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Why do guys not wear engagement rings?

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Why guys normally do not wear engagement rings comes down to tradition. With respect to observing conventional tradition in heterosexual marriages, it is the man who proposes marriage, and the woman then wears the engagement ring as a symbol of her commitment to get married to the man. It's important to note that men can wear engagement rings. He may receive one from a partner proposing marriage, or both partners may choose to wear engagement rings. Although men's engagement rings have grown in popularity (and especially since the legalization of same-sex marriage in the United States), they're still fairly uncommon. In South American cultures, it is customary for both parties to wear a simple engagement ring, which they move to the right hand when they get married, and then add a wedding band to the left. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of engagement rings.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023