Choosing an engagement ring for a second marriage can be daunting. Your ring is a symbol of love. No one wants to imagine finding that love a second time around. When you chose your first ring, you likely had a very different idea of what you wanted. Much can change over time, especially as you change and grow as a person. You may have been married young. You may be a widow. You may have gotten a second chance in love when you thought it would never happen. Whatever the case, this ring can sometimes be even harder to choose, because you are a very different person from the person you were when you spend hours thinking about styles, stones, cuts, designs, trends and other details.
To help you make the perfect choice for your engagement ring, we’ve put together a list of things to keep in mind.
Choosing an Engagement Ring for Your Second Marriage
When choosing an engagement ring for your second marriage, here are some things to remember…
Honour your past
Whatever your past, it is part of who you are today. Bringing in elements of your past can be a way to honour that person you used to be. You don’t have to bring in unhappy memories. But you could add elements such as family heirlooms, your children’s birthstones, engravings that helped you through difficult times, stones from jewellery you used to love long before your first marriage, or anything else you want to take with you as you move into the next era of your life.
Focus on new beginnings
Your second marriage is all about new beginnings and that means planning a ring that symbolises your fresh start. You could look at incorporating elements that represent shared interests or significant moments in your relationship. For example, adding engravings or stones that are meaningful to both you and your partner can make your ring truly one of a kind. Three-stone rings can be especially romantic, especially when using something like gems that represent the month you met or the month of your engagement.
Consider your current lifestyle
Your ring should reflect who you are now, not who you were then. Consider how your style has changed since your first marriage. Go for an engagement ring that suits your current taste and daily activities, whether that means a more sophisticated design or a durable setting that fits an active lifestyle. If you go to the gym more often or enjoy hiking or other outdoor activities together, choose something with a practical design. If you are going out more and dressing up more than dressing down, choose something elegant and feminine.
Plan for the future
Choosing a ring for a second marriage often involves balancing respect for the past with excitement for the future. A custom ring can subtly incorporate elements from your past, like upgrading a family heirloom stone into a new setting. But it can still focus on the new life you are building. It’s about creating a piece that acknowledges where you’ve been and where you are headed.
If you’re ready to start planning a ring that truly reflects who you are today, we’re here to turn your dream ring into reality. Contact us today to find out more about our custom ring design service.