A Guide to Finding the Perfect Wedding Ring For Men
Let’s be honest. Not so long ago, weddings were all about the bride. She came up with the theme, found the venue, and made the final call on whether Aunt Mavis with her unique political views should be invited. The groom’s involvement was often limited to the wine selection, if that.
Well, those days are behind us, and that’s something to be thankful for. Modern men are playing an active role in planning their wedding day, just as they are active partners in their relationships. They’re also taking a keen interest in finding the perfect wedding ring – after all, this is something to wear for a lifetime, so it’s important to get it right.
So, how do you find the perfect wedding ring for men? Easy! Just follow our handy guide.
Don’t worry, we’ve seen every trick in the book, and we’ve pulled together our best tips for you!
Wedding ring styles
It may seem obvious, but the first thing to think about is your personal style. Are you a classic guy, who favours simple and timeless designs? A simple white or yellow gold band may be exactly your style.
Gent’s yellow gold court shaped wedding ring.
Or are you always the first to try a new trend, or make a bold statement with your fashion choices? You may prefer a more contemporary men’s wedding ring, combining different metals or even precious stones.
Mokume gane and platinum wedding ring.
A wedding band is a symbol of enduring love with your partner, but it should also be a reflection of who you are as a person, as you’re going to be wearing it day in, day out for many years.
Lifestyle
Something many couples don’t think about when choosing their rings, is their lifestyle. The metals that typically go into a wedding ring have varying degrees of durability, so thinking about how you wear your ring is important.
If you live a fairly urban life, spending most days in the office, around home or hanging out with friends, any impact to your ring may not concern you as much, and you could opt for a metal like platinum that has a sophisticated, gentle shine. Saying that, platinum is the most durable of precious metals!
Men’s platinum wedding ring with chamfered edges and groove detail.
But if you live a very active lifestyle, perhaps playing a lot of sports or working in the outdoors, you may want to choose a wedding ring that won’t show bumps or scratches as much, perhaps in a metal like titanium or zirconium.
Look to the Future - Timeless Wedding Rings
Your wedding ring is going to be with you for a long time. Your style, and lifestyle, could look quite different in five, ten or twenty years, compared to what they do today.
While currently you might love going clubbing and showing your style with swagger, in the future you might be a little more low-key, preferring a dinner party with friends that won’t make the next day’s school drop-off a torture. Or, perhaps you and your partner are dreaming of escaping the rat race, and moving to an idyllic rural retreat, where you’ll be spending a lot more time outdoors.
Thinking beyond the next few years can help ensure that you are choosing the perfect wedding ring for today, that your future self will love just as much.
Shop Local
These days, it’s possible to buy just about anything online, and in fact many big-name jewellers use overseas factories to make their wedding and engagement rings.
Here at Simon Wright, we believe in working directly with our customers, to make sure that you get the ideal wedding ring for you, right here in the UK. We will talk to you and your partner about your style, lifestyle and budget, and craft your custom-designed rings in our London studio. We want you to have not only the perfect bespoke wedding ring, but a story that you can proudly share for years to come.
If you want a tailored experience and are looking to create a men’s wedding ring, you can get in touch with us here.
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