Choosing the Right Band
Weddings are among the most special events of our lives and we go well beyond ourselves to get everything right for the day. There are, however, a few things that last long after the event itself has passed and it's important to get those right. Weddings bands are like that.
At Lila's we have a COMPREHENSIVE CONSULTATION when it comes to choosing your rings, so we make sure you are happy with your choice. We all sit down, discuss the different options, you can browse through the rings in stock and try out our wedding band samples. All wedding bands are made specially to order in the UK either from recycled metal (gold, silver, platinum) or FAIRTRADE GOLD
Classic wedding bands are the most popular ones as their simplicity makes them loved for life, regardless of trends and age, and a lot easier to match against other types of jewellery or outfits.
Here’s what we usually consider when choosing a band:
Metal
At Lila’s we can make bands out of silver, palladium, 9ct gold, 18ct gold and platinum. All bands are made to order in UK either from recycled or Fairtrade Fairmined Gold.
Profile
Profile refers to the shape of a cross section of the band. There are four profiles we use for our bands:
Width
Our wedding bands are usually between 2mm and 6mm wide, but should you wish to have your band wider or narrower than this, we can certainly accommodate your wishes. Ladies often prefer the 2mm– 3mm width, while the 4mm-5mm range is regularly the choice for the gents. The advantage of having an in-store consultation is that you can try out the samples and see what is the most appealing and comfortable width for you.
Size
All of the above factors are quite straightforward to choose once you've seen the samples and tried them on. With size, however, you need a bit of time and careful consideration and although there are different sizing guides like this one, we highly recommend that you come to our store and have your fingers measured by one of our specialists. Size can vary quite a bit depending on the width of the band (the wider the band, the bigger the size), the position of the ring on the finger (if you wear it next to the engagement ring, either under or above) or the particularities of your finger's shape (prominent or inconspicuous knuckles).
Finish
The finish is the outer texture of the band and there are quite a few options. We usually provide the wedding bands in two finishes: high polish and brushed, but we can provide alternatives such as hammered or reticulated. Please note that polished and matt finish are temporary and will wear away eventually - high polish will dull down and matt will polish up. Both can be redone upon request.
Last Considerations
If you wear the wedding band against the engagement ring it is advisable you stick to the same metal for both rings. The tougher metal will erode the softer one, which in time will cause damage to softer band or engagement ring. We have seen numerous gold rings with claws completely damaged because of the platinum wedding bands that were worn next to them.
Consider if you’d like any stones set in the band, how many and what size. Another simple way to make a band more distinct is to add a groove or two. And there is always the option of personalising your band with an engraving, a sweet message or maybe just the date of that special day.
Also, if you think the standard bands are not really an option for your creative soul, then take a look at our bespoke service and give us a call. We like a good challenge! Below, you'll find our sample wedding bands on a model.
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