Gold is available in different colors and karats. The classic and natural color, of course, is a rich, warm yellow. But some people, mostly men, are not particularly fond of gold. They find the metal to be a bit to flashy and ostentatious. It is for this reason that mens white gold wedding rings and bands have become a popular alternative in wedding rings for men. What’s the difference?
Men’s jewelry has also embraced rose gold, especially men’s wedding rings! Also called Pink Gold or Red Gold, why had men never been offered the rose alloy before? It could be that this beautiful hue had been targeted to women because pink has always been a feminine color and the name of the gold alienated itself from men’s jewelry. Actually, the hue of rose gold is also not completely pink, but more of a soft copper. This is because while many think that rose gold is a pure gold, this is not the case. The color is actually a blend of yellow gold and copper. The percentage of copper to gold will dictate the carat, and often silver is added to adjust for a more desired tint.
Make It Significant. Wedding rings are meant to last a lifetime – therefore, if there’s a significant date or saying that the two of you cleave to, have it engraved on the inside of your husband’s platinum ring. This etching will continually remind the two of you of the day you finally found your soul mate and the day that you celebrated your love in front of your family and friends.
Don’t Forgo Tradition. If you want a heirloom or vintage wedding ring to grace your husband’s finger, don’t be afraid to ask him if he’d like to receive it on your wedding day. Many families are passing down men’s rings as well as women’s engagement rings, so if you have this precious heirloom, don’t be afraid to use it. The ring is a perfect representation of the fusion of tradition and future love on the most important day of your life.
The point we are trying to make is that men’s wedding rings are no longer a one-size-fits-all affair. Guys used to have to wear whatever they wives picked out for them, often in matching sets, but now they have options. In addition to numerous metal choices, they can now select rings that match their personal style, from casual to upscale.
Although a man’s wedding ring is more of a symbolic piece than something worn for style alone, it is unlikely that a man will wear any other piece of jewelry as much as this one, so it is important to choose a mens wedding ring that is well matched to your personality, profession, lifestyle, and wardrobe. In the past there were very few options in mens wedding ring designs, but fortunately today’s jewelry designers are producing wedding bands for men in a variety of classic and contemporary metals, shapes, widths, and styles, so every man can find the wedding band that best suits him.
This new variety is best illustrated by the assortment of metals from which a mens wedding band can be made. Classic yellow gold or white gold, in 14kt for a stronger gold ring or 18kt for the best quality, is still alive and well in traditional domed and flat milgrain mens wedding bands as well as styles with newer design accents. Some gold rings even use both colors and often include rose gold for a rich multichrome look. Platinum, the most precious of precious metals, has also come to be regarded as a traditional choice. Palladium resembles platinum in color and strength but is more affordable, and has an interesting history as the metal most used for ladies and mens wedding bands in the 1940s as many other metals went to the war effort and were unavailable. Titanium mens wedding rings are perfect for active men because they are tough and lightweight. Mens wedding rings in strong, brightly shining tungsten are the hottest trend and seem poised to achieve classic status as they have the solid weight of gold, greater strength than titanium, and the tarnish proof shine of platinum combined in one versatile metal. Tungsten is also scratch resistant, making it a good match for men in manual professions. Best of all, every one of these metals can be found paired with one of the others in several two tone or inlay mens wedding band designs.
The options for a personalized ring do not end with the metals. Mens wedding rings are also being produced in every combination of basic to elaborate styles, with simple design accents or breathtaking artistic flourishes. Space age titanium and tungsten are used in the simple domed, mirror polished bands that first come to mind when thinking of mens wedding rings. Classic, tasteful diamonds in precision shaped tension settings are being seen in more and more wedding bands for men. An understated brush finish, when applied to an unusual wide, concave tungsten mens wedding ring looks modern and elegant. Mens wedding bands are meant to be worn every day for many years, and with so many options, finding the right one is easy and fun!