On Which Finger Should a Wedding Ring Be Worn?

 
 
A wedding ring is meant to symbolize commitment and love between the people who exchange those rings, a reminder of the vows they’ve made to each other. That is accepted across almost all cultures and peoples.  

What can differ from culture, religion, geographical location, and more – is which finger is considered the “correct” one on which to wear said wedding ring. The team from Sylvie recently offered some guidance on the subject... 
Most often, in this day and age, we see wedding rings worn on the fourth finger of the left hand. There was a belief, in times of Ancient Romans, when people believed that the vein in the ring finger ran directly to the heart; it was even called “vena amoris” in Latin, translating to “vein of love” in English.  
 

Modern Customs 
Today, more couples are breaking with tradition and wearing their rings in ways that align closely with their cultural or personal preferences. Many people in Eastern Europe and South America wear their wedding rings on their right hand, on whichever finger they prefer.  

Personal Preference 
Many individuals' choice of finger is influenced by considerations such as aesthetics or comfort. Someone with a physically intense job might wear a ring on a non-dominant hand, or only outside of work hours altogether.  
Often, a bride might also choose to wear her engagement and wedding rings on separate hands, depending on size of the ring, whether she has a coordinated set or stacking rings, or just for comfort.  
 
Final Thoughts 
The bottom line in deciding which finger or hand to wear a wedding ring on is between the two people in the relationship, and their comfort level. As with any decision, communication is key to understanding reasoning, and respecting each other’s preferences and choices is paramount to creating a long-lasting and loving relationship. Choosing a wedding ring and how to wear it is a discussion and decision for both partners, and it is worth having that conversation early to discover each other’s viewpoints.  
 

You can read the entire blog post from Sylvie Levine here:     Wedding Ring Placement 
 

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