Bliss Rings » Wedding Ring Design

Why Custom Wedding Rings Are Special

Silvya Curtis — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 06:08:13 +0000

Your wedding is a special event so your wedding rings should be special too. Custom wedding rings can sometimes cost a little more than mass produced wedding rings but since this is a once in a lifetime expense, custom wedding rings can represent everything that is unique about your relationship.

Many couples select a standard wedding ring design and customise it with engravings or other details that are specific to your personalities and relationship. Or, you can design custom wedding rings from scratch.

If you choose to have your ring made from scratch you need to think about the various metal options, the settings you may want to include and any unique design characteristics or engravings you want to incorporate into the custom wedding rings.

Important in considering your design is the size of the rings you need. A design that looks great on a larger band or a ring with a large or several gem stones may work for individuals with larger hands and fingers but will look ridiculous on a smaller more delicate finger. Most likely you will be ordering two rings in two different sizes so make sure you take both sizes into consideration when you are designing the rings.

If you are going to include a diamond or other gem stone into your custom wedding rings designs be sure to read up on how to choose a diamond. You will want to be familiar with the 4 C’s of diamonds: cut, clarity, caret, and colour so you can make an informed choice. If you are considering a different gemstone there are similar guides for selecting all gemstones.

Many couples designing custom wedding rings are looking for a unique gem stone like turquoise, topaz, garnets or tanzanite. Some custom wedding rings incorporate the couple’s birthstones in the design for a truly personalized ring.

Gold is a popular choice for custom wedding rings but there are other beautiful metals such as platinum, white gold, silver, titanium or even special gold shades such as rose or sage gold. If you have the right design you can use a combination of metals to create multi-coloured custom wedding rings.

Once you have a design in mind you need to find a jeweller to take your concept to reality. Bliss Rings provide a unique service that enables you to create a wedding ring that is perfect for you by customising the metal, pattern, finish and width of the majority of our designs.

You can even add or remove diamonds for that all important finishing touch. Our knowledgeable advisors will be able to guide you through this process and help you to select rings that are within your budget.

There is no additional charge for customising your wedding rings – which is why you can trust Bliss Rings to provide the UK’s best value custom made wedding rings.

Shaped Wedding Rings – Create the Perfect Match for your Engagement Ring

Silvya Curtis — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:26:34 +0000

A shaped wedding ring can be designed to fit perfectly next to your engagement ring. Here are some of the popular shaped wedding ring designs.

Twisted wedding rings

Shaped wedding rings are available with a single pinched twist at the top. The twist creates a V that enables it to fit alongside the setting of a solitaire gem engagement ring.

The styling detail of the twist – and its exact dimensions are customisable so that it can fit almost any type of engagement ring.

Wishbone wedding rings

The shape of a wishbone wedding ring helps it to sit correctly when worn with an engagement or eternity ring. The size and shape required for the wishbone V is dictated by the profile of the engagement ring. Wishbone rings work very well if your engagement ring has a large gem setting.

Wishbone rings can be made in almost any metal – and have diamonds incorporated into the design for a special touch.

Contoured wedding ring

Contoured wedding rings are custom made to snugly follow the shape of an engagement ring to give a seamlessly integrated appearance.

Your jeweller will typically take your engagement ring and from it produce a wedding band shape that follows the lines of the engagement ring.

An added benefit of well made contoured wedding rings is that they are more comfortable to wear and much less prone to pinching.

Contoured wedding rings set with dazzling diamonds are the perfect way to signify your everlasting love. You can choose the number of diamonds you want to be set in your ring according to your styling preference and budget.

At Bliss Rings, we offer a custom design service where help you to design a beautiful wedding ring based on the metal, finish and design details you require.

Our expert jewellers will craft the band to fit snugly together with your engagement ring. Find out more about our shaped wedding rings.

Hot Trends in Wedding Rings

Silvya Curtis — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 08:52:38 +0000

With almost limitless options available, choosing your wedding rings will be one of the toughest decisions you’ll make while planning your wedding.

To help, we’ve put together our list of the hottest trends we’re seeing right now in wedding ring design. In our list we’ve tried to avoid the gimmicks and pick out the trends that have some longevity.

So, here they are:

Unique Designs

The strongest trend we are seeing right now is that standard mass produced wedding rings are no longer acceptable to modern couples. These days, couples are demanding wedding rings that truly symbolise their own unique and enduring love.

For some, this means choosing an international design such as a Celtic, Arabic and Russian ring – all of which are becoming more popular as they become accessible to shoppers.

For others, a special personalisation such as an engraving on the inside or outside of the wedding rings. Wedding dates in roman numerals engraved on the outside surface of the wedding ring are very popular at the moment.

Bliss have helped many couples create truly unique rings by helping to customise the design, metal, finish, width and many other attributes of their rings.

Ergonomic Designs

Personalisation does not end with choosing decorative features that have special meaning to the wearer. A growing trend is to select a ring that is built to suit the wearer’s lifestyle.

In particular, the wearer’s levels of day to day activity or type of work are important considerations for a wedding ring to be comfortable and remain in good condition over the years. People that work more with their hands or spend time in the gym are considering more durable metals such as Platinum or Titanium – and are also choosing gemstone settings that are less prone to damage and loss of the stones.

Ergonomic shapes such as Court or Flat Court wedding rings are more comfortable and less prone to pinching than flat designs.

Right now, smart customers are demanding that ergonomic features are included in their designs so that their rings are both beautiful and comfortable to wear.

Modern Metals

Traditionally, yellow gold was the standard for ladies and gents wedding rings. In recent years white metals such as white gold and platinum have surpassed yellow gold in popularity.

Today, there is a dizzying array of metals to choose from, including relative newcomers to the wedding ring scene – palladium, titanium and tungsten. The selection is further broadened by rings that feature multiple metals or metal colours – or special finishes such as brushed, sandblasted and etched.

The biggest trend we are seeing is the rise in popularity of platinum. Although it is more expensive than white gold, platinum is more durable and has a heavier, more substantial feel. And perhaps because of its price, platinum carries more prestige over gold and palladium – making it the metal of choice for those unrestricted by budget.

Resurgence of Traditional Bands

Despite (or perhaps because of) the ever increasing range of options for wedding bands – and the increasing complexity of modern designs, we’ve seen that many couples are returning to simple, traditional wedding bands.

To many couples, plain bands best symbolise their eternal love and devotion for each other. Other features such as gemstones, special finishes and complex patterns can be saved for other items of jewellery.

Final Note

Your wedding rings are something that you should enjoy both on your wedding day and for decades to come – so be sure to select rings that will truly stand the test of time.

All Bliss Rings advisors are experienced and knowledgeable in helping couples to navigate the almost limitless range of options available – and ultimately select beautiful, timeless designs that match their individual style and budget.