Firstly, let’s take a moment to appreciate this momentous time in your life. An engagement is an incredibly exciting occasion; you’ve found the perfect partner and the perfect symbol of your love; an engagement ring to be worn forever more. And although the next few months will be filled with planning we’d like to take this moment to look at how best to compliment your engagement ring with the perfect wedding band.

There are a few schools of thought, so we’ll do our best to cut through the clutter and give you a hit list of pro tips with our best guide for wedding rings.

Worn by both the bride and the groom, the wedding band symbolises the promise of a lifelong commitment and love for your spouse. Choosing this special piece of jewelry is a wonderful and momentous occasion, and one which Jewel Bear would be delighted to guide you on.

Regarding a woman’s engagement ring, the most important factor to consider is how the wedding band will complement the engagement ring. For it to sit comfortably, the shape and height of the engagement ring must be considered. And while men previously had very few options when selecting their wedding band, there are endless options these days. There are different metals to choose from as well as different finishes such as matte, shiny, hammered or brushed. There are also multiple styles, whether including or excluding diamonds. The groom is guaranteed to find a wedding band that reflects his personal style and taste.

We’ve put together our top tips to help make choosing a wedding band that’s right for you, simple, easy and enjoyable.

Key Factors To Consider When Choosing A Wedding Band

1. Set a budget upfront, which will help inform your options.
2. Do some research into different styles of wedding bands that complement your engagement ring.
3. Decide whether you would like to have a matching band with your partner.
4. Keep in mind that there are no ‘rules’ when it comes to wedding bands and engagement rings. You don’t need to have a wedding band that matches your engagement ring if that’s not your personal style. In the end, it all comes down to personal choice.
5. Consider how much of a hands-on lifestyle you lead. If you regularly use your hands (e.g. a nurse, mountain climbing, etc.) it might be best to look for a durable ring that will fit in with your active lifestyle.
6. Keep in mind that different wedding bands require different amounts of care and professional cleaning. Trends may come and go, but marriage is a lifelong commitment.
7. Choose a timeless wedding band and a style you would love to wear every day for now and forever.
8. Determine your ring size. Certain rings are very difficult to resize, particularly if you’re opting for a Channel Setting, a Pavé, Micro Pavé, or Eternity band.