yourliwedding.com: Wedding Rings

Wedding Rings
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Robyn Seconhouse on 17 September, 2008 10:02:00
 
When choosing a wedding ring it is important to select the style and design of
the ring very carefully. Most likely this is a piece of jewelry you will want to
wear everyday and for a very long tim. The first thing you need to do is get
your ring finger measured by a professional jeweler, to ensure that you can ask
for the correct size to try on when you are out shopping.
Next you will need to think about the type of metal that will be suitable for
your budget and lifestyle. The most popular precious metals are platinum, white
gold and yellow gold. Platinum is the most expensive of these options, but it is
also the most durable, so if you do a lot of manual work you may want to
consider spending a little more on this stronger metal. If you like the look of
platinum but cannot afford it then white gold can be polished and brushed to
resemble platinum's ultra modern look.
Yellow gold is the most traditional metal for wedding rings, and remember that
the carat designates the purity of the gold. The higher the carat the more gold
it contains, but also the softer the ring will be, and less suitable for the
rigors of an active life. Jewelers often recommend 18ct, which is thought to be
a good compromise between luxury and practicality.
When choosing the design of your wedding ring, think about your own personal
style. If you are a bold, daring person then there are lots of modern, exciting
designs now available. If you are creative, you may want to sketch out a design
of your own, and then get it custom made by a goldsmith. It is still traditional
to have matching rings, but you can add your own twists to the design, for
example both wedding rings could be the same metal and pattern, but the bride
could have the addition of some diamonds or another precious stone. Below are
some examples of all different types of wedding rings.