I know some people whose wedding rings were an unadorned gold/silver/copper (or some similar combination of metals) braid. Very nice and not tacky at all.
That is my approach to such situations. Not that I’m frequently shopping for engagament rings mind you. Just for birthdays, Christmas, etc. I perambulate until I see the “right” whatever.
poesy rings are nifty if they can spell out something that is special to y’all. a pet name or beloved’s name.
how 'bout a mix of birthstones? or the birthstone of the planned wedding? or chinese year signs if y’all are one of the niftier ones, ie dragon or rat? a chicken and pig may not look as cool in a ring. small stones could be the eyes.
Your style is yours and your sarcastic undertone is not appreciated. I described my style and was asking others for ideas that would fit in with that - NOT advice on the easiest way to get a ring and have (or not have) a wedding, thank you.
Anyways, for all those who have provided some descriptions and/or links - Thank you! And keep them coming!
I heard someone once tell the story (it might have been here on the Dope, not sure) that he and his wife had tattoos around the base of their left ring fingers and plain bands on top of them. That way, even when they took their rings off, they still had rings on. I thought it was a lovely sentiment.
We got our wedding rings from www.titaniumconcepts.com - they have gold inlay rings (ours are titanium with silver inlay). Designwise, they are very plain though.
You might also consider Palladium, a Platinum Group Metal that most people cannot distinguish from platinum, at a cost comparable to white gold. My e-ring was custom made for me at moissaniteco.com … they were very reasonably priced, excellent service, and have lots of designs if you don’t want to do custom (I prefer not to wear diamonds).
My vote is for the Edwardian style. That shit’s comin’ back strong these days. It’s a bitch to keep clean, but a feeling of comfort washes over me when I see that stuff. I think because my mom had a necklace in that style that I will probably be able to wear when my dad is gone.
If you can afford it, skip the silver and go with platinum. Also, something I learned when Mr. K gave me my anniversary ring…the better pieces always have a platinum mount. It highlights the stone better. My wedding set was purchased in Paupersville and does not have the platinum. The difference is striking.
I love all my jewelry from these folks. (It might be the same company as the one silenus linked to … the url seems similar but not quite)
They are great to work with and receptive to custom orders and can help you figure out what you want (“Um, I want something that looks like that but different … but I don’t know what exactly…”)
PS Please do not let the cheesy web site influence your opinion too much! It’s terrible, I know.
