An engagement ring is a specific commitment to marriage, usually accompanied by a formal proposal. A promise ring is a broader gesture — it can mean exclusivity, love, or a future intention without the formal weight of an engagement. Promise rings are typically lighter in design and lower in price.

Traditionally, a promise ring is worn on the ring finger of the left hand. If she later receives an engagement ring, many women move the promise ring to the right hand. There's no rule — wear it wherever it feels right.

Yes. All Swaveo promise rings are made from 925 sterling silver or 18k gold vermeil over sterling silver. They're designed to be worn daily and won't tarnish with proper care.

Yes — it's one of the most meaningful gifts you can give without the pressure of an engagement. It says you're serious without requiring a life-changing decision in the moment.

Keep it simple — a date, her initial, or a single word that means something to your relationship. Brevity on a ring always reads better than a long phrase.