New Trends in Wedding Rings

by Lisa

Wedding rings play a very important role in a couple’s marriage as they symbolize the love and union between groom and bride. Although rings of the past were traditional and simple in style, the choices today are more colorful, lively, and adventurous in terms of design and aesthetics. However, the best wedding rings will not only look good, they should also be able to withstand day to day living. After all, you will be wearing it every day, so it must reflect your personality and go with your lifestyle.

Some experts say that a wedding band and a ring differ from one another. A wedding band is the same all throughout while the ring has a top and bottom. Nevertheless, both types are popular nowadays.

The Three Stone Ring: Historically, the three stones in this kind of ring are believed to represent the past, present and future of the bridal couple. This belief is still popular and the three-stone ring has become a favorite for many couples. The symbolism shows how the couple stood through the test of time, and is confident that they will still be together in the future.

When you’re looking at three-stone rings, you’ll find that there are lots of options in gemstones. Precious metals and diamonds can be combined in a range of styles and colors. As to the placement and size of the stones, you can choose one with a bigger rock in the center in between smaller rocks, or have them all uniform in size. Whatever you choose, it will definitely have more appeal than the single-stone wedding ring.

Eternity Band: The eternity band is another favorite choice among couples nowadays. It symbolizes eternal love with no beginning and no end. A favorite look these days is to have gems completely encircling the wedding band. Channel settings are also popular, meaning that the stones are secured in the ring instead of protruding. Trendy choices include white diamonds, but why not experiment with sapphires and rubies. Gems in a range of colors are gaining in favor. They’re eye catching and the choice of color can be a reflection of your personality. A platinum wedding band is often preferred, since it’s more durable and rarer than gold. Go for one that’s 90 to 95% pure.

Vintage Rings: Vintage is ‘in’ nowadays, and this is applicable to wedding rings as well. Nostalgic, old-time jewelry has a distinctly romantic charm, and there are lots of new styles that imitate the old. The detailed design of a traditional wedding ring is both elegant and stylish. Popular vintage stone cuts include those in round, cushion, pillow, or Asscher forms. The facets of these particular cuts are larger, meaning that they reflect more light even in dim settings.

That’s a look at the popular new trends in wedding rings. Although what’s important is the meaning behind the rings, it’s still significant to choose a style that you can wear every day, and that can reflect your personality.