Alternatives to a Men's Wedding Band
Although a wedding band worn on the "ring" finger of the left hand is the traditional symbol of marriage, you don't have to wear a ring to honor your spouse and your vows. Whether a medical reason excludes you from wearing a ring, your profession keeps you from regularly wearing a ring or you simply dislike the look or feel of rings, you can find an alternative that fits your personal taste and lifestyle. Does this Spark an idea?
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Tattoo
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A permanent tattoo is one way to symbolize the lifelong commitment of a marriage. A wedding band tattoo is a good alternative if your profession keeps you from wearing a wedding ring during the day. However, some tattoo artists will not ink wedding tattoos because of the difficulty keeping the finger bandaged for 24 hours and keeping the tattoo out of the sun for another two weeks so that the skin can properly heal. Marriage tattoos are not just limited to the wedding band; a symbol, your spouse's name or your wedding date placed anywhere on your body can represent your marriage vows.
Necklace
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If you're not against wearing jewelry, a wedding necklace can be just as meaningful as a wedding ring. A wedding necklace can be anything you desire to represent your love. The Mrs. Gottrocks Fine Jewelry website, Gotrocks.com, recommends soldering a comfort fit wedding band in a gold chain so that the ring sits flat against your chest. Engraving a pendant with your wedding date or designing matching his and her necklaces are also alternatives to the traditional wedding ring.
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Watch
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With a wedding watch, the jewelry on your wrist will do more than just keep time; it will be a meaningful symbol of your marriage. For added bling, choose a watch with a diamond or two on the faceplate. For a truly original look, work with a jeweler to create a custom watch face. Your spouse can engrave any real metal watch with a special wedding message. A pocket watch is also another alternative that can easily be engraved and personalized.
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