If an engagement ring starts your story, then it’s the wedding band that completes it. You’ll wear these rings together every day, so choosing a complementary set is especially important.
The right wedding band will enhance the engagement ring rather than compete with it. Since every couple is unique, there really isn’t a single right answer. With guidance from our DeVons experts, you can confidently find the right wedding set that best suits your vision in our comfortable, no-pressure showroom.
Start with the Engagement Ring
You’ll want to choose your engagement ring first as it will set the style, look and meaning for the entire set. Our experts can help you consider essential elements like the center stone shape, setting style, metal color, band width and profile that suit you. We also strongly recommend trying on your wedding band and engagement ring options in person before making a final decision.
Should Your Wedding Band Match or Complement the Engagement Ring?
There are essentially two approaches to choosing a wedding set. Matching is when your wedding set appears as one ring in a puzzle-like fit, while complementary means the two rings complement each other with some level of contrast.
In a matching approach, you’ll want to choose rings in the same metal color with a similar design for a unified look. In a complementary approach, you’ll want to look for a more intentional contrast in diamonds, texture or style that will create more of a varying layered look. It’s entirely a matter of preference.
Engagement Ring:
One popular style is the Halo Engagement Ring, like this one that features a 3ct. radiant-cut diamond with round diamonds around it and along the band in yellow gold.
Wedding Bands:
Simple, yet bold in its design, the Halo Engagement Ring would look stunning with this matching, two-layer 1.0cttw 14K Yellow Gold Enhancer and more distinctive with this complementary ½cttw 14K Yellow Gold Contour Band.
Engagement Ring:
From the Gabriel & Co. line, the Charlina is a white or yellow gold engagement ring with a round 1.5ct – 2.0ct diamond and diamond floral detailing.
Wedding Bands:
For the Charlina ring, anything from the floral nouveau line would pair beautifully for a matching look like this 14K Yellow Gold Prong Set or this complementary and more distinctive 14K Yellow Gold Marquise and Round Station Open Diamond Anniversary Band.
Engagement Ring:
The Alesandra, also from Gabriel & Co., offers a modern take on a classic three-stone ring, representing past, present and future or God in the center with the couple on either side. This particular ring is available in white or yellow gold with a 1.5ct – 2.0ct round center stone.
Wedding Bands:
The Alesandra ring would be striking with a matching 14K Yellow Gold Bezel Oval 5 Stone Diamond Anniversary Band with 0.75 ct and also lovely with this slightly contrasting, yet still complementary 14K Yellow Gold 5mm Diamond Anniversary Cigar Band.
Popular Wedding Band Styles That Pair Beautifully with Engagement Rings
With your engagement ring as the starting point, you can explore different wedding band styles to complete your wedding set.
Classic Metal Bands
Without any additional diamonds, a simple metal band is timeless and appealing to couples who prefer a minimal look with all the focus on the engagement ring, like this 14K Plain Band.
Diamond Eternity or Half-Eternity Bands
This style can feature diamonds around the entire band or just part of the band, adding brilliance and balance to classic diamond solitaire engagement rings. A good example of this is the Romana from the Gabriel & Co. line, a 14K yellow gold channel prong set diamond eternity band with 0.95cts.
Pavé Diamond Bands
Named for French paved streets, pavé wedding bands have small diamonds set closely along the band, like this 14K 1/10ct Lab Grown Diamond Complete Wedding Band. It best complements engagement rings with several diamond accents, rather than one central stone.
Contoured or Curved Bands
Best for those looking for a matching style wedding set, contoured or curved bands are designed to fit closely around uniquely shaped engagement rings. If your engagement ring has a prominent center stone or halo design, this would be a good one to consider, like this 1/3ct 14K Yellow Gold Contour Band.
Stackable Bands
Some couples prefer to leave room to add anniversary bands later on or to dress up or down for different occasions. In those cases, slim bands that layer beautifully with your engagement ring will work best. Different patterns and style can be appealing in that case like this 14K Yellow Gold Criss Cross Diamond Stackable Ring or this 14K White Gold Diamond Stackable Ring from Gabriel & Co.
Practical Considerations When Choosing a Wedding Band
Ultimately, it’s also good to consider the different situations you might wear a ring and how it feels on your finger. Is it likely to catch on things? Do you prefer a flush fit or a slight gap between the two rings? You might also consider whether the rings rotate differently on your finger, in which case you may want to solder the two together. You also might want to keep them separate so you can choose to wear one at a time.
Let DeVons Concierge Help You Decide
If you’re still deciding which band feels right, our DeVons Concierge can provide personalized guidance to help you choose a wedding band that complements your engagement ring perfectly. Simply indicate your preferences through our online form and then book an appointment. Our experts will prepare personalized recommendations tailored to your vision, on your terms.
Why DeVons?
Our expert jewelers take great pleasure in getting to know your story to help guide your selection. It’s an important part of the unsurpassed service we are known for and essential to the DeVons Standard we strive to maintain. With our warranty program, we also hope to give you peace of mind in your purchase so you can shop and travel with confidence. Find a DeVons location near you.