By Brad Wilson


You have finally found the person you truly want. There is no denying it as it is all over you. You want her by your side every minute and when you are apart it seems your life is crumbling.

Yes, that is called love.

But do you want to get committed yet? Are you ready to make her part of your life and walk through the ups and downs of life together without making her feel unwanted any day? Do you want to get married now?

Yes, while some people may have gotten prepared, there are still some that the thought of marriage scare to death. You know you are committed to her. You don't want anyone else in your life. But getting married is something you just can't figure out yet.

The following points of view are completely different and will help us understand more the difference between promise ring and engagement ring.

What Is The Difference Between Promise And Engagement Rings

Promise rings are rings given to a woman or man before an engagement ring is presented. This ring does not symbolize a commitment to marriage, but rather a commitment to a monogamous relationship with that particular romantic partner. It can also represent the desire to marry someone in time. While this ring can be worn on the left ring finger, they are usually worn on other fingers so that they won't be mistaken by the actual engagement ring.

Engagement rings, of course, are presented to a romantic partner when you are ready for the lifetime commitment of marriage. These rings are given after promise rings, if any, and always chosen to fit the woman's taste on the long term.

Why Are Promise Rings Necessary?

Many people use promise rings as place holders because they are generally less expensive and elaborate than engagement rings. When a young man is trying to save up for an engagement ring, he presents his love with this place holder to show his intended bride he is committed to the relationship and doesn't want her to go anywhere. He can then gain a little extra time to save up for the actual engagement rings.

Should I Buy An Engagement or Promise Ring?

It is true that most young couples used promise rings before engagement ring but they aren't all necessary. If you know that it is time to settle down with the love of your life, don't settle for the mediocre ring. Give her a ring she will want to wear for the next fifty years of your lives.

A real engagement ring will show her you truly care, and that you are truly interested in standing by her side throughout the years, while a promise ring simply states you 'plan' to become engaged and eventually marry. A promise is always a promise and the probability of it actually happening is left up in the air.




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