Source: Shutterstock.com/Melinda Nagy One of the most common questions we get is about ring placement. It seems almost normal that people consider the left ring finger the universal placement of someone’s wedding ring, but what if we told you that’s not always the case? If you’ve ever wondered what finger you should wear a wedding ring on, then this one’s for you. The Vena Amoris – Folklore with Lasting Impacts If you’ve ever researched the history of wedding rings, then you’ll have run across the concept of the vena amoris, also known as the Vein of Love. While not true at all, many early civilizations believed there was a vein that led through a person’s ring finger directly to their heart. Because of this, many cultures adapted the practice of wearing wedding bands or jewelry professing love and commitment to another on the left ring finger. This piece of folklore, though centuries old and vastly inaccurate, continues to impact our culture today, with many Western couples choosing to wear their rings on their left ring fingers. How Other Cultures Wear Their Rings These days, there are many cultures that still don’t wear wedding rings on their left hands. Many Eastern cultures, such as in the Middle East or even Eastern Europe, wear rings on their right hands. Some cultures wear engagement bands on their right hand, and then move the rings to their left after the ceremony. Others, such as the Celtic culture, have specific rings worn by women that show the transitions of relationships through their lives, known as Claddagh rings. Pop the Question with a Silicone Ring What’s the Correct Placement? This is our favorite part! This is where we get to tell you that you can wear your wedding ring on any finger of any hand that you choose. It’s entirely up to you! No one can really dictate how you wear your wedding ring. Instead, only you and your partner can come up with the perfect solution. Some people choose to wear their rings on their middle fingers; others choose to go with their culture. Some couples even wear their rings on different fingers! And, when you start to add in factors such as anniversary bands or stackable rings, the entire idea of where it’s “right” to place your ring goes entirely out the window. We’re here to tell you that the only placement that’s correct is the one you choose. Source: Shutterstock.com/style-photo The only thing you can’t avoid is ring sizing. It’s important you get the correct size for your ring. Keep in mind that each of your fingers is a different size, and just because your ring fits on one finger of one hand doesn’t mean that it will fit on the same finger of the other hand. Make sure you measure the finger(s) you want to wear your ring on before purchasing a ring. We’ve created this handy ring size chart you can use to accurately measure your finger and get the right size. Do Men Have Different Rules for Wedding Rings? This is another common question we get. Here at QALO, it doesn’t matter to us how any gender identity chooses to wear their ring. To us, our rings are about commitment and loyalty. When you wear a QALO ring, it signifies your commitment to your significant other and your relationship with them. You’re loyal to them, no matter if they’re man, woman or something in-between. However, we recognize that many couples want to follow tradition or incorporate some element of it in their nuptials. Source: Shutterstock.com/Pavel Kobysh Men’s wedding rings aren’t too different from women’s. However, you’ll often see that men’s wedding rings tend to be wider, and most men have a standard larger size. Other than that, there aren’t too many differences in wedding bands between men and women. The best part of our rings is that we offer so many styles, colors and textures that you can find the perfect ring for everyone. Some of our customers who identify as women prefer to order and wear men’s bands and vice versa. It’s entirely up to you what ring you choose! The Bottom Line No matter what you’ve heard, the finger a wedding ring belongs on is the one you choose. If you’re someone who likes to follow tradition, then you should take your culture into account. Are you someone who has strong ties to Eastern communities, or are you someone with a Western ancestry? Either way, only you can decide which finger your ring goes on.