Don't let the plain gold band fool you, there is more than meets the eye in this symbolic wedding band! While many simple wedding bands look alike, there are some big differences that you will want to pay attention to when buying a wedding band for your big day.
Simple Wedding Bands #1:
How To Choose A Wedding Band Width
Plain gold wedding bands (or what ever metal you prefer) are available in a variety of millimeter (mm) widths. How do you know which width is right for you? The answer really depends on your personal style. Here are some helpful questions to ask yourself:
- Am I matching the wedding band with another ring, such as an engagement ring? If so, you may want to select a wedding band of equal width.
- Does the ring feel heavy? Often the smaller the width the lighter the ring, try a few sizes to determine which feels comfortable.
- Do you and your spouse want your bands to match? Tradition is out the window, you can both wear a ring of equal mm width. The challenge will be finding a happy medium.
Simple Wedding Bands #2:
Profiles of Simple Wedding Bands
If you look at the profile of the ring you will notice that the side is either straight, domed, or a knife edge. For a classic look select a domed band, for a modern wedding band choose a flat profile, or to draw the eye to the center stone pick a knife edge.
Simple Wedding Bands #3:
How to Get the Perfect Fitting Simple Wedding Band
Have you heard the term "comfort fit"? The reason this type of wedding band is popular is obvious, the beveled inner edge makes it more comfortable to wear.
Simple Wedding Bands #4:
Metal Choices For Simple Wedding Bands
You will need to select a metal for your band. The most popular metals are 14KT, 18KT, and platinum. In addition, gold comes in various colors depending on the karat, including white, yellow or pink gold (also know as rose gold). Each metal has its pros and cons:
14KT Yellow Gold Cost Effective, Can Be Affected By Environmental Hazards14KT White Gold Cost Effective, Vulnerable to Wear, Can be Affected By Environmental Hazards14KT Pink Gold Cost Effective, Elegant Color, Can Be Affected By Environmental Hazards14KT Green Gold Cost Effective, Unique Color, Can Be Affected By Environmental Hazards18KT White Gold Strong, Less Susceptible to Environmental Hazards, Excellent White Color, Less Strength Than Platinum18KT Yellow Gold Strong, Nice Color, Less Susceptible to Environmental HazardsPlatinum Strong, Less Susceptible to Environmental Hazards, Platinum Patina, Expensive
More Info on Platinum Vs. White Gold
Simple Wedding Bands #5:
Decorative Elements of Simple Wedding Bands
You can retain the simplicity of a simple wedding band by adding subtle details. Try a millgrain edge, hand engraving, matte finish, or two tone metals to put a personal touch on your wedding band.
Simple Wedding Bands #6:
Quantity of Simple Wedding Bands
While it has been tradition to wear only one wedding band, a few emerging trends in Hollywood are changing the way we wear wedding bands. Here are the two top trends:
- Wear one band as a wedding band and acquire additional bands for anniversaries or milestones in your life together in contrasting metal colors for a stackable look.
- Wear two wedding band as ring guards by placing one band on top of the engagement ring and one ring below. Its both chic and will help protect your engagement ring.
Simple Wedding Bands #7:
Hidden Surprise
Add romance to your wedding band with a secret only you and your spouse know about! Ask your local jeweler about inscriptions or having a gemstone burnish-set inside the band, such as a Sapphire if you first met in September.
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