Customized Wedding Bands: Engraving Ideas And Meanings

There are many options for what to put on the inside of a wedding band. Some people choose to engrave their initials, names, wedding date, or a combination of these. You could also include a meaningful phrase, such as a quote from your wedding vows, a romantic or funny saying, or an inside joke. Another option is to have your partner's fingerprint or signature etched on the inside of the band. Ultimately, it's up to you what you put on the inside of your wedding band, and you can choose to keep it simple and not include any engraving at all.

Dates and initials

Adding your initials and wedding date to your wedding band is a timeless way to commemorate your special day and capture the essence of your relationship. It is a traditional take on a personalised wedding ring, adding a symbolic touch to a plain band.

• Forever Begins - [Date]
• Adventure Awaits - [Date]
• [Date] - Our Life Begins
• [Date] (Don't Forget)

You could also add your initials and the date you got engaged, or the date you first said "I love you".

If you're looking for something a little more creative, you could try:

• X+X forever (use your first initials)
• A+B Always (use your initials)

Sentimental quotes

Wedding rings are a symbol of love, unity, and commitment. Exchanged on their wedding day, they often mark an important part of the wedding ceremony and serve as an external sign to the world that a couple is married. Here are some sentimental quotes that would be perfect to engrave on the inside of a wedding band:

• "Love is absolute loyalty. People fade, looks fade, but loyalty never fades. You can depend so much on certain people; you can set your watch by them. And that's love, even if it doesn't seem very exciting." – Sylvester Stallone
• "Love is not about staring at each other, but staring off in the same direction." – Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
• "Love is a canvas furnished by nature and embroidered by the imagination." – Voltaire
• "Love is the thing that is always having the last word—even when those words are 'I'm sorry,' or 'Forgive me,' or 'I love you no matter what.'" – Cleo Wade
• "Love is the only true adventure."
• "Love is forever."
• "Love is all around us."
• "Love always wins."
• "Love is a special word, and I use it only when I mean it. You say the word too much, and it becomes cheap." – Ray Charles
• "Love is of all passions the strongest, for it attacks simultaneously the head, the heart, and the sense." – Lap Tzu
• "Love is a ripe plum growing on a purple tree. Taste it once, and its spell of enchantment will never let you be." – Langston Hughes, "A Love Song for Lucinda"
• "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs." – 1 Corinthians 13:4-5
• "Love is as pure and as sacred as a wedding ring, so if I say, 'I do,' then it's loyalty over everything." – LaTruth Hampton
• "Love is the greatest pleasure in life." – Euripides
• "Love is a luxury. No. Love is an element. An element. Like air to breathe, earth to stand on." – Laini Taylor, "Daughter of Smoke & Bone"
• "Love is the greatest pleasure in life." – Euripides
• "Love is like a friendship caught on fire." – Jeremy Taylor
• "Love is the only gold." – Alfred, Lord Tennyson
• "Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies." – Aristotle
• "Love is the only gold." – Alfred, Lord Tennyson
• "Love is the only gold." – Alfred, Lord Tennyson
• "Love is the only gold." – Alfred, Lord Tennyson

Religious quotes

Bible Verses

• 1 Peter 4:8: “Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.”
• 1 Corinthians 13:4-8: “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away.”
• 1 Corinthians 13:13: “And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.”
• 1 Corinthians 16:14: “Do everything in love.”
• Jeremiah 31:3: “Love yesterday, today and forever.”
• Romans 12:9: “Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good.”
• Song of Solomon 8:7: “Many waters cannot quench love; rivers cannot wash it away.”
• Ephesians 4:32: “Be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you.”
• Ephesians 5:25: “Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.”
• Romans 12:10: “Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”
• Song of Solomon 3:4: “I have found the one whom my soul loves.”
• Colossians 3:14: “And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.”
• “Love is at the heart of marriage, as it is at the heart of God himself. – 1 John 4:16”
• “God Unite Both in Love”
• “In God and Thee My Joy Shall Be”
• “Thy Love Is Better Than Wine” (Song of Solomon 1:2)
• “Love is patient, love is kind” (1 Corinthians 13:4)
• “Love is absolute loyalty”
• “Love endures all things”
• “Love is forever”
• “Love always wins”
• “Love is the only true adventure”
• “Love is all around us”
• “But the greatest of these is love”

Fingerprint or signature

Adding your partner's fingerprint or signature to the inside of your wedding band is a unique and fun idea. It is a modern twist on wedding ring engraving, allowing you to carry a real part of your significant other with you wherever you go. This option is perfect for those who want to add a symbolic and personal touch to their wedding band.

There are several jewellers that offer fingerprint engraving services. For example, Long's Jewelers, Do Amore, and several independent sellers on Etsy. After placing your order, the jeweller will contact you with instructions on how to provide them with your partner's fingerprint.

You can choose to have the fingerprint engraved on the inside or outside of the band. Some couples may prefer to have the fingerprint on the inside for a more subtle and personal touch, while others may opt for the outside to make it more visible.

In addition to fingerprints, you can also add your partner's signature to the inside of your wedding band. This option allows you to include a special message or symbol that defines your relationship. It can be a unique way to express your love and commitment to your partner.

When it comes to personalising your wedding band, you can also consider adding your partner's initials, names, wedding date, sentimental love quotes, nicknames, or a part of your wedding vows. Ultimately, the choice is yours, and you can choose what best represents your relationship and style.

Inside jokes

Wedding bands are often engraved with a special message that is meaningful to the couple. If you want to add a touch of humour to your wedding bands, consider including an inside joke that is special to you and your partner. Here are some ideas for funny inside jokes to engrave on your wedding bands:

• "I'm not done with you"
• "Alarm will sound if removed"
• "To love, honour and irritate"
• "You're stuck with me"
• "I love you more than coffee"
• "Put your ring back on!"
• "Do or do not, there is no try"
• "May the force be with us"
• "Resistance is futile"
• "I love you more than [insert inside joke here]"
• "You complete me"
• "You're my favourite"
• "I choose you"
• "You're my person"
• "I love you to the [insert inside joke here] and back"
• "Always and forever"
• "I can't keep my eyes off you"
• "You had me at hello"
• "You're my lobster"
• "I love you more than [insert inside joke here]"
• "You're my happily ever after"
• "You're my ride or die"
• "I love you 3000"
• "You're my sun and stars"
• "You had me at [insert inside joke here]"
• "You're my everything"
• "You're my other half"
• "I love you to the moon and back"
• "You're my missing puzzle piece"
• "You're my best friend"
• "I love you more"
• "You're my soulmate"
• "You're my better half"
• "I love you forever"
• "You're my always"

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