Author Belinda Letts (Wedding Belle).
Ring exchanges are the words you say to your partner when giving them their Wedding band/ring during their ceremony. The words spoken are a reminder of the promises you say to your partner when committing to forever. Ring exchanges don’t have to be stock standard. This blog will outline different ways we can exchange your wedding rings, and outline some ring exchange wording for your Wedding ceremony. The significance of a ring in marriage cannot be underestimated. The words used in the exchange of these rings should be used should be memorable. You just made a lifetime commitment, so think about what this ring symbolises to you?
Together we can completely customise from scratch or rephrase wording to make it yours. I believe that words have the power to change a person’s day if used for the better. A kind word can completely change your mood & give you a smile from ear to ear. We can use traditional wording or work together for a funny & heart-warming ring exchange. I would be happy to have a one on one discussion with you both to get to know you as individuals and a couple. We can incorporate phrases or lyrics that might hold a special place in your heart. Together we can customise your ring exchange to symbolise what’s important to you. I can put your feelings to paper and can help you craft your own ring exchange wording.
Every day you will wear your wedding ring. How wonderful would it to be looking at your wedding ring every day of your life and remember the words your partner promised you?
I specialise in fun, heartfelt and very personalised wedding ceremonies in the Yarra Valley, Dandenong Ranges and East Melbourne. Happy to travel in Victoria & Australia wide upon request.
Example 1:
Some couples include the legal vows for the ring exchange. Or others incorporate this within the actual vows. This is a legal requirement of getting married so I can certainly make suggestions different places we can include them.
“I call upon the persons here present to witness that I, FULL NAME, take thee FULL NAME, to be my lawful wedded husband/wife.”
The above is in the Guidelines on the Marriage Act 1961. Then we can add something personalised like, “I give you this ring as a symbol of my love for you. Let it be a reminder that I am always by your side, and that I will always be a faithful partner to you”.
Example 2:
“The fitting of this ring with its unending circle symbolises my everlasting love for you.
The placing of this ring on your finger,
is the fulfilment of my dreams,
to have you as my friend,
my love, my husband/ wife,
to live as one forever.
With this ring, I give you my hear.
From this day forward,
You shall not walk alone.
My heart will be your shelter,
And my arms will be your home” (Optional: Add something fun here)
Example 3:
“A wedding ring is a treasured and valued possession. It is a circle that has no beginning and no end. It demonstrates a continuing bond and symbolises equality and an infinite commitment which are the foundation stones of marriage.
NAME, I choose you above all others as my husband/wife to share my life always, take this ring as a token of my love”.
Example 4:
“With this ring, I promise to be your faithful and loving wife/husband as God is my witness. I give you this ring as a sign of my love, and with all that I have, I honour you and take you for my husband/wife.”
Example 5:
“(Name) this ring is a token of my endless and abiding love. Just as this circle is without end, my love for you is eternal. You are the love or my life and my best friend” (Optional: Personalise something here)
Example 6:
“(Name) I give you this ring to wear
As a symbol of my abiding love,
My eternal faith, and my undying devotion.
It is an outward reminder of our inner unity”
Example 7:
“To the one who shares my life, my love and my dreams. I give you this ring with pride and joy. As a ring has no end, neither shall my love for you”
Example 8:
“Let this beautifully crafted ring be an outward reminder of our inner strength and bond together. It is a token of my love for you. And I am delighted to officially call you my partner/husband/wife”
Example 9:
“To the one who shares my life, my love and my dreams. I give you this ring with great joy and pride. I promise to honour the vows spoken here today. And always stand by your side”
Example 10:
“May this ring symbolize our unity with one another, giving you the strength to happily honour our commitments to each other. May this ring remind you that marriage is not a destination but a journey, with no beginning and no end. Just a moment to moment opportunity to love and be loved to the best of your ability.”
Example 11:
“I give you this ring. May it remind you always, that you are surrounded by my love.”
Now there is no reason you both have to say the same words to each other. But if you’d like to that’s okay too. I will whisper your preferred words to you during the ceremony so you don’t have to remember it off the top of your head.