During a ring ceremony, the specific way you wear rings involves a temporary switch to allow the wedding band to be placed on the left ring finger, traditionally closest to the heart. Here's the process:
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Before the Ceremony: If you wear an engagement ring, it's typically moved from your left ring finger to your right ring finger. This clears the way for your partner to place the wedding band on your left ring finger during the ceremony.
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During the Ceremony: Your partner will place the wedding ring on your left ring finger. This symbolizes your commitment and union.
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After the Ceremony: You can then move your engagement ring back to your left hand, typically worn above the wedding band. Some people choose to wear it on their right hand permanently or only on special occasions.
Here's a table summarizing the process:
| Stage | Ring to be Worn | Finger | Hand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Before Ceremony | Engagement Ring | Right Ring | Right |
| During Ceremony | Wedding Band | Left Ring | Left |
| After Ceremony | Wedding Band | Left Ring | Left |
| After Ceremony (Optional) | Engagement Ring | Left Ring (above wedding band) OR Right Ring | Left OR Right |
In summary, the engagement ring is temporarily moved to the right hand, the wedding band is placed on the left ring finger during the ceremony, and then the engagement ring is often placed above the wedding band on the left hand after the ceremony.
