How to Choose the Perfect Wedding Band
How to Choose the Perfect Wedding Band
Choosing a wedding band that flawlessly symbolizes your union sounds like it could be a stressful experience. Not only do you want your ring to embody your love, but you want it to match your unique tastes and fit your lifestyle. Are you someone who loves antique styles, simple elegance, or resilient gems? Whatever your taste, Timeless Wedding Bands has a wide selection of rings you can browse through to find your ideal ring.
Our hope is to simplify the shopping experience and make it a time of excitement! In this post, we share 6 tips on how to find the perfect wedding band that will be a lifelong symbol of your love.
1. Know your taste
Some people are acutely in tune with their style, while others are unsure of which designs speak to them. Knowing your big-picture preferences can simplify the process of choosing your perfect wedding ring. Here are a few questions to consider to help you determine your style. Does your dream ring include diamonds, texture, or roping? Or do you see a classic plain or two-tone band being your perfect fit? Sometimes it takes a little exploration to find what your style is. Let these clues guide you in the direction to your dream band. This will also help you avoid getting lost in a sea of rings that don’t suit you!
2. Draw inspiration from your engagement ring
Whether you picked out your engagement ring or it came as a complete surprise, its style can serve as a great starting point. Look carefully at your engagement ring. Pay attention to metal type, width, textures, and any other details unique to your ring. For example, if you have white gold engagement ring, you could easily find a wedding band in the same metal. If you have a fancy diamond ring, you may want a contemporary band to complement it. Relieve the stress of starting from scratch by letting your engagement ring serve as inspiration.
Want to match your ring with your partner? Check out our blog "How to Pick Matching Wedding Rings You Both Love."
3. Choose a ring that matches your lifestyle
Your wedding ring is a piece of jewelry that you will wear every day, and it will quickly become a big part of your life. You don't want your most significant piece of jewelry getting in the way of your everyday tasks. Individuals with physical jobs often prefer rings that are comfortable and practical. The absence of jewels makes plain wedding bands and simple two-tone bands an excellent choice for people who work with their hands. If you lead a super active lifestyle, check out our platinum wedding bands that are durable and can take on as much activity as you! Comfort fit and functional rings are also a great choice. When you find a potential winner, close your eyes and walk through a typical day. Does your ring fit in the picture with ease?
4. Compare thickness
Be sure to compare the thickness of your engagement ring with the wedding band you are looking at. When we say thickness, we don’t mean width. The thickness is how thick the ring is if you were to look at it from its circular standpoint. It is how far the ring stands off of your finger. If you were to have two rings with different thicknesses, one could slide underneath the other and become uncomfortable or potentially damage the ring. Also, thicker rings will weigh more and have more gold. While more gold will typically increase the price, thicker wedding bands are more durable. Whether your preference is thick or thin, selecting rings that have the same thickness is a good idea.
5. Consider your finger size
Finger size is a component of wedding bands that many people overlook. The size of your finger actually makes a huge difference in the way the ring looks on your hand and the durability of the ring. You should choose your ring in proportion to your finger size. If you have a size 12 finger, a 2 mm band will not be as durable as a 6 or 7 mm band of the same thickness. Consider your finger size when choosing your wedding band if you want to be pleased in the long-run.
6. Be selective but keep an open mind
Sometimes knowing what you don’t want is just as helpful as knowing what you do want. Even if you have a certain style in mind, check out a variety of choices before making your final decision. Maybe you are a man who does not love diamonds, but you won’t know until you browse our selection of men's diamond rings. We also have choices like our Southern Unity Wedding Band that has the grace and simplicity of our classic bands but encompasses modern glamor with a subtle diamond that makes the ring shine.
If you are a lady that is all about having elegant diamonds, explore our vintage diamond lace wedding ring or our vintage royal lace wedding band. These rings have luscious lace wrapping around the entire ring that will charm anyone who catches a glance at them. Who knows, you may be surprised by the kind of ring you fall in love with.
There are many elements that influence your choice in a wedding band. Knowing what to look for and keeping your options open can make a positive difference in your wedding band selection experience. We hope this blog helped you with your decision! Have more questions? Contact us today!
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