The reason many wear wedding rings on their left hand dates back to Ancient Rome. Traditionally, Romans believed the vein on the third finger of the left hand ran directly to the heart, naming it vena amoris (or ‘the vein of love’), symbolizing eternal love. 

This tradition continues today in many countries. But how you choose to wear your wedding ring is entirely up to you – some people like to wear it on their left hand; others prefer to wear it on their right. You can even choose to wear it on a chain around your neck, so you can always keep it close to your heart. 

How you choose to wear your wedding bands comes down to personal choice.

The wedding band you choose to pair with your engagement ring comes down to personal preference and the look you want to achieve. Your engagement ring can help direct the style of the wedding band, and lead you to something more simple or elaborate.  

Wedding bands for women come in a range of unforgettable styles, and men’s wedding bandsalso offer bold and sophisticated designs. Your wedding band and engagement ring can complement one another as part of a bridal set, from a timeless halo or teardrop setting, to a coloured gemstone as a striking centrepiece. 

Prefer to coordinate? A pair of couples' wedding rings will ensure yours matches with your partner’s. With a large selection of styles, designs, and precious metals, you’re sure to find a set you both love.

Traditionally, your wedding ring goes on first, then your engagement ring is placed on top. Most people like to wear their wedding band on their left hand to remind them of the deep commitment they’ve made and to reinforce the strong bond they have with their partner. 

Some like to wear their wedding band as part of a wedding set. This can offer a more harmonious sense of style and creates an ideal fit between rings. A set of wedding rings is also a good option if you have an engagement ring that features a uniquely-shaped diamond or design, with your wedding band helping to provide the perfect complement. 

You can even add other rings over time that hold special significance, like an eternity ring, which is typically worn on top of your engagement ring. 

There is no need for your wedding earrings to match your wedding ring.

On the day and in photos, your earrings may be more visible than your wedding band, so it’s important to choose these carefully and match them to the aesthetic of your dress and hair. This will achieve a stylish, cohesive wedding day look.

While you do not need to wear your engagement ring to your wedding, traditionally brides wear their engagement ring on their right ring finger on their wedding day.

This leaves the left ring finger bare, ready to receive a wedding band during the exchanging of vows. The engagement ring can then be placed above the wedding band after the ceremony - leaving the wedding band closest to your heart.

A gift for your bridesmaids in the form of a necklace, bracelet or earrings is the perfect way to show them how much they mean to you. 

You may consider purchasing your bridesmaids matching jewellery to ensure uniformity on the day, or you may like to give each bridesmaid something unique that captures their personality or style. Popular bridesmaids gifts include engraved pendant necklaces, gemstone earrings and gold or silver bracelets that they can treasure for a lifetime.