Both women’s and men’s wedding rings come in many styles and metals. Some couples even design their own rings. Some families pass wedding rings, or stones from engagement rings, down through the years. These rings can be used as is or the stone can be reset into another band.
Most couples choose rings that either match or are similar in style. Men’s rings are often wider than women’s, although some women prefer very wide wedding rings. Wedding rings are traditionally made of either white or yellow gold, platinum, stainless steel, and nowadays, sometimes titanium or tungsten. These last two are meant to symbolize strength. The most common metal for wedding rings is yellow gold. A wedding ring is usually made of the same metal as the engagement ring, although not always. Keep in mind that wedding rings are traditionally meant to be worn for the rest of one’s life so choose a style and metal that you really like!
Some couples prefer wedding bands that are patterned – braided, carved or engraved. An embossed design or a Celtic design is a possibility. Some people choose claddagh rings – the Irish symbol of love that is a heart held by two hands with a crown on the top. It symbolizes love, loyalty and friendship. Many couples have a short saying carved inside a wedding band or perhaps their initials and their wedding date.
Both women’s and men’s wedding rings are available that have precious stones embedded in them. Some women choose to wear a wide wedding band with a diamond or other stone in it rather than the traditional wedding set. Some also like bands that have diamonds or other precious stones set all around them. This is a symbol of the eternity of love. Some men like to have a precious stone in their wedding ring as well. The stone could be a small diamond or other stones, or combination of stones.
Try not to get too caught up in trying to find and afford the ‘perfect’ wedding ring. Why? Because what is perfect for one person may be distasteful for someone else. It all comes down to personal preference. Shop around and do not overspend – that is the best advice!
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