The hardware for engagement refers to gold rings, gold necklaces, gold bracelets, gold earrings, and gold ankle chains. A gold ring is a symbol of marriage; A gold necklace is a piece of jewelry worn around the neck; A gold bracelet is an accessory worn on the wrist; Gold earrings are jewelry worn on earrings; Gold bracelets and ankle chains can also be used as hardware.
1、 When will the engagement hardware be given
The engagement hardware is usually given to the bride's home before the engagement banquet, but in some regions, the engagement hardware is given to the bride at the engagement banquet, depending on the local wedding customs.
Just be careful not to give the engagement hardware to the bride after the engagement banquet is over. This is not only very impolite, but also leaves a bad impression on the bride's family and friends. So it is best for the man to understand the marriage customs of the woman's region in advance, and then consider setting a time for the engagement hardware based on his own local marriage customs.
2、 The origin of engagement hardware
In ancient traditional marriage customs, the betrothal gift and hardware during engagement represent the man's determination and importance to marry the woman. At the same time, from the amount of dowry and hardware, the female's parents can see the male's sincerity in wanting to marry the female. In ancient times, there was no such advanced technology, and gold was the least easily damaged material at that time, so it could be preserved indefinitely.
At the same time, because "gold" represents the meaning of "golden and jade good fortune", it represents blessings for the love between men and women. The styles of engagement hardware are all circular, representing a very successful and happy marriage for both the man and the woman. When toasting at the wedding, the bride usually wears a Chinese style DRESS, with golden hardware and a bright red dress that matches perfectly.