Buying the perfect gay wedding ring
A wedding ring is something that you’ll love and cherish for the rest of your life. Choosing a design can be tricky as your personal tastes will often differ from those of your spouse. However, contrary to popular belief you don’t need to buy matching rings. Feel free to make your own choice; after all, it’s your individualities that attracted each other in the first place.
Measuring your ring size
Measure your ring finger on your preferred hand (traditionally the wedding ring is worn on the left, although the etiquette for gay marriages is still emerging) when your fingers are warm – the temperature can change your finger size. You can download measurers online which can be printed off and wrapped around your finger. The most accurate way to measure your finger, however, is to visit a jeweller. A ring should be snug, but loose enough to take off with minimal effort.
Gold wedding rings
9 carat gold is the most popular metal for wedding rings. The higher the carat number, the higher the percentage of pure gold. Cheaper alloys – those with less pure gold content – will eventually change colour due to reactions with perspiration and other jewellery; therefore, try to pair rings with similar alloys and, if possible, avoid wearing too many rings on the same finger.
Platinum wedding rings
Platinum rings are extremely hard-wearing and durable. Some people opt for gold rings plated with rhodium (white gold), which adds protection and looks similar to platinum. Palladium is a new metal to the jewellery world and features similar characteristics; however, it’s not quite as hard.
Shopping for rings
Just like every relationship is different, so is every proposal. While most people shop together, some people prefer the more traditional approach of shopping alone and “popping the question” – this is becoming more and more frequent among same-sex couples. Do whatever suits you, but just remember to give the jeweller at least 2-3 weeks notice so the ring can be created to the right specifications.
You’ll probably wear your ring on a daily basis; therefore, whatever design you choose, make sure you genuinely like it. It’s fairly common for couples to regret their decision soon after buying, and while recasting is an option, it’s not exactly cheap!
It’s probably a bit early, but if you are very organised why don’t book your free gay wedding planning consultation. We might even be able to help with some ideas for a romantic proposal.
As a gay man which finger should I wear my wedding band on?
Hey Jools, you can wear it on whichever finger you like. There are no rules and both of you can event choose different fingers. Straight couples in the UK traditionally wear their wedding bands on their left ring finger. The finger and hand is not the important thing – it’s the commitment that they symbolise to you and your husband to be.
We exchanged commitment rings years ago, can we use them when we get married?
What is the most traditional material for a ring. Should we buy Gold Rings?
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One thing that I learn from buying wedding ring is that you dont need to buy super expensive rings unless you really have the money for it. As a starting couple, The last thing you want to do is start your marriage off with someone in debt. Ask any marriage counselor and they’ll tell you one of the top reasons couples (straight and gay) run into problems is because of finances. Buy something special but will not burn your pocket to death.
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I havent get the chance to be married with my partner yet but we bought our selves a commitment ring/wedding band. It does not need to be Tiffany and Shane ( Though those are all best quality) but somehow when you wear it would show equally how proud both of you are to each other. Choose someone that suits your style there are many jewellers who are making custom made rings. Though it may cost a little but trust me its worth it. 🙂
My partner and I settled on the simple and matching titanium band. It doesnt need to be super costly. It’s just need to me memorable. Oh come on! It’s the love that counts. 🙂
I also learned something about myself I never knew before. I have bizarrely small hands. So the ring should be a little smaller.
Can someone please post where did they get their platinum rings? All I know is Tiffany and Amazon. I live in Mexico but can get shipments from the US.