While an engagement ring is given only for one reason to propose and symbolize that you re going to get married a promise ring is given as a symbol of commitment not marriage specifically.
When you buy a promise ring do you get one for yourself.
However it can be given for many different reasons as a symbol of chastity loyalty monogamy friendship or even a promise to oneself to stay clean and sober.
A promise ring can be a symbol of many things.
Promise rings don t always have to be given by your significant other.
A promise ring need not signify an intention to marry for every couple.
A history of promise rings.
Or you might be buying a matching ring for yourself and your friend.
Friendship chastity abstinence from drugs or alcohol or a symbol of an exclusive dating relationship or intention to marry.
When you give or receive an engagement ring you re signaling that you re specifically going to get married.
That you are beautiful in your own way and it s okay to be different.
Remind yourself all the things you want to accomplish with a small gesture.
However there are other things to consider about the perfect time to express your love with a promise ring.
If you do decide that you want to buy a promise ring factor the cost of this ring into the overall price point.
If you want to get yourself one go for it.
Remind yourself what you re worth.
If you re trying to figure out whether or not you should get your partner a promise ring you should first decide if you re committed to them and want to express that you re in it for the long haul.
And while i think this sentiment is very sweet as a recently single person i suddenly felt inspired today to just buy one for myself instead.
You can either buy a ring that matches the one you are giving your significant other or you can purchase a simpler one.
Anyone can give a promise ring and the best part is you can even give one to yourself.