Ready to choose your wedding rings? Here's the information you need to find the styles that suit you both.
Q: I have always envisioned wedding bands that match perfectly, but I have noticed that most of our friends don't have identical bands. Are there any rules for coordinating our choices?
A: It's up to you whether or not you'd like the rings to be the same. His and hers rings are a good idea from a sentimental standpoint, but many brides and grooms want to express their individuality. "There's a wide variety out there, from bands with a vintage 19th-century feel to those with a Gothic, hand-forged look," says jewelry designer Scott Kay. "Even the classics may have a rope or weave motif and different types of engraving and patterns. You're not marrying someone exactly like you, so wanting different styles is understandable." But you can still convey a sense of unity by choosing bands in the same metal or with a similar feature, like a princess-cut diamond. As long as you both love your rings, matching or not, you've made the right choice.
Q: My fiance doesn't wear fine jewelry so he doesn't know what style is "him." How should he select a wedding band?
A: The more wedding bands he looks at, the more he'll develop an opinion. He can browse through magazines and websites to see what catches his eye. Then you two can go to some stores that specialize in bridal jewelry. You'll find plenty of options and knowledgeable salespeople to offer guidance. He shou
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