Are you searching for a wedding ring that reaches outside the box of banality and avoids the classic and traditional gold wedding band?  Thanks to the Internet revolution there are many design options for brides and grooms to be, to choose from today.  Some opt for a handwoven or carved wedding ring, perhaps one with [...]

American’s have always been a nostalgic bunch.  No matter the current fashion trend there is always an appreciation for vintage and antique designs.  For years many have forgone the contemporary and instead purchased antique wedding rings, furniture, clothing, and accessories.  In the early 1900s the modern movement began, but as opposed to completely embracing the [...]

The strength and beauty of diamonds comes to symbolize the love and commitment of two people in marriage.  Their unmatched brilliance and luster have earned them a place in wedding ring design, but traditionally, the diamonds in wedding ring sets were reserved for the engagement ring, and the wedding bands were simple gold bands that [...]

Many years ago, the Celts created hand woven items such as jewelry, as an offering to their Gods.  Since that time, Celtic knot and rope symbols have come to symbolize relationships, the joining of two people in marriage, or our eternal lives as spiritual beings.  Handwoven wedding rings have been used for centuries.  In fact, [...]

For the past decade and a half, the traditional look of yellow gold wedding rings has fallen out of favor, even shunned, and replaced by white metals like platinum, titanium, and white gold.  Today this sentiment is changing.  As reported by USA Today, the jewelry industry is seeing a dramatic increase in the requests for [...]

Weddings are not about the catering, the decorations, the champagne, the flowers, or the music. They are about loved ones celebrating the coming together of two people in love.  Your wedding ring will be the symbol of this ceremony, and this love, for the rest of your life.  Choosing a wedding ring that is special is [...]

Ryan Adams was right when he sang, “all the sweetest winds they blow across the south.”  If you’re planning on tying the knot in a little white clapboard church in the beauty of the southern countryside, then you should have rings that reflect the sweet southern sentiment of your wedding.   It’s most important when [...]

Recently, pop singer and newly engaged celebrity, Beyonce, was trashed for wearing over sized gold earrings.  Not because they were visually over-the-top, but because there is a growing sentiment that gold is bad for the environment. This is not true for all gold, but much of the mining occurs in biologically rare places of the [...]

Want an engagement ring that sets you apart from the rest of the brides-to-be?  Have you ever considered forgoing the standard diamond and creating a stunning setting with a Sapphire?  Many people commonly consider sapphires to be blue. Princess Diana wore a stunning Blue Sapphire in her engagement ring to Prince Charles, but these gemstones [...]

If you don’t quite want the heat and humidity of a summer wedding or the chill of December nuptials, then a fall wedding may be the perfect time of year for you to tie the knot.  Imagine incorporating the shades of fall into your flower arrangements and Bridal party colors as well as falling leaves [...]

A great idea to personalize an engagement ring or wedding band is to accent your lonely diamonds with brilliant, colorful birthstones.   Whether you’re a casual horoscope reader or an astrological junkie, throughout history many have believed that certain gemstones carry special powers and that these powers are heightened during a corresponding month of the [...]

Hey guys, want to propose to your future bride with a unique ring that sets her apart from the crowd?  An engagement ring that none of her girlfriends will own, but will certainly envy?  Is your girl someone that appreciates history and a deeper meaning to things?  Buying a Victorian wedding ring, and understanding the [...]

I am not ashamed to admit, and believe me this article is all about not being ashamed to admit, that I love to watch America’s Funniest Home Videos hosted by Tom Bergeron.  Judge me all you want, but I challenge you to watch ten minutes of that show and between some guy getting hit in [...]

More than ever before couples are choosing to get married by the sea.  Be it the lure of the tranquil seas, the hope of a beautiful sunset for the perfect wedding photo or perhaps some northerners are just really cold and want to get hitched in the heat of the southern sun.  Whatever the reasoning [...]

There are many trends to choose from in the gilded universe of wedding rings.  A trend that is constantly reinventing itself in the realm of fashionable rings is the seemingly simple, yet easily identifiable, symbol of a heart.  Should you or should you not heart your wedding band?   The muscular organ known as the [...]

While not for everyone, Gothic style wedding rings are a highly unique and symbolic representation of your love for one another. For those couples who desire something different from the traditional wedding band, Gothic wedding rings may be the perfect choice.   What are Gothic Style Wedding Rings?   While the word “Gothic” conjures images [...]

