How To Match Your Wedding Ring To Your Engagement Ring
Together forever like the two of you, finding a wedding ring to match your engagement ring is so important. After all, it’s a reminder of your special day and a symbol of your everlasting love, so it needs to feel right and look good. But if curating the perfect wedding ring stack is harder than it seems, then we’re here to help.
Wondering what’s the best wedding band for vintage engagement rings? How to find the right stackable wedding ring? Or if your engagement ring and wedding band should sit flush together? Then you’re in the right place, as we answer your questions and give you our top tips on how to create the perfect bridal set. If you’re looking for the most loved styles right now, discover Our Wedding Ring Trends For 2024 for more inspiration.
Get ringspiration
Starting with your engagement ring. It’s sparkling right in front of you, and we know you probably can’t take your eyes of it, so pay attention to all the details. You already have the base ready to build up your wedding ring stack, and most of the time choosing a wedding ring to complement it just comes down to personal preference.
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“Featuring our wedding rings and my engagement ring all from @beaverbrooksthejewellers, so perfect.” - @living_lifeandstyle
Looking for a glamorous wed-fit? Pair your dazzling diamond engagement ring with a bold diamond wedding ring, or match a coloured gemstone engagement ring with our coloured gemstone wedding rings. For more birthstone inspiration, discover Our Favourite Gemstone Engagement Rings And Jewellery and our Birthstone Jewellery Guide.
“Think about the style that’s going to complement your engagement ring the most. For example, those with a ring that has plain set shoulders might want a matching plain wedding band for an understated look, but opting for a diamond wedding ring gives you a classic look for statement sparkle.” - Lorna, Head of Diamonds & Jewellery.
Style tip: Keep in mind you may want an eternity ring in the future, so try to visualise this when planning your wedding ring stack. A meaningful gift, our Eternity Ring Buying Guide explains when to buy one, how you wear them and the meaning behind them.
Match your metals
One of the most asked questions is if your wedding ring has to be the same precious metal as your engagement ring. At Beaverbrooks, we would always recommend that you go for the same precious metals in your wedding ring stack so that they wear the same; if you have two different metals, the harder metal will in time wear away the softer metal.
From our exclusive Starlit by Beaverbrooks diamond collection, we love this Starlit Platinum Diamond Half Eternity Ring and this Starlit Platinum Diamond Half Eternity Wedding Ring to match with this Starlit Platinum Diamond Solitaire Ring. Sculpted in polished platinum and boasting a constellation of sparkle, these diamond rings feature a unique shared setting, giving the illusion of a scalloped edge.
For the wedding ring stack of dreams, you could also go for a ready-paired bridal set to get the perfect wed-fit, like this Platinum Diamond Bridal Set or Entwine 18ct Gold Diamond Set from our exclusive Entwine by Beaverbrooks diamond collection. These engagement and wedding rings that fit together flawlessly are truly a match made in heaven.
“Also, pay attention to the hallmark on your engagement ring if you’re unsure of its metal. This will help you to match it to your wedding ring. Hallmarks tell us the metal and fineness of the piece, shown as the amount of pure metal as parts per thousand. For example, platinum has a fineness standard of 950, 9ct gold is 375, and 18ct gold is 750.” - Lorna, Head of Diamonds & Jewellery.
If you need some more advice you can book an appointment with one of our expert advisors.
Choose a style that sits perfectly
Plain band? Diamond set? Shaped? The list is endless when it comes to choosing a wedding ring style but knowing which will fit with your engagement ring is difficult. Our beautiful diamond collections such as Starlit by Beaverbrooks and Entwine by Beaverbrooks have matching wedding rings and engagement rings, and every one of our engagement rings is crafted with our wedding rings in mind. When it comes to creating our wedding rings, we look at every element of our engagement rings to create the perfect wed-fit. From their precious metals and styles to how all the diamonds match each other. You’re sure to find a wedding ring for a fully flush finish.
Engagement rings with a high setting will sit next to a straight flat style nicely, whereas some cluster or halo engagement rings, might need a shaped wedding band to fit around its centre stone.
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“I have fallen in love with this 18ct White Gold Shaped Wedding Ring from @beaverbrooksthejewellers. I want a little dip to fit my pear shape ring in, and this just fits perfectly. I love that they look like leaves, so for me that fits into our autumnal theme wedding as well!.” - @mrsmartin_comingsoon
If you’re thinking of combining your wedding and engagement rings, our diamonds and silhouettes rings are for you. Beautifully crafted so they look perfect together, slide your engagement ring between the bands so that the design frames your engagement ring. This elegant look blends your wedding ring, engagement ring and eternity ring all in one. We love this Platinum Diamond Silhouette Ring for both its dazzling diamond style.
If you’re looking for more styles to embrace your individuality, discover Our Favourite Unique Wedding Rings For Him & Her.
Wondering which width is best?
Most people wonder whether your engagement ring and wedding band should be the same width. If you’re wanting to create a balanced look, then going for the same width is the best, but it’s not to say you have to. In fact, it used to be on-trend to have a wedding ring much wider in width than your engagement ring!
Our Couple’s Rings collection consists of unisex styles, crafted to be matched with your partner, for a truly special sentiment. Whether you’d choose diamond-set or plain, each style comes in a variety of widths so you can find the perfect wed-fit and feel. This Platinum Wedding Ring has a beautifully textured finish and a delicate width of 3mm.
If you want to go bold, then this Platinum Wedding Ring has a ring width of 6mm and would pair beautifully with a dainty solitaire diamond. It’s a timeless backdrop for a wedding ring stack.
Bring your vision to life
Finally, we’d recommend you try on your wedding ring before you buy. You’re going to be wearing these rings together forever so they have to be right for you. Book a personal appointment with our in-store experts and they will advise you on the precious metals, styles and wedding bands that fit perfectly with your engagement ring - enjoy refreshments whilst you try them on together and see how your new bridal set is going to look.
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“Did a little Eternity ring shopping today 💍 20 years together forever to go ❤️” - @suzanjulie_beauty
If you can’t make it into store, our Customer Services & Sales Team can help find you the perfect wedding ring to match your engagement ring online. Contact us today and start a Live Chat.
Tick a few more things off your wedding planner and sort out gifts for the whole wedding party with The Wedding Edit, or find the perfect bridal jewellery for your big day in our Bridal Jewellery Edit. For more help with your wedding rings, our Wedding Ring Trends For 2024, and Wedding Ring Buying Guide have everything you need to know.
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