How to choose the right wedding ring? Guide to the perfect choice
Among the thousand commitments that precede a wedding, the choice of wedding rings is one of the most heartfelt, given the importance of this ancient symbol that dates back to Roman times.
Wedding rings in fact sanction the promise of love and eternal fidelity of the spouses. The moment you exchange them on the altar, you will trust each other.
If we observed tradition, wedding rings would be a gift from the wedding witnesses, who reserve the task of buying and keeping the jewels until the fateful date.
However, in recent years this custom has lost popularity, because more and more couples prefer to manage their shopping directly. On the other hand, according to the Galateo, the groom would have to pay for the rings but, given the important figures that can be achieved, it often happens to divide the expense equally between the spouses.
Because of their eternal value and profound meaning, you cannot choose your wedding rings lightly. Fortunately, there are many types of wedding rings on the market, each with its own characteristics and history.
Among this variety of wedding rings you will certainly find the one that best suits your personal need.
In this article we want to help you and make it easier for you in the difficult task of choosing the right wedding rings for you.
The types of existing wedding rings
Your style is crucial in choosing the model you prefer, in fact wedding rings should be jewels that represent and tell your love and your personality.
Here are the main wedding ring models that you can find from your trusted goldsmith:
Classic wedding ring
The classic wedding ring is still today the most requested due to its simplicity and discretion.
These models are usually in yellow gold, with a thickness ranging from 3 to 5 millimeters and a weight of between 3 and 10 grams.
It is a ring with a polished finish, its traditional shape is rounded on the outside and flat on the inside.
If you are attached to the idea of a traditional wedding, this is the perfect jewel for you. It goes well with any look and is easy to wear every day.
In Vannini Gioielli we are tied to tradition and in our goldsmith's shop you can find our exclusive classic models, which we will customize to elegantly adapt to your every need.
Comfortable wedding ring
The comfortable wedding ring is a variant of the classic wedding ring, characterized by a double convex shape, with rounded internal profiles.
This shape has been designed to be more comfortable to wear than other classic models.
Its comfort makes it particularly appreciated by men, but also by those who are not used to wearing rings.
This model is therefore the ideal choice for those who want a stylish ring, without sacrificing practicality.
French wedding ring
French wedding rings differ from the classic ones because they are narrower, slightly rounded and flat on the outside, with a weight of 3-4 grams.
This modern and lightweight wedding ring is very elegant, especially if the wearer has a small hand.
Many women like it because it can be combined with other rings and men like it for its comfort.
Choose it if you don't like flashy jewelry or want to match it with other jewelry, such as an engagement ring.
In our Vannini goldsmith's workshop we give French-style wedding rings a particularity: we make the side flat, so that the wedding ring can be harmoniously worn next to the solitaire.
Flat wedding ring
Flat wedding rings (also called flat wedding rings) are characterized by a square section with four faces, one internal, two lateral and the last external, without any convexity.
This particular model can also be made in white gold, silver or other light metals. You can also find flat-type wedding rings of various widths and with slightly rounded edges on the market.
Its originality and versatility make these models highly appreciated especially by unconventional couples.
Special wedding rings
On the market you can also find wedding rings that are much more particular and original than the classic ones.
Among these we list a few, which you can find on our website:
- Two-tone wedding ring: with two colors of gold that fade or mix on the rings.
- Woven wedding ring: with two circles of gold of different colors twisted together.
Hammered wedding rings
Hammered wedding rings are among the models that are requested most often. Made with skill and passion, they are unique and valuable jewels.
The irregularities on the surface of the beaten wedding rings evoke originality and are the result of careful craftsmanship.
Thanks to the textures produced by the hammering, the light is reflected in a particular way on the wedding ring, giving it an unsurpassed aesthetic value. Furthermore, the irregular nature of this handcrafted process ensures that each wedding ring is different, just like the story it represents.
These wedding rings thus become the symbol of a love that wants to be unique and distinct from the others.
How to choose the most suitable wedding ring
As you have noticed, each model adapts to a specific personality and if you would like our advice to identify the model that best suits your couple, contact us, we will be able to advise you on the best solution for you.
Here are the most iconic and elegant materials to make your wedding rings:
Wedding rings in yellow gold
A classic but never out of fashion choice, which fascinates with its elegance and always wins first place in the ranking of materials used for wedding rings.
Wedding rings in white gold
White gold wedding rings have become very popular in recent years, because they can be easily combined with any type of outfit or style.
Since nickel has been banned or significantly reduced, it has become important to use the platinum bath to eliminate the slight yellow color that the white gold alloy can have after melting. This process is known as rhodium plating, but unfortunately it doesn't last forever and needs to be repeated from time to time, especially if the ring is used a lot or exposed to external influences.
Rose gold wedding rings
Rose gold wedding rings take on this particular color thanks to the addition of copper in the alloy. These wedding rings can be an ideal choice for anyone looking for a fine metal with a unique and distinctive look.
Like other types of gold, rose gold is a hypoallergenic, non-corrosive metal and does not darken over time, maintaining its original shine.
The custom creation of the wedding ring
If all the models on the market have not completely convinced you, it is possible to request the creation of custom-made wedding rings, so as to wear unique pieces, the fruit of your desire.
If you are looking for handcrafted wedding rings created entirely according to your personal needs, contact us, we will be able to create the best solution for you.
Create your wedding ring thanks to the Florentine master goldsmiths
In this article we have proposed the main types of wedding rings, in the hope of having helped you in choosing this important symbol of love.
All the models seen in this article - as well as dozens of designer models - are created in our Vannini laboratories and you can find them both on our website and in our goldsmith's workshop.
Our jewels are unique pieces designed and handmade in our studio in Florence, according to Vannini goldsmith techniques, inspired by the noble Renaissance tradition of Florence.
To make your wedding rings, we will listen to your every need, also carrying out an intermediate test of the rings with you before the end of the process, to make sure that the final result is perfect for you.
We are waiting for you at our Florentine goldsmith's shop to create your wedding rings for you.
