<Li> In most cultures evolved from Europe, bride prices or dowries have been reduced to the engagement ring accompanying the marriage contract, while in other cultures, such as those on the Arabian Peninsula, they are still part of negotiating a marriage contract . </Li> <Li> Blessing by the parents and clergy </Li> <Li> Exchange of Vows and Signing of Contracts <Ul> <Li> Often one of these is omitted </Li> </Ul> </Li> <Ul> <Li> Often one of these is omitted </Li> </Ul>

When a couple gets engaged does the man wear a ring