Wedding bands have long lived in the shadow of engagement rings, and some couples don’t even opt to wear them, but it looks like they’ve now got their time in the spotlight. People have finally caught on to the fact that they’ll wear this piece of jewelry forever, so why don’t they go all out and get something they like?
Move over boring gold or silver bands that just sit on your finger and act as a cushion for your engagement ring. We’re beginning to see some more exciting trends and ideas in the wedding band world – and here are the biggest current trends:
Diamond Wedding Bands
Diamonds are usually reserved for engagement rings, but a lot of people are starting to think: why can’t we have them on our wedding bands, too? With companies like Ada Diamonds creating more affordable lab-grown options, it makes the concept of a diamond wedding band more accessible for most people as well. Adding a bit of sparkle to this ring can complement the engagement ring or allow the wedding band itself to stand out a bit more. It’s a change from the usually dull designs of the past, and we’re here for it!
Wedding Bands With Mixed Metals
Can’t choose between a yellow gold, white gold, or silver wedding band? You no longer have to make this choice, as mixed metal wedding bands are trending fiercely. People love the idea of a band that combines two or more colors to give it that little bit of extra oomph. The color contrast works beautifully, though you should be mindful of the metals you use as this could impact how easy it is to take care of your jewelry.
Funky Details & Designs
Not quite sure how to come up with a title for this trending category, so funky details and designs will have to do. Basically, you know how traditional wedding bands all look the same – just some are maybe slightly chunkier than others and could be made from different metals. They’re all this smooth design, but now we’re seeing a lot more creativity in the ring design department. From roped metal to baguette styling, and even twists and ridges here or there, things have become so much more creative. It’s out with the blandness and in with something that’s just a little bit more unique.
Male-Focused Wedding Bands
It’s time to admit that men haven’t always had a say when it comes to wedding bands. Most couples would let the bride decide, and then the man would get a matching ring. Nowadays, couples realize that the secret to getting a man to wear his wedding band is allowing him to choose something that actually suits him. Some are perfectly happy with the traditional metals, but many are moving towards alternatives that are far more male-focused. We’re talking about titanium or cobalt wedding rings that look more modern and suit male hands more than maybe white gold or yellow gold do.
Whatever your feelings are towards these trends, it’s just nice to see wedding bands get some time in the spotlight. After all, this piece of jewelry is just as significant as the engagement ring, and yet it always gets second billing. This hierarchy will probably never change, but at least we’re starting to get more creative with wedding band designs.
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