Your Complete Guide to Buying a Wedding Band for Her

There are several factors to consider before and while choosing or designing your wedding band. After all, a wedding band is a ring that you will wear on your ring finger for the rest of your life. It is critical that you don’t hurry into selecting a design.

There are a few essential questions you should ask yourself (or your partner) before selecting a wedding band. They include –

1. What kind of wedding band are you looking for
2. What is your personal preference or design aesthetic?
3. What is your upper limit or cap in terms of budget?
4. How many stones do you want on the ring?
5. What diamond cut are you looking for?
6. Which setting type have you zeroed in on?
7. Which base metal do you want?

Sometimes, what makes the ring selection or wedding band design process even more difficult than it already is, is the fact that some people want to find a wedding ring that matches their engagement ring. While this is great in terms of creating a truly unified aesthetic (if you are going to be wearing both rings on the same finger), it might not always be possible to find or create the perfect match.

Start with the base metal

Today, there are various metal options you can choose from. These include palladium, platinum, silver, white gold, rose gold, and yellow gold. At A.JAFFE, we recommend opting for high-quality (high-carat) gold or platinum, since these metals are as beautiful as they are durable. Some wedding band designs incorporate two different colors, adding a striking new dimension to the ring. You can make this decision based on your personal preferences. At this stage, you will also need to talk to your jeweler about the size and thickness you prefer for your wedding band.

Choose your stone and cut

Wedding rings for women are available in a variety of designs and sizes. Many are very customizable to wear. This gives you the flexibility to either choose a readymade design or tailor one according to your unique needs. For eons, white or colorless diamonds have always been the go-to stone for engagement as well as wedding rings. This trend is going strong even today. While colored gemstones and precious stones like rubies, emeralds, and sapphires are also used on wedding bands, diamonds are preferred due to their inimitable charm, hardness, and reflective index. In terms of cut, you will need to select from one of the following options –

• Princess cut
• Cushion cut
• Round cut
• Oval cut
• Heart cut
• Marquise cut
• Emerald cut
• Pear cut

Compare different wedding band styles and settings

After you choose a base metal, it is now time to start discussing and researching various ring styles and settings. Some of the most popular diamond ring setting types include –

• Solitaire
• Halo
• Bezel
• Shared prong
• Three stone
• Pavé
• Micropavé
• Split shank
• Channel

Visit the wedding bands page on our website, or look at images online to understand what each of these settings looks like. And while each one has its own distinct charm, there are several ring styles from which you can choose. Some of the trendiest designs and styles include –

• Plain band – A minimalistic wedding band that features a plain metal ring without any gemstones or embellishments.
• Eternity band – A wedding ring that features tiny diamonds set around the entire outline of the band.
• Infinity band – A band that features the infinity symbol, often studded with tiny diamonds.

Pick a ring that reflects her style and personality

While there is no dearth of good-looking rings out there, it is important that the wedding band you pick aptly reflects your partner’s character and style. If your woman is an independent urban femme fatale, you can go for something that is as outrageous and bold as she is. If she happens to be the kind of girl who like to keep it subtle and simple, you can choose a delicate, understated, and minimalistic wedding band. And Since a wedding ring is the ultimate symbol of your everlasting love, make sure you get one that symbolizes your relationship. Rather than worrying too much about the technicalities, we recommend going for something that wins you over – like love at first sight!

Explore high-quality wedding bands for her

From stackable wedding anniversary bands to inimitable diamond wedding rings, A.JAFFE offers the widest selection of high-quality jewelry. We are one of the only 19th century jewelers still active in NYC, so that says a lot about our illustrious legacy and track record.

We value craftsmanship, innovation, and originality. It is no surprise then that our clientele keeps coming back to us for more. A lot goes into handcrafting, hand-setting, and polishing your wedding band, and we love every bit of it. You can explore our jewelry at select retail outlets in the United States. But before you do that, check out our extensive catalog of women’s wedding bands here.