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Wedding Ring Sets

Monday, June 15th, 2009

No matter what your personal tastes or budget, elegant wedding ring sets are perfect for the bride and groom-to-be who desire coordinated wedding bands that still reflect their own unique personality. When choosing wedding ring sets, you have several options to consider.

 

Types of Wedding Ring Sets

 

Whether you want a coordinated wedding ring and engagement band, or want a wedding set that encompasses the groom’s wedding band as well, there are options to meet any price range and preference.

 

Band sets are perfect for the bride and groom-to-be who want matching wedding bands without a lot of fuss. Band sets do not include an engagement ring, but because of the classic look of a wedding band set any style of engagement ring looks complementary when worn together with the wedding band.

 

Bridal sets are a popular choice because they encompass both an engagement ring and a wedding band in coordinating styles. Bridal sets can be simple or more elaborate, incorporating accent stones and other elements into the design. Bridal wedding ring sets do not include the groom’s wedding band, but you can always customize his wedding ring to complement your own if desired.

 

Finally, triple wedding ring sets include the engagement ring and both the bride and groom’s wedding bands in complementary styles. If you are concerned about the rings matching, triple wedding ring sets are your best option to ensure coordinating rings without any hassle.

 

Even with a matching wedding ring set, you have numerous options to choose from to make the rings your own and reflect both the bride and the groom’s unique tastes. You can incorporate a favorite gemstone, your birthstones or even engraving to add a special touch and strengthen the symbolism of the rings.Additionally, metal accents (such as Celtic knots or other intricate designs) or multi-tone metals offer a distinctive look that sets a wedding ring set apart from the rest.

 

The Cost of Wedding Ring Sets

 

If you are worried about the cost of a wedding ring set, there are things to consider before you write it off as too expensive. While ring sets are more expensive than buying a single ring, the total cost may be well worth it because you are getting the engagement ring, the bride’s wedding band and in some cases the groom’s wedding band as well.

 

When taken together, the set may actually be less expensive than if you were to purchase all three rings separately somewhere else.

 

Wedding ring sets are a convenient choice for the bride and groom-to-be who desire complementary wedding bands but do not want to try to find individual rings that coordinate with one another. While the total cost upfront is more expensive than buying each ring separately, wedding ring sets are a great way to symbolize your relationship with coordinating bands that will last a lifetime.

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Bridal Set Engagement Rings

Tuesday, May 26th, 2009

If your bride-to-be would love to wear her wedding band and engagement ring together, an intricate bridal set engagement ring may be the perfect option. Instead of buying two separate rings, bridal sets incorporate both the engagement ring and wedding band into one uniform design to form a beautiful ring she will cherish.

 

What are Bridal Set Engagement Rings?

Bridal set engagement rings are actually two rings designed to be worn together – the wedding band and the engagement ring. Some jewelers may include the groom’s ring with the bridal set as well. Each ring in a bridal set is carefully crafted to go together, so they are designed with similar characteristics such as metal choice, stones, etc.

For couples interested in purchasing a bridal set, you should be aware of your options.

  • Parallel Rings

Parallel rings are designed to be worn together, but each ring can be worn separately. The difference between this type of bridal set and traditional rings is that the wedding band often has a plain design that coordinates well with the engagement band but will not pose any issues when worn simultaneously.

  • Integrated Rings

With an integrated bridal ring set, the two rings are designed to be worn together and cannot usually be worn separately. The reason for this is that the wedding band is often designed to complement the engagement ring design, often in the form of a ring wrap. When worn individually, the rings would look incomplete. Oftentimes, the engagement ring stone in an integrated bridal set also becomes the focal point of the complete set, so the bride must wear both rings together.

 

While couples can customize a bridal set matching their preferences, diamonds are the most popular gemstone choice for bridal set engagement rings. For a more classic, understated look, diamond solitaire wedding sets are popular, with yellow gold being the classic metal choice. Of course, platinum and white gold can be used as well. Marquise or round diamonds are a popular choice for bridal set engagement rings, but other shapes can be used. Jewelers can also customize a bridal set for you with different stones.

 

Cost of Bridal Sets

Even though bridal sets will seem expensive at first, they may actually be the perfect choice for couples who are on a strict budget. With a bridal set, you are getting the engagement ring and one or both wedding bands, which will prevent you from having to buy another ring later on. Additionally, bridal sets are carefully designed to match, so brides who want to wear both their engagement ring and wedding band can do so without having to wear two rings that don’t work together when bought individually.

 

For a couple that has a strict budget or a bride-to-be that desires to wear her wedding band and engagement ring together, a matching bridal set may be the perfect choice. Whether you choose an integrated set or can wear each ring individually, bridal set engagement rings offer a unique alternative to a traditional diamond ring and will be a beautiful reminder of a couple’s everlasting love.


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Pave Setting

Friday, May 22nd, 2009

Choosing a pave setting engagement ring is a sophisticated choice for the bride-to-be with elegant taste. Even with a simple design, a pave setting offers a glamorous alternative to wear alone or designed as part of a bridal set.

 

What are They?

Pave settings are simply stunning, and take there name from the fact the band is literally paved with tiny diamonds. At first glance, the band actually looks like it’s made of diamonds. Unlike other traditional settings, a pave setting uses very small stones and tiny prongs or beads to hold the diamonds in place. Traditionally made with white gold or platinum to minimize the appearance of the metal band, yellow gold can also be used in a pave setting for a touch of classic elegance.

With a pave setting engagement ring, a larger central stone typically rests above the tiny diamonds that encircle the rest of the band. Since a pave setting already incorporates a lot of elegance, simpler central stones such as a round or princess cut are the most popular choices. For a fancier look, many couples choose a colored diamond or brilliant gemstone as the center stone to complement the brilliance of the surrounding diamonds.

 

What Kind of Designs Can I Choose From?

A pave setting offers a unique alternative to a traditional diamond wedding ring, and there are a few styles you can choose from. For an elegant yet simple design, a bride-to-be may opt for a simple band with one row of encrusted diamonds and the center stone mounted above the smaller stones. For a more elaborate look, bride-to-be’s can choose a single band without a center stone for a brilliant, shimmery look. This type of pave setting seems to be growing in popularity and make for a stunning engagement ring. Brides who opt for this type of pave setting often choose to design the band in a swirling curve or wave shape for a unique touch.

 

Cost and Care

Pave engagement rings can be expensive, but this will vary depending on the type of stones you choose as well as their quality. You can lessen the cost by using a gemstone as the center stone instead of a diamond or omitting a center stone altogether. Couples can further decrease the cost of a pave setting by using cubic zirconia for the smaller diamonds. Even if you choose real diamonds over CZ’s, since the stones are so small you can feel free to use lower-quality stones because flaws will not be as visible.

 

Pave setting engagement rings will require frequent cleaning because of their intricacy. As with all fine jewelry, you should never wear the ring during household chores or around harsh chemicals. Have a professional jeweler regularly examine your ring to ensure no stones have fallen out. Fortunately, pave settings are relatively inexpensive to repair.

 

A pave setting engagement ring can be a beautiful choice for couples who desire something a little more elegant than a traditional diamond ring. With the proper care and regular cleaning, your ring will be as stunning as when you first put it on.

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