While engagement rings universally symbolize love, marriage, and partnership, they are one of two rings commonly associated with marriage.
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Do Women Wear Wedding Bands?
Engagement rings, typically adorned with beautiful gemstones, are given during a marriage proposal and worn from that moment onward. In contrast, wedding bands (or wedding rings) are exchanged between partners during the wedding ceremony. While the terms wedding band and wedding ring are now used interchangeably, they historically had distinct meanings, with wedding bands originally being simple metal rings worn by men.
As traditions evolved, women began wearing wedding bands as well. Over time, the plain wedding band evolved to incorporate more decorative and feminine styles, eventually becoming the wedding ring. Although wedding rings typically lack the central stone found in engagement rings, they often feature decorative accents such as diamonds or gemstones. Despite their historical distinctions, there are no strict rules about which ring a person can wear.
Wedding Band versus Engagement Ring Placement
During the wedding ceremony, many brides move their engagement rings to their right hand and later return them to their left hand, stacking both rings on the same finger. Traditionally, the wedding band is worn closer to the base of the finger, symbolizing the closeness of the commitment.
While stacking rings on one finger is common, there are various ways to wear them. Wedding bands are typically more understated, often without a central diamond or prominent gemstone, making them practical for daily wear. Some prefer to wear their wedding band daily and reserve their engagement ring for special occasions, considering its flashier nature.
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Many jewelers offer engagement rings and wedding bands as a set for a coordinated look, but personal preference reigns supreme. Some couples opt to purchase wedding bands separately or later. While matching metals is common, mixing metals is a stylish option. Men’s wedding bands often feature multiple metal choices, which can inspire similar choices for the bride’s rings, adding a romantic and trendy touch.
If you prefer to select a wedding band separately from your engagement ring, explore our expertly curated selection below. Our carefully chosen options provide an excellent starting point for creating your ideal engagement set. Alternatively, consult our ring style descriptions where we often suggest complementary matches.
Pave and Milgrain Diamond Engagement Ring
This classic engagement ring features a subtle milgrain border and showcases 0.09 carats of pave-set accent diamonds. It complements beautifully with our Milgrain Pave Diamond Women's Band.
Milgrain Pave Diamond Women's Band
This delicate women’s wedding band mirrors the exquisite milgrain and pave-set accent diamonds found in the Pave and Milgrain Diamond Engagement Ring, creating a charming wedding set.
Classic Four Prong Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring
A perennial favorite, this best-selling 4-prong engagement ring setting elegantly highlights your stunning solitaire diamond.
Petite Pave Diamond Women's Wedding Band
The beautiful simplicity of this band, with its elegant row of pave-set diamonds, perfectly complements our Classic Four Prong Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring, creating an unforgettable engagement ring set.
Braided Row Diamond Engagement Ring
This dazzling ring showcases braided rows of 0.17 carats of accent diamonds, creating a stunning backdrop for your finely set center stone.
Weaved Women's Diamond Wedding Band
Featuring a mesmerizing weaving pattern of accent diamonds, this wedding band perfectly complements the stunning braided rows of diamonds in our Braided Row Diamond Engagement Ring.
Pave Edged Diamond Engagement Ring
This ring features an elevated center that adds a modern twist, accented by two rows of pave-set diamonds.
Pave Edged Diamond Wedding Band
Featuring pave-edged diamonds splitting a high-polish metal center, this wedding band is the ideal complement to transform our Pave-Edged Diamond Engagement Ring into an extraordinary engagement set.
Double Row Diamond Engagement Ring
This petite setting is adorned with two rows of pave-set diamonds along its upper half.
Double Row Diamond Women's Wedding Band
This wedding band echoes the double row of diamonds found in our Double Row Diamond Engagement Ring, completing a stunning wedding set.