Have you ever heard of a Promise Ring or a Pre-engagement Ring? For most Asians, awareness is typically limited to Diamond engagement rings, diamond rings, marriage rings or Diamond Wedding rings. The so-called Diamond Engagement Rings | Proposal Rings seems to be less common.

What is a Promise Ring?
Does it sound a bit verbose? In reality, you can simply consider the Pre-engagement Ring as one type of Promise Ring. In foreign countries, relationships between men and women can take various forms, such as dating, seeing someone, exclusively dating, or being in a relationship. These situations may range from casual dinner dates, mutual interest with a willingness to observe and understand each other without excluding other potential partners, to becoming official boyfriend and girlfriend.
An open-minded approach to dating can sometimes lead to a discrepancy in perceptions. For example, after a few dates, one party might think they are in a stable dating pattern and entering a 'quasi-couple' status. However, the other party may not be aware of this and might inadvertently hurt the other person's feelings if they continue to date others. This is where the concept of the Promise Ring comes into play. The concept of the Promise Ring is somewhat similar to that of an engagement ring, carrying the significance of declaring exclusivity to signify that the relationship is committed and unique. In simpler terms, it conveys the message, 'I am serious about this relationship; it's not just a casual thing!' Even though the relationship has not reached the discussion of marriage, it signifies a commitment to each other and a decision to stop dating other people.
How should a Promise Ring be worn?
According to the previous guidance from ALUXE on how to wear rings, placing a ring on the ring finger signifies that the person is married. To distinguish Promise Rings from formal engagement rings, people typically wear them on the middle finger of the left hand or the ring finger of the right hand. However, it's also acceptable to wear a Promise Ring on the ring finger of the left hand if desired. In fact, Promise Rings can be worn on any finger, and some even choose to wear them as necklaces!
Is the Promise Ring limited to couples only?
Furthermore, given the name 'Promise Ring,' it can naturally extend to commitments in behavior and religious beliefs. Some individuals use Promise Rings as purity rings, signifying a commitment to abstain from sexual activities until marriage. These are often given by parents or bestowed by religious institutions. Additionally, individuals overcoming substance addiction, such as drugs or alcohol, may utilize Promise Rings as a means of self-restraint—some wear the ring as a constant reminder during the recovery process, while others use it as a commemoration after successfully overcoming addiction.
In essence, as the saying goes, 'A promise is a promise.' Regardless of the context in which Promise Rings are employed, they symbolize a steadfast commitment. In conclusion, Aluxe extends best wishes to all couples who receive Promise Rings, hoping that these commitments will soon be elevated to engagement diamond rings.

