Designer Wedding Bands

If you are looking for truly unique rings, designer wedding bands might be what you are looking for. These elegant rings tend to be exclusive and unusual. While they are more expensive than mass manufactured rings, designer rings are generally made from higher quality materials and often have superior workmanship.

Designer jewelry is often custom made. This means that you may have more choices in how your finished ring looks. At some showrooms you can choose:

• Width of the band
• Type of metal
• Inlays
• Engraving
• Images etched in the ring
• Various gemstones
• Various settings

The designer may use difficult techniques in creating rings. Some techniques are time consuming and not well known which makes his skill even rarer. He may also utilize unusual colors and cuts in the gemstones that are set into the ring.

Not only will you end up with an individualized ring, you may get a lot of individualized attention. The designer is likely to spend time with you and get to know your tastes and preferences. Best of all you will know that this symbol of your commitment to each other is as unique as your relationship.

There are a number of wedding ring designers and many have websites where you can view examples of their finished bands. Look at each design carefully and read about the designer and the processes he uses if that information is available. Try to get a feel for how passionate he is about his work, how satisfied past customers have been, and how open he is to making requested changes in his designs.

Browse this site for some of the most amazing designer wedding rings available. The rings are handmade and no mold is used. One of the most unusual styles on this site is the Mokume Puzzle Rings. These rings consist of two separate pieces that fit together like a puzzle creating a unique band.

They also show rings with customized phrases decorating the band. These phrases can be any special verse or saying that is meaningful. Krikawa has rings with musical notes, Chinese symbols, and other designs to make your wedding bands special. They also have the Mokume Gane design. This technique gives the ring a wood grain effect that is beautiful.

Artisan Rings showcases designers that work with ethically sourced, Fair Trade, and ethically sourced materials. There are several designers showcased at this site:

• Helen Chantler- These rings have a medieval look to them. Many of the designs seem to be inspired by Celtic and other ancient designs.
• Katherine Aberle- Her rings are lighter and more delicate than Chantler's. They encompass many cultures including Native American, Greek, and Celtic.
• Cred Jewelry- The rings from this designer have more of a contemporary flair. Cred is committed to eco-friendly jewelry and uses only the most ethically and responsibly produced materials in the world.
• Michelangelo Stanchi- This Italian designer is passionate about designing one of a kind jewelry. He apprenticed in Valenza, Italy. He comes from a long line of master goldsmiths and jewelers and creates beautiful wedding bands.

Robbins Wedding Bands has almost too many designers to count. There are hundreds of varieties of designer wedding bands pictured on these pages. Some of the highlights of this site are:

• Martin Flyer designs wedding bands that are resplendent with diamonds. These rings represent everything that is opulence and luxury.
• Gelin and Abaci create contemporary styles like this two toned wedding band with heart cut outs.
• Kiwi Gold has a collection of rings that are inspired by the Maori wood carvings. These detailed bands have antique finishes and intricate details.

Working with a local designer is easier in many ways than commissioning a ring from someone far away. You can visit with him in person. You are able to try on various ring styles to see how they will look on your finger. If there is a problem you can deal with it in person rather than through email and phone calls, and finally it is just more personal.

To find a designer locally ask at the better jewelry stores in your area. They often deal with wholesalers and designers and so are aware of who is in the area and what they are doing. You will pay quite a bit more for designer wedding bands, however if you can afford them you will have a unique piece of jewelry that may well become a family heirloom.

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