Evolution of a Wedding Band

Nothing stays the same forever, especially fashion. As the years go by, trends change, with new styles always developing (and occasional designs flashbacking to the past). This fashion design evolution is also true for jewelry. Take the wedding band for example.

In America, simple gold or platinum bands prevailed as the preferred wedding band style choice at first, as well as the most common offering. As time has gone by, options have evolved, and designs have become more intricate for both men and women. Art carved bands, hammered style-metals and spinning wedding bands are now all prevalent styles in the wedding band category. Simply put: Time adds more complications.

Although plain wedding bands continue to be some women and men’s preference, other couples prefer spicing up their bands with delicate flourishes. Most of these flourishes will be on the subtler side. After all, a wedding band will (or hopefully will) be worn for the rest of one’s life, and there is a fine line between classic and extreme. But with a hint of a design and texture, there will be no Vegas-like regrets. Designer wedding bands, contemporary wedding bands and fancy wedding bands are all unique, and still tasteful, options. They express a wearer’s personality via textured metals or art designed bands, for two examples.

Braids are not just for hair-dos. Hand braided bands have become a common way for men and women to wear their vows, offering an interesting twist on just a solid gold or platinum ring. Painting a picture into a ring is a key trend, too. Art carved wedding bands offer just this, with common patterns ranging from triangles to swirls. This is a great way for the funkier bride or groom to express him or herself. Art carved wedding bands allow wearers to make a statement beyond “I promise to be true.” The designs allow one’s personality to be physically infused into the ring.

As time goes on, people are becoming more on the go. No surprise then, many prefer jewelry that can move, too. Spinning wedding bands are another unique spin on a typical wedding band. The rings spin in the center or on the outside with movable parts. The design is fun because it lets the wearer play with the band. Textured gold is often used for these designs, making for an even more playful offering.

Diamonds aren’t just regulated to a diamond engagement ring. These days, the rocks are making for nice accents to wedding bands for brides and grooms alike. Think braided bands with diamond sprinkles as one innovative option. Diamonds have especially made their way into a groom’s band. Men like to sparkle, too, via men’s diamond wedding bands.

Wedding bands are getting mixed up with color combination with two tone wedding band options: This means mixing white and yellow gold together. Hammered metals have hit a crescendo with wedding bands, too.

Like wedding bands, eternity bands have also evolved over the years. These rings are given for a momentous event like a child’s birth or a major anniversary. These days, diamond eternity bands and gemstone eternity bands make for great options.

No matter how trends change with wedding or eternity bands, what has not evolved is the band’s message: Unity, Love and Commitment. Whether textured, braided or art carved, the wedding bands still mean “I do,” which time will never change.