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weddings Band Guide

Wedding rings come in many styles,
making for endless design possibilities.
This wedding band guide will help you find
the perfect ring to symbolize your love and commitment.

Considerations When Buying a Wedding Ring

Women's Wedding Ring Styles Men's Wedding Band Styles Precious Metals Guide Ring Size Guide

Matching Your Wedding and Engagement Rings

Matched Sets

Many women want their rings to match perfectly. If you find this appealing, opt for a matched wedding ring set. These perfectly paired rings have the same details, embellishments, and gemstone accents, all of which end at the same point on both rings. An ideal choice for those drawn to symmetry, matched sets are available in a variety of styles.

Straight vs. Contoured Rings

If the center gem is elongated or there are curves in the engagement ring band, the wedding ring will need to be contoured for a perfect match. A contoured wedding band, also called a shadow band, will have a slight curve to accommodate the engagement ring as necessary in order to sit flush. Remember that many don't mind a slight gap of a few millimeters between the engagement and wedding rings. It is a matter of personal preference.

Choosing a Complementary Wedding Ring

If you want your wedding and engagement rings to fit nicely together but do not feel they must match perfectly, consider a wedding ring- New Window that complements your engagement ring. In these pairings, the engagement and wedding rings play off one another beautifully.

Precious Metal

It's best to choose the same precious metal —platinum, 18K, or 14K gold — so that both rings have the same properties so they will wear similarly and can be maintained in the same way over time. Platinum is harder than gold, meaning a platinum ring can scratch a gold ring when worn next to each other.

Height, Shape, & Finish

If you decide to include gemstones in your wedding ring, keep in mind the size, shape, and setting of the gemstones relative to those in the engagement ring, as well as where on the wedding band the gemstones end. It is best if the accents align.

Style

If you plan to wear your rings on the same finger, keeping the style and aesthetic similar is the most popular choice. For example, if you have a vintage-inspired engagement ring, look at vintage-style wedding rings. Keep the same in mind with contemporary styles. Classic solitaire engagement rings have more versatility and can be paired with different styles for the wedding ring.

Wearing Your Wedding Ring Separately

Select a wedding ring that provides you with flexibility in wearing it separately. It is nice to wear your wedding ring by itself depending on your lifestyle (e.g., active, frequent travel) and life stage (e.g., young children). Make sure you select a wedding ring you love on its own and also with its engagement ring companion.

Unique Wedding Rings

Many women want their rings to match perfectly. If you find this appealing, opt for a matched wedding ring set. These perfectly paired rings have the same details, embellishments, and gemstone accents, all of which end at the same point on both rings. An ideal choice for those drawn to symmetry, matched sets are available in a variety of styles.

Stackable Wedding Rings

You can offset your wedding ring on a different hand when you get married to give yourself the option of layering it with other bands in the future (for anniversaries or other occasions). This is called ring stacking.

Stackable Wedding Rings

You can offset your wedding ring on a different hand when you get married to give yourself the option of layering it with other bands in the future (for anniversaries or other occasions). This is called ring stacking.

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