Rich in sentiment and signifying your promise to each other, your engagement ring and wedding band should fit harmoniously together. Use the guide below to assist you in making the correct choice.
Engagement ring pairing
Finding the perfect engagement ring can often take precedence over the choice of wedding band. Since an engagement ring will typically only be worn alone for a few months, however, it’s a good idea to consider the style of band you or your partner will want at the same time as you purchase the diamond engagement ring. You may even plan to buy both rings together.
Whether you want a wedding band that contrasts with the engagement ring, or you wish to maintain a unified aesthetic, there are a few things to consider when selecting the perfect band. These include the thickness of the band, the type of metal, and also the setting. Most importantly, you will want to choose a style that uniquely reflects your partner’s individuality.
Pairing a solitaire engagement ring
A classic solitaire engagement ring is one of the most versatile styles to match and will sit beautifully with a plain band, or – should you choose to add extra sparkle – with a pavé diamond band.
As solitaire rings often sit on a slender cross-section, you may wish to consider a tapered wedding band, where the band becomes thinner in the centre, in order for the rings to take a seat flush and make a gorgeous ring pairing.
Pairing a bezel engagement ring
Given the fashionable classic design of the Bezel ring, pair it with a sleek and minimal diamond wedding band. If you’d like to make it more extravagant, choose to have it set with more bezel set diamonds.
For the band to seat flush, choose a shadow band that contours your engagement ring. For a wonderfully coordinated pairing, select a band that matches both the metal and thickness of the ring.
Pairing halo engagement rings
Delicate and feminine halo engagement rings make their own unique statement. If you don’t want to distract from the beauty of your engagement ring, opt for a simple wedding band. However, you’ll add an extra touch of glamour by pairing it with a pavé diamond wedding anniversary band. If this is your intent, ask the designer from the start to slightly raise the halo setting to later seat the band flush to the engagement ring.
The other perfect band for a halo engagement ring is the Tiara ring which softly curves away in a chevron on curved line to hug the outside of the halo.
Pairing tension set engagement rings
As one of the more unusual and bolder styles, the modern design of tension engagement rings showcases diamonds which usually sits in a high or tempered or bypass style mounting. This contemporary setting will pair perfectly with a band that follows the curves of the engagement ring. It is your choice to wear only one or one on either side for balance.
Pairing vintage engagement rings
Whether it’s from the 1920s or 30s, Victorian, Edwardian or Art Deco era, there is something inherently magical about a vintage-style engagement ring.
Be daring – follow the ‘something old, something new’ tradition – by pairing a vintage-style ring with a contemporary wedding band to make a mixture that honours both their classical and contemporary shapes. Alternatively, maintain the inherent style of vintage-styled rings by pairing it with a skinny, engraved or scalloped ring.
Mixing wedding ring metals
There are no set guidelines to matching your rings’ metals, and mixing metals is a modern, fashion forward alternative to traditional ring pairing, so feel free to be as inventive as you wish.
Two-toned combinations can be both elegant and daring. For example, mixing white gold or platinum with a hotter tone metal, like rose gold, will create a stunning romantic effect. If you prefer to make a more subtle statement, try layering white and yellow gold.
Pairing couples wedding rings
Purchasing matching wedding rings is an inherently special and romantic gesture. No wonder it has become a modern tradition. Together, you are discovering the rings that will symbolise your enduring promise and will remain with you both Forever.
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