Wedding Band Styles and Types
You have lots of choices when it comes to wedding bands and it can be helpful to have an idea of the types and styles available.
Classic
A timeless band that may or may not include diamonds or other style elements.
Comfort fit
A band with a rounded interior and an oval cross section. With this style, less metal touches the finger, which results in a comfortable feel.
Half round
A classic style of band with a rounded top section. The interior section of the ring can either be flat or comfort fit.
Flat
A modern style of band with a flat top section.
Bridal set
Typically, you purchase a bridal set (consisting of a paired engagement ring and wedding band) together
Eternity
Eternity bands are sometimes called anniversary bands (many people add them later on an anniversary) and feature diamonds that encircle the entire ring in prongs or channel set.
Half eternity
The stones go halfway around the band. This style can be more comfortable and resizable than full eternity bands.
Curved band
These are designed to fit around an engagement ring, highlighting the center stone.
Ring wrap or enhancer
These wrap around both sides of an engagement ring to create a more elaborate, cohesive look. Typically, this type of band is not worn on its own (without the engagement ring).
Colored gemstones
A great way to add uniqueness and personal style
Wedding ring stack
You can choose several thin or varied width bands and can mix and match metals. This is a fun style to add to for milestone anniversaries.
Wedding Band Metals
Wedding bands are available in a wide variety of metals. Women’s bands are generally available in gold and platinum and men’s bands are available in additional metals such as titanium, cobalt, tungsten carbide, zirconium, and damascus steel.You can even find bands with inlays of dinosaur bone, meteorite, or carbon fiber.
Learn more about ring metals
Learn how to choose the right metal and find your perfect ring size.
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