You can wear a ring on any finger you want, and there are no rules that make it inappropriate to wear a ring on any given finger. If you want to wear a ring on your pinky, do it! If you feel like wearing 10 rings at once, go for it! Does the idea of wearing a cocktail ring as a knuckle duster sound fun? Do it!
If there’s one rule for wearing jewelry, it’s that you should be the one who enjoys wearing it. Don’t worry about what others think or whether your jewelry choices follow what is traditionally considered appropriate (we are talking about rings here, not an ear cuff). It’s risky to rely on too many external influences when purchasing jewelry—fashion trends change rapidly and you might eventually regret making purchases based on something as fleeting as “trendiness.” Shopping for jewelry based on popular styles is fine if you’re just looking for some cheap accessories with fun patterns and colors that suit your mood. However, if you’re interested in investing in quality pieces that will last through several years of fashion trends, stick with timeless classics rather than trendy items.
The ring finger
Of all the fingers, it is the most sensitive. It’s also the one that gets a lot of attention, thanks to being the home of most rings people choose to wear. But with so many options for rings and fingers, where do you start?
In this guide, we’ll cover what finger to wear a ring on—for both men and women. When it comes to wearing rings, there are no hard-and-fast rules about what finger you have to put them on. Ultimately, it all depends on your style and preference, but there are some traditions worth noting if those things interest you!
Types of Rings
Here are just some of the reasons you might wear a ring on your finger:
- Wedding rings – wedding rings symbolize the love and commitment between married partners. They’re traditionally worn by both women and men.
- Promise rings – promise rings show that the wearer has committed to abstaining from premarital sex until they’re married, like a purity pledge, but in jewelry form.
- Engagement rings – engagement rings signal that the wearer is engaged to be married, and indicate that marriage is imminent. Engagement rings are typically given by women to men, though this tradition isn’t set in stone (pun intended).
- Family heirloom or family signet ring – these types of family-passed-down ring signify someone’s familial heritage or connection with a particular organization. They tend to be worn on a specific finger of the left hand, but there’s no rule about this—it all depends on which finger feels most comfortable for you! And if neither hand feels right? Try wearing it around your neck! You can get them converted into pendants at any jeweler if need be—and besides which…
Why rings?
Rings have a wide variety of purposes, and are worn for many different reasons. Rings can be worn as a fashion statement, or to show people your status in life (whether you’re married, engaged, or even if you’re a wizard). They can be used to express your beliefs or reflect your role in society (as with religious rings and military medals). You might even wear them because they look good—that’s a totally valid reason! But no matter what the purpose behind wearing one is, the meanings behind it are often communicated by the hand on which it’s worn and which finger it’s placed on.
The ring finger
- You’ve probably noticed that the ring finger is not identical in size to the finger next to it.
- All wedding rings should be worn on this particular finger, as it will bring you and your partner good luck and love.
Ring Etiquette
One rule in particular has changed with time: the idea that once you’re married, your engagement ring is supposed to move to your right hand. This practice began in Victorian England, when it was considered improper for a married woman to wear a diamond ring on her left hand—an attribute of the upper class and therefore unacceptable for middle-class married women. But nowadays, this is an outdated idea. In fact, once you’re engaged, you can move your engagement ring to your right hand and wear your wedding ring on your left hand—or vice versa!
If you want to wear two rings on the same finger, place them so that the one you wear most often is closest to your body. For example, if you have a wedding band and an engagement ring that both fit comfortably on the third finger of your left hand (as many people do), put the wedding band closer to your palm and the engagement band slightly farther out.
Whether it’s a wedding ring, class ring, or just something you find pretty, rings are fun to wear and show off.
Whether it’s a wedding ring, class ring, or just something you find pretty, rings are fun to wear and show off. The best part is that there’s no wrong way to rock a ring! You can get the right fit for your finger by simply following these steps:
- Measure the circumference of your finger.
- Measure the diameter of your ring.
- Use a tape measure or piece of string to wrap around your base knuckle (the one farthest from your fingertip).
- Mark where the string ends and pull it tight over a ruler to see how long it is in millimeters (mm).
- When shopping for rings online or in stores, look for sizing charts that include measurements in millimeters along with other options such as small/medium/large sizes so you can find something that fits perfectly without needing any guesswork on your part!
Conclusion
In conclusion, fingers have been used for a variety of purposes throughout history. They have served as both tools and weapons, and today they can be found in many workplaces from the medical field to the fast food industry. There are also many different ways to wear rings on your fingers–whether you choose a certain finger based on convenience or personal preference is up to you. The choice is yours!
