Rules on Choosing the Best Wedding Rings

Just as there are rules and etiquette to be observed when choosing your engagement rings, there are also rules that you need to abide by when choosing your wedding bands. Wedding bands in many women's eyes, far outrank engagement rings because not only are these tangible symbols of commitment, they are also reminders of a promise made before God to cherish and treasure the person standing with you at the altar and as such, they can't be less than perfect.

Of course, in addition to perfect, your wedding rings should also last just as long your love. It is the most important piece of jewelry you will ever wear in your life and as such, you will need to choose ones of high-quality and ones that closely reflect who you are as a couple. That means that you should let not just your heart do the choosing for you and it certainly shouldn't be about its cost or price.

Another thing you need to remember is whether you go timeless or trendy, classic or modern, your wedding rings should be able to stand the test of time. As such, here are some rules that you need to follow when it comes to choosing your wedding rings:

1. Never put off your search until it's too late

Once you and your groom-to-be have decided on what you'd both like, head out to the jewelry stores and start browsing online. Two months ahead of your wedding is considered ample time to find the best wedding rings so during this time, browse and research while you can, take note of the rings you liked and didn't like then come back again to see which one stands out from the rest of your choices. The extra time is also recommended if you are going to have them customized - engraving in fact, takes up to a month to finish.

2. It's OK to be different

If you happen to like yellow gold and your man likes platinum, don't fret. You can always choose to wear wedding bands that complement each other's style. What's important is that you're both comfortable wearing your rings and that it reflects your personal styles and preferences.

3. Make sure they're a great fit

Since wedding rings are ones that are worn anytime and anywhere, it is important that you size them right. Never try to fit your rings after you've exercised or first thing in the morning because your fingers will be a bit swollen. Always fit your rings when you feel calm and relaxed and your body temperatures are normal as any other condition will make your fingers swell or contract so you won't get the actual size for your finger.

4. Stay on the practical side

You should never buy your wedding bands based on looks alone. You will also need to consider your lifestyle as what is the point of buying something meant to be worn all the time when you have to take it off more often than you wear it? If you work with your hands often, it is best to consider streamlined styles so that you don't easily lose the stone or the ring itself. Yes, even if it means going for smaller diamonds.

5. Think timeless

While wedding rings never go out of style, it is still prudent to choose a timeless style that you'll find yourself still wearing 20 years from now or one that you can pass on to your child when it's her turn to walk down the aisle. You can also go for styles that can be updated and resized easily.