Even though love is a universal emotion, no two relationships are ever the same. So, when it comes to expressing your love for that certain someone, consider doing so in a way that is as one-of-a-kind as your bond, with couples jewelry.

Although most people think of promise rings when they think of couples jewelry, as it has become more popular - as it has over the last decade - the idea also now extends to diamond tennis bracelets, diamond pendants, gemstone set bracelets and more.

Couples Rings and Their Significance

Couple rings, which vary in symbolism, are usually worn to express your commitment to one another and often reflect the move from dating to engagement; nevertheless, their significance varies from couple to couple.

Couple rings, when worn as couples jewelry, are a declaration of equality within a partnership, symbolizing your love and loyalty to one another, even if you do not want to enter into a formal legal marriage. The most common, and oldest, type of couples ring is the promise ring.

What is a Promise Ring?

In the Middle Ages, promise rings symbolized love, much as they do now. The meaning of a promise ring in a relationship is different for each partner. When presented or exchanged, matching promise rings for his and hers, on the other hand, often imply a commitment to an exclusive partnership.

Promise rings are not engagement rings, but they can be used as placeholder bands while a couple waits for their wedding or as keepsakes when a couple is separated by distance. Couple rings that match when worn as couples jewelry, communicate to the outside world that a relationship is more than just a fling. They can also be great professions of love for those who are devoted to a partner but have no intention of marrying.

On Which Finger Should a Promise Ring Be Worn?

Promise rings can be worn on any finger on either hand. There is no such thing as a "correct" finger or hand for a promise ring; instead, put it on the finger that is most comfortable and useful for you. Promise rings are often worn on a chain around one's neck and can be worn on any finger. The most common spot to wear a promise ring is on the ring finger—on the left hand if you're not married, and on the right hand if you are.

Stunning diamond earrings

Stunning diamond earrings

Choosing Diamond Promise Rings

Diamond rings are timeless and inextricably linked with love at this point, making them ideal promise rings for couples. Diamond promise rings usually feature clusters of little diamonds in a flowery or starburst pattern. Promise rings and other couple rings are less expensive than other diamond jewelry because the diamonds used in them are smaller than those used in engagement rings.

For many, this can mean that the more expensive fancy colored diamonds may now be an option. Making use of colored diamonds opens up a whole new world of options when it comes to couples jewelry, from the bright, sunny optimism of yellow diamonds to the subtle beauty of pink diamonds or the icy allure of blue diamonds.

A gemstone ring may also be used to add color and flair to your partner's hand, making it an excellent option if you're looking for something different. There are a myriad of gemstone pair rings to pick from, ranging from ruby heart rings to pink sapphire halo rings.

Couples Jewelry Alternatives to Promise Rings

Not a fan of rings, or want to find a different way to make use of couples jewelry to express your commitment? Diamond tennis bracelets are a popular option. A diamond tennis bracelet is a piece of jewelry that is designed to be worn every day, even by those who are very active, and its very unisex design makes it perfect for anyone, and any couple.

For those who enjoy wearing necklaces or pendants, these are also another excellent couple's jewelry option. This opens up a huge variety of style, gemstone and metal choices, as well as almost limitless ways to match, or at least complement, two pieces to one another in the form of meaningful couples jewelry.

Diamond jewelry set

Diamond jewelry set