What’s the Difference Between Engagement & Wedding Rings?

For couples getting ready to take the next step, a beautiful cubic zirconia engagement ring or CZ wedding ring seals the deal.  But some may wonder, what’s the difference? And do you really need both? Birkat Elyon offers high-quality cubic zirconia jewelry, and we have some answers.

First off, what’s the real reason behind engagement rings? This piece is meant to serve as a promise to wed. It’s usually more ornate than the wedding ring and is typically more expensive, with bigger stones. The good news is that you can get all that dazzle at a far more reasonable price by choosing a cubic zirconia engagement ring; these quality stones are virtually indistinguishable from real diamonds or gemstones and are designed to last a lifetime.

At the ceremony itself, wedding rings are exchanged between both the bride and groom. These bands are simpler in design, symbolizing a new, enduring bond between the couple.

It’s perfectly acceptable for the bride to wear both her engagement ring and the wedding band together. In that case, the wedding ring should be seated at the bottom of the ring finger (where it will be closest to the heart). The engagement ring can then be stacked atop it.

There’s a growing trend for the bride to wear just one ring. In this case, the engagement ring serves as the wedding ring itself. It’s purchased before the wedding but slipped on during the ceremony, not before. This allows the bride to wear something a bit fancier to symbolize her new married status.

Birkat Elyon also offers dazzling CZ wedding ring sets that make it simple to match an engagement ring and a wedding band for a beautiful look.

Whether you opt for one ring or two, these rings are a beautiful way to honor this exciting step in your relationship!