How to Place a Promise Ring

A promise ring indicates a level of commitment between a couple prior to engagement. Sometimes a promise ring can be given amongst friends or to indicate a personal vow of chastity and abstinence. The placement of the promise ring depends on its meaning.

• Determine why you are getting a promise ring. If the ring is for a pre-engagement, then you might want to place it on your left ring finger, the finger commonly reserved for engagement and wedding bands. If you are getting it to show chastity and abstinence, it could be appropriate to place the ring on a necklace. If the ring is a gift from a friend, then it could be worn on the right ring finger.


• Talk to your partner about where they feel comfortable with you wearing the promise ring. Some people may have a strong opinion that a promise ring should not be worn on the left ring finger. Talking to your partner can help you determine where would be the best location to place your promise ring.


• Consider the style of the ring. The style of the ring can help you determine the placement of the ring. Sometimes chastity and abstinence promise rings are small and meant to be threaded through a chain and worn around the neck. Other times a promise ring can be as big as a cocktail ring and may be too heavy to wear around the ring finger. Discuss the style of the ring with your partner to help you determine where best to wear the ring