward. Keep the commitment for a few months and then reward yourself with a promise ring if you’re successful.