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Ring dedication?

It has been about two months since our wedding, and we have come to realize hubs is allergic to his white gold wedding ring. We knew he was allergic to nickel, and like total sillyfaces, we believed the jeweler when she said white gold wouldn't cause an allergic reaction. It did! A nasty one! So now we are negotiating with our jeweler to trade in his gold band and some old gold I had to upgrade him to a platinum band. It isn't cheap, but we wanted a "safe" metal that can be resized and cut if needed. He works with tools a lot and we would hate to have him lose a finger because the ER couldn't get his ring off in an emergency. He also is a weird size, so we can't get his ring in cobalt or surgical steel, according to our jeweler. Now, my hubs is a very nostalgic, sentimental guy, and he hates the idea of giving up the ring I put on his finger on our wedding day. However, it is the only way we can afford the platinum. That being said, I promised him we would make getting his new ring special with some type of ceremony. I need ideas for said "ring dedication" ceremony. I know I am going to order a cake or cupcakes in the same flavor and style of our wedding cake, as well as saying some type of vow with the new ring. Beyond that, I am stumped. It doesn't have to be extravagant, but it does need to be special and memorable, because he is pretty heartbroken. Thank you in advance for what I know will be awesome ideas.

Re: Ring dedication?

  • I would do something private, between the two of you.  Asking people to come to  another ceremony only two months after your wedding seems a little much in my opinion.
  • Yes, that is exactly what I meant. Sorry for not making that clear.
  • Maybe when you pick it up, get on one knee and ask him to stay your husband, "through itches and scratches, allergies and hives"?
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  • Maybe when you pick it up, get on one knee and ask him to stay your husband, "through itches and scratches, allergies and hives"?

    That is so super cute!
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  • How unfortunate for your husband! I can understand why he would be heartbroken and I think it's incredibly sweet of you to take his feelings into consideration. He's one lucky man.

    Are you a very religious couple? If so, how about having a pastor do a repeat of your vows with just the two of you and maybe a friend or family member there to take some pictures? (Trust me, when you two are old and gray, you'll want some pics as this is a part of your story as a couple!) If you two aren't particularly religious, maybe just a repeat of your vows or your own version of "I STILL do!" Another thought, just to make it a little more of a festive occasion for your DH, if you have a friend or two that would enjoy being "witnesses", I'd invite them along and then go to lunch or dinner with those cupcakes you mentioned as dessert.

    I would love to hear how this turns out!

    Julie
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