By: Ask Bill
Submitted: 2010-04-27 19:03:39 | Word Count: 606
Looking for a wedding band? Congratulations on making one of your life's most important decisions. Now, where and how do you start when choosing the most important wedding jewelry? A wedding ring can be made from different metals, with silver, gold and platinum being the most common and popular choices. Silver is the most affordable. However, it is soft and prone to discolouration. Platinum, on the other hand, is the most precious and correspondingly the most expansive material. That is why gold wedding jewelry is a very popular choice.
14 karat and 18 karat gold is most commonly used for gold wedding jewelry as it will not tarnish. 14 karat gold is extremely durable and has a rich colour and lustre. 18 karat gold is slightly softer and more easily scratched but it has a richer colour compared to the 14 karat gold.
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Gold comes in two colours, white and yellow gold. White gold goes well with a pure white wedding gown. White gold band matched with diamonds such as the 14 karat White Gold Diamond ring is a favourite that never goes out of style. Ice.com gold bridal collection offers a good range of white gold diamond rings. If you prefer something simple and contemporary, have a look at the white gold ring matched with a single round, emerald or princess-cut diamond. If you prefer something even more sparkly, opt for the classic 3-stone design.
Gold wedding rings are just as popular. The gold colour goes well with an ivory gown as it highlights the creamy and warm hue of the fabric. Sears also has a wide selection of rings in both white and yellow gold. In addition, it has a combination of the two, known as Two Tone Gold which is all the rage this season. Check out its vibrant Marquise and Taper cut Diamond Bridal Set in 14 karat Two Tone Gold. The trillion solitaire set amidst marquise and tapered cut diamonds is bound to gain appreciative or even envious glances. The diamonds are slotted in a 14 karat gold band to form the engagement ring and it comes with a complementary wedding band. Alternatively, the Celestial Star Round Diamond Bridal Set will also capture the splendour of your wedding day. The round diamond solitaire is set with side stones and the design details are carried onto the complementary wedding band. What a perfect match.
For the younger bride and groom, Zales gold bridal designs include an interesting Engraved Diamond Engagement Cross Ring in 14 karat gold ring. The colour from the white diamond, yellow gold and black engraving is a unique combination. For those who prefer white gold, Zales also offer the Enhanced Champange Diamond Pave Band in 14 karat white gold band. If you really want to stand out and be different, check out the Zales Enhance Black Diamond Pave Band in 14 karat white gold. Yes, you read it right, black diamonds instead of the usual sparkling white ones. What an interesting look.
Gold never goes out of style and what's more, it is an investment as the prices of gold continually increases. So if there is one item you would want to splurge on your wedding, it should be your gold wedding ring. After all, this is one item that you would be wearing and looking at every day after your wedding and your ring will serve as a wonderful reminder of your other half. Don't be overwhelmed with all the different styles available. With the internet, it is so easy to browse through all the great designs to choose your perfect wedding wear.
