Traditionally, wedding rings are the plainest choice, a simple gold band. Would you say this is still the case or has it changed?

When many people think of wedding rings, what comes to mind is a simple gold band of metal that hugs our mother’s ring finger.

In the past simple gold wedding bands were what most couples went for when purchasing their wedding rings. Nowadays, due to changes in style, technology, culture and the economy, couples have a wider variety of wedding rings to choose from. Instead of going for the simple gold ring, couples have the chance to go for rings that are now embellished with diamonds or rings that have a mixture of metal tones and settings.

Nevertheless, even though new styles are available I do believe that the simple gold band is still one of the most popular choices for wedding rings.

Do you see a difference between the preference of older and younger couples?

When it comes to buying a wedding ring I do not believe that a couple’s age typically affects the type of band that they choose. Instead, I believe that a couple’s style tends to have a greater influence on their purchasing decision.

Couples who are more traditional and conservative tend to go for a simple and plainer wedding band, perhaps a standard gold ring. On the other hand, couples who tend to be more daring and fashion forward are more inclined towards purchasing wedding bands that are slightly more modern and that have a design that reflects their unique personal flair.

Which metal is the most popular and what are their options to mix?

The most popular metal for wedding rings is probably white gold. Many couples tend to go for a white gold wedding band, often accompanied by small diamonds.

How much before the wedding should couples shop around?

Finding the perfect ring plays a major part in every wedding. It is important for couples to dedicate a good amount of time towards looking around and finding the perfect rings for their special day.

I suggest that couples should start having a look at different rings from at least three months prior to their big day.

In this way they can have a good look at their different options, get a better idea of what exactly it is that they are after, narrow down their alternatives and eventually revisit those particular rings that caught their eye. If couples are keen to go ahead and have their wedding rings custom-made, they should obviously start shopping around from much before, since having a ring designed and made from scratch will take longer than simply choosing a readymade ring.

Do men also give importance to wedding rings?

A couple’s style tends to have a great influence on their purchasing decision

From my own experiences at Vascas I can say that men do give importance to shopping around and finding their wedding ring. Most people tend to associate wedding rings typically with the bride, rather than the groom. Both tradition and modern culture puts plenty of emphasis around the idea surrounding the pretty female wedding ring as opposed to the plainer and simpler wedding band of the groom.

Nevertheless, men do take pride and pleasure in choosing a wedding ring that not only matches with their partner’s, but which also reflects their own style.

How much should a couple budget for a good wedding ring?

There is no standard rule with the amount of money one should spend on a wedding ring as this varies for every couple. Couples may find a suitable wedding band with a budget of €150. However, prices tend to increase depending on the ring’s qualities and characteristics. Whatever a couple’s budget is they can be rest assured that when purchasing their wedding bands from one of our outlets our sales team will ensure that they are getting the utmost value out of their budget.

What kind of wedding rings does Vascas offer?

We have a vast selection; customers can choose from handmade wedding rings and a collection of rings by popular Italian brand Anteo Gioelli. They also have the option to have their rings custom-made according to their own style and wishes.

Do you have any designs that are particularly popular and why?

The most popular wedding ring design is probably a simple white gold band. Couples then have the tendency to add on certain extra features such as a few diamonds for that extra sparkle.

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