Wedding rings are a universally acknowledged symbol of commitment and union between two people, and a beautiful and sentimental way to express your love. They’re also sometimes referred to as an eternity ring or eternity band. When considering your wedding ring design, there are a few design elements to consider, from metal type and design style to band width and texture. You may even want to consider whether to choose a diamond band. Each can have a subtle or striking effect on the overall appearance of your wedding ring—the choice is yours.
Wedding Band Metals
This type of metal is revered for its icy white sheen and hypoallergenic properties, with nearly 60% of customers choosing this style of ring for how delightfully low-maintenance they are.
Yellow gold wedding rings are beloved for their opulent appearance, strength and grandeur, appealing to those who appreciate tradition and elegance.
White gold wedding bands offer the feel of gold with the brightness of platinum. They require re-plating every 1-2 years but keep their cool demeanour in between cleans.
Rose gold wedding rings known for their warm blush hue, suit almost all skin tones and are the second most popular choice. Rose gold men’s bands are increasingly trending, especially when featuring a brushed texture or black diamonds.
Wedding Band Design Styles
This style of wedding ring is undeniably timeless and will never lose its appeal. Known for their time-honoured simplicity, they feature a smooth metal finish without any additional embellishments. They’re ever dependable and represent ‘forever’ like no other style.
Embellished wedding rings have a dose of sparkle that imbues many engagement ring styles with an extra dose of dazzling seduction. A bewitching choice for diamond lovers
These wedding rings are adorned with a continuous line of small diamonds or coloured gemstones, creating a row of brilliant sparkle. A quiet touch of luxury.
For those who enjoy a combination of structural, modern style and practical design, bezel wedding rings offer both style and security. Their popularity has been building for a while now.
This design style features a row of small diamonds or gemstones set into a channel within the band. Fans of this style rarely switch over.
Baguette diamond wedding rings feature sleek, rectangular step cut diamonds known for their clean lines and understated light refraction. They’re known to be as delicious as they are in vogue.
This ring style is uniquely designed to complement the shape of an engagement ring, featuring a gentle curve that hugs the stone perfectly.
These styles are characterised by their distinctive V shape design and pair beautifully with pear and marquise cuts..
They feature interwoven strands of metal, creating a rope-like or braided effect that symbolises unity and eternity.
An eye-catching and unexpected choice, sapphire wedding rings are celebrated for their rich range of hues and exceptional durability.
Wedding Band Widths
1.6mm
2mm
3mm
4mm
5mm
6mm
Wedding Band Profiles
The profile refers to the shape you would see if the band of the ring were cut at a cross-section. There are a variety of wedding band profiles available shown below.
Court
Perhaps considered the most traditional profile, a court band has a soft rounded curve on the inside and outside of the ring. It’s often referred to as ‘comfort fit’–as its name suggests, it’s a very comfortable ring profile.
D Shape
The outside of a D-shape profile is identical to a court ring. However, the inside of the band is flat and sits flush up against the finger, creating a ‘D’ shape to the band’s profile. This ring profile is often recommended to wearers who are particularly active or work using their hands.
Flat
Flat profile rings are almost the opposite to a court profile. They feature flat edges on all sides of the ring, creating a more geometric, sharp silhouette.
Bevelled
Bevelled ring profiles have a contemporary finish–the inside of the band is flat, but the outer edge has angled edges.
Knife edge
A knife edge profile features a sharp (not razor sharp, of course!) edge that runs along the band and divides the ring into two slanting parts that meet at the centre ‘knife point’.
Concave
A concave ring has the smooth interior of a flat profile, with a softly dipped curve on the ring’s exterior.
Wedding Band Textures & Finishes
We’re used to seeing wedding rings with traditional polished metal, however, there are a whole host of metal finishes you can add to your design with each finish achieving a totally unique look.
Matte
Matte finished rings are smooth to the touch like polished rings, but you wouldn’t be able to see your reflection when gazing at the surface. Rather, these rings have delicate brush marks, creating a textured surface like a fogged mirror–the perfect option for those who like the smoothness of a polished finish, but don’t want the shine.
Sandblasted
A noticeably coarse finish but entirely comfortable to wear. A sandblasted finish is grainy to touch and perfect for anyone seeking a textured, unpolished finish.
Hammered
Popular with those who prefer a shiny polish, a hammered finish provides a dimpled look as if a hammer was used to pound each dimple on the ring’s surface.
Brushed
Brushed rings are not shiny. They feature deep wire brush like marks that resemble fine hairs and is a popular choice for those that don’t want a polished finish.