Although classic wedding ring styles will always be prevalent, more couples are choosing non traditional wedding rings to symbolize their union than ever before. There are many reasons a couple may choose a non-traditional wedding ring over a more classic style. The appeal of contemporary rings is great, and many brides and grooms-to-be want a [...]

Western themed weddings are very popular, and many couples choose to seal their union with unique western wedding rings as well. There are a surprising number of western styles that incorporate well into a wedding ring design, and no matter how simple or elaborate you would like your ring to be, you can find a [...]

Rather than using the traditional gold wedding bands, carved bands are a unique alternative and can be a meaningful way to symbolize your relationship. Whether you want a simple carving or an elaborate design, carved wedding bands are quickly becoming a growing trend.   Carved Wedding Rings   While carved wedding bands may seem like [...]

While gay men and women may not have the option for a legal ceremony in most states, that does not mean they are exempt from the tradition of exchanging wedding rings if they so desire. Even though you may not be able to be legally married, exchanging rings is an important way to symbolize the [...]

The styles of the past were just as varied and attempted to meet the unique tastes of the people who populated those bygone eras.  With regards to wedding rings, the modern eras are no different.  One of the many things that people are looking for when they are buying wedding rings is for their ring [...]

  When it comes to wedding rings and wedding bands, for many couples the standard fare just isn’t enough.  For some the desire to incorporate various themes into their wedding ceremony which may be reflective of the décor or setting of the ceremony, and even cultural heritage of the couple, often carries over into their [...]

Custom made wedding rings and wedding bands have always been in high demand.  More often than not, custom creations have consisted of intricate designs, complex stone settings or have been comprised of other intricate workmanship.  With the rising popularity of alternative metals such as titanium and tungsten, both of which are notoriously difficult to craft, [...]

Currently there are thousands, if not tens of thousands, of websites dedicated to the sale of wedding rings, wedding bands and assorted other pieces of jewelry.  These websites are maintained by companies not only on the North American continent and Europe, but from places such as East Asia, North Africa and the Middle East. Determining the [...]

Okay gentlemen, in our last post, we covered two of the four C’s: color and carat weight.  Now let’s take the time to fully examine the remaining two C’s, which are clarity and cut.   Rating the clarity of the diamond is actually a complex and intricate process.  The clarity of a diamond refers to how [...]

When it comes to the purchase of a wedding ring, most men are, well… clueless.  The majority of men are under the impression that a wedding ring consists of nothing more than a simple gold band.  This however is quite incorrect.  There are a myriad of options which are available to male consumers with regards [...]

Here now we conclude our three-part exposé with four points to ponder for those individuals looking to purchase eco-friendly wedding bands and wedding rings.      RESEARCH UNIQUE ENVIRONMENTAL TRENDS In the jewelry business trends and fads come and go.  Perhaps not as quickly as the fashion industry, but like any other retail industry offering [...]

Okay, here now is part two of our three part series investigating the various ways in which an environmentally friendly wedding ring or wedding band can be purchased or designed. As a side note, this blogger feels the need to warn those individuals who may follow these three pieces of advice to not necessarily take [...]

There is a small but steadily growing niche market for what many might call eco-friendly jewelry. For those individuals concerned about the environmental impacts which various mining industries can create, we here at weddingrings.net highly recommend giving a good read to not only this post, but the ones which will follow. There is just too [...]

For a number of reasons, platinum wedding rings and wedding bands are quickly becoming the king of the hill with regards to the wedding jewelry industry. Platinum’s rise to the top of the jewelry dog pile stems from any number of reasons. With its ever increasing monetary value on an ounce per ounce basis, not [...]

Though not Jewish himself, this blogger does understand that to be Jewish is to be part of a rich and ancient heritage. The customs and traditions which surround Jewish weddings and wedding rings are no exception to that statement. Unbeknownst to most people, Jewish wedding rings and wedding bands are steeped in traditional Hebrew symbolism [...]

So lasses and lads, it’s time to tie ye ol’ Celtic knot, aye?   Celtic wedding rings can run the gamut from traditional claddagh rings to Celtic knot-work masterpieces. No matter your ethnicity, nationality or ancestry, a Celtic wedding ring can be a beautiful, one-of-a-kind expression of eternal love. Celtic wedding rings truly do make [...]

Wedding rings, as symbols of love and devotion exchanged by a couple on their wedding day, are cherished, one-of-a-kind relics and reminders of a shared love. There are a multitude of styles and a myriad of designs to best express the joy and happiness that marriage can bring. According to the experts, there is a [...]