Wedding band stacking has become a popular trend, offering a versatile and personalized way to wear multiple rings. This trend allows individuals to mix and match various bands to create a unique and evolving look that can commemorate special occasions, and milestones, or simply reflect personal style.
Consider Your Engagement Ring Setting
Consider Your Engagement Ring Setting
There are so many different types of engagement rings, and they all have their own unique charm! While there are many different stone settings, they generally fall into two main categories: high-profile settings and low-profile settings. Both of these settings have different characteristics, so it’s important to know which one your engagement ring is in. This will help you stack your engagement ring and wedding band correctly, and make sure you’re getting the most out of your jewelry!
High & Low Profile Setting
High & Low Profile Setting
- A high-profile setting means the center stone is set outside the band, therefore, it allows the wedding bands to sit underneath it well.
- This setting allows the engagement ring to fit a variety of wedding bands, which means you can stack whichever kind of wedding band you want!
- A low-profile setting means the stone setting gallery is set inside the band.
- An engagement ring in this setting cannot work well with a straight wedding band as the stone setting gallery makes a big gap with the wedding band.
- It’s best to stack a low-set engagement ring with curved or open wedding bands.
- Low-profile setting means the stone setting gallery is set inside the band.
- Low-profile setting cannot work well with a straight wedding band as the stone setting gallery makes a big gap with the wedding band.
- Low-profile setting engagement rings needs to be paired with curved or open wedding bands.
If you haven’t purchased an engagement ring yet, we would recommend opting for a high-profile setting. This will leave room for wedding bands to be easily paired with it.
Types of Wedding Bands
Types of Wedding Bands
Through the above, you should be able to roughly figure out what kind of setting your engagement ring is! Next, let’s get to learn about the wedding band types and find out the best fit!
1. Straight bands
1. Straight bands
Besides complementing engagement rings, straight bands are also great to wear alone. This type of wedding band is ideal for engagement rings with high-profile settings, offering a perfect match. However, they are not well-suited for low-profile engagement rings. Other than that, straight bands can be broadly categorized into anniversary, eternity, and solid bands.
- Solid bands are made from a single type of metal, making them durable and timeless. Unique finishes such as matte, brushed, hammered or satin add subtle detail to the simple design.
- Anniversary bands are those in which the stones are set only 1/3, 1/2, or 3/4 of a band. This kind of band keeps the ring shining and comfortable at the same time.
- Eternity bands are usually defined by a continuous line of identically cut gemstones or a specific pattern that encircle the entire band, symbolizing an unbreakable bond and eternal togetherness.
2. Open Bands
2. Open Bands
Open bands have a gap or opening in the front, the open design sometimes allows for slight sizing adjustments for a more flexible fit. When stacking with low-profile setting engagement rings, consider the size of the opening to accommodate the widened portion of the band.
3. Curved Bands
3. Curved Bands
2. Open Bands
2. Open Bands
Open bands have a gap or opening in the front, the open design sometimes allows for slight sizing adjustments for a more flexible fit. When stacking with low-profile setting engagement rings, consider the size of the opening to accommodate the widened portion of the band.
3. Curved Bands
3. Curved Bands
Curved bands are designed to fit perfectly against an engagement ring, thus enhancing the overall look of the ring set. The V-shaped band works well with center stones with sharp edges, such as a kite cut or marquise cut. The U-shaped or gentle curved band works well with round, oval, and other cuts with rounded edges.
4. Enhancer Bands
4. Enhancer Bands
Enhancer bands consist of two bands welded together, into the center of which the engagement ring snaps, creating a coherent and harmonious look. When stacking, make sure the space between the two bands can accommodate your engagement ring.
Other Essentials
Other Essentials
Mixing metal colors creates contrasting tones. And if you’re going to mix different metal colors, we recommend sticking to the same fineness (karat). That way, your rings won’t rub against each other. If you stack a 14-karat gold ring with an 18-karat gold ring, the 18-karat gold rings have a higher gold content, making them softer and easier to scratch.
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2. Color of Stones
2. Color of Stones
Matching Center Stones
Matching Center Stones
A consistent color theme for the center stone creates a cohesive look. For example, if your engagement ring features an emerald, choose a wedding band with emeralds or stones with similar colors to echo the hue of the center stone.
Matching Accent Stones
Matching Accent Stones
If your engagement ring has side stones, consider a wedding band with similar colored gemstones to create a cohesive look. For example, if the engagement ring has pink sapphire and amethyst side stones, a wedding band with smaller pink sapphire and amethyst side stones can tie the ring set together seamlessly.
Creating Contrasting Colors
Creating Contrasting Colors
Don’t be afraid to mix unconventional colors for a unique look. Two stones of completely different colors can create a strong contrast and add to each other.
3. Style Matching
3. Style Matching
Whether you prefer a classic, modern, or vintage look, making sure both rings complement each other will create a harmonious and beautiful bridal set. For example, choosing bands with similar engagement ring details, such as milgrain edges or intricate engravings, can create a complete look. A simple engagement ring can be paired with a ornate band, or vice versa, to strike a balance between simplicity and detail. If your engagement ring has a nature theme, consider choosing a band that echoes it.
Conclusion:
Conclusion:
Wedding band stacking is a fun and creative way to wear multiple rings. At MollyJewelryUS, we have endless combinations and styles to choose from, so you can create a wedding band stack that is truly unique to you. Not only does it add visual interest and dimension to your jewelry, but it’s also a meaningful way to commemorate life’s special moments and express your individual style.