What is a promise ring, and which finger does it go on?

4 min read · True Vow Rings

A promise ring is a ring given as a sign of commitment, often before an engagement. It says "we are serious about each other" without a proposal.

What a promise ring means

It can mean a promise to get engaged later, a promise of faithfulness, or simply a reminder of each other when you are apart. The couple decides the meaning.

Which finger it goes on

Most people wear a promise ring on the left ring finger, then move it to the right hand once engaged. Others wear it on the right ring finger from the start to keep the left free.

Promise ring vs engagement ring

An engagement ring follows a proposal of marriage. A promise ring comes before that step. Promise rings are usually simpler and smaller.

How to choose one

Choose something they can wear every day. A slim band like the 3 mm Stacking Band in her favourite colour is a lovely choice. For a small stone, the Six Prong Solitaire in the delicate 0.5 carat size suits it well.

Get the size right with our ring size guide, and browse women's wedding bands.