A guide to finding the perfect women’s rings for any occasion

The great thing about women’s rings is that they come in all shapes and sizes, not to mention being customisable, boasting their own style and being as eye-catching or subtle as the lady prefers. When it comes to finding a good ring for any occasion, there are many things to consider – and in this article, we’ll be taking a look at some of them.

Material

One of the first things to consider when choosing a ring is the material that it is made from. Like with men’s rings, women’s rings also come in a range of materials and a good place to start your search is right here. The material used when making a ring will define its maintenance, functionality and even comfort; for example, stainless steel boasts the longest resilience to the elements and silver features its own anti-bacterial properties. Gold on the other hand will require the most cleaning, but there’s nothing quite like the precious shine of polished gold.

Colour

Regardless of the material used, the colour of the ring can be entirely unique, allowing you to choose a tone that suits the occasion. Even silver can be gold plated and there are several types of gold as well (rose, yellow, white). For rings to suit any event or occasion however, we find that the simpler the tone, the more effective the piece. This isn’t to say that a two-tone ring wouldn’t be a great solution; in fact, we’ve seen many attention-grabbing rings that are half gold, half silver.

Appearance

The appearance of a ring doesn’t just refer to the colour, it’s also the style, how any gemstones are laid and the overall finish. Some rings feature big, bold embellishments and crowns, whereas others are simpler, like bands that are a solid piece of metal and polished to a high shine. The appearance can be important to think about, because how your ring looks will either match your outfit or stick out like a sore thumb. Another thing to consider with the appearance is that both gold and silver colours are good for matching clothing, but studies have shown that silver, white gold and platinum tones are far more neutral than bolder, yellow-gold alternatives.

Band or embellished?

This brings us to our conclusion – should you go for a plain band, which is capable of matching the majority of clothing and outfits, as well as suiting a wide variety of occasions, or should you choose a more lavish alternative? The truth is that the choice is all yours. Where bands are perfect at blending into an outfit, they can also be fairly simple.

On the other hand, a more elaborate ring can be eye-catching, elegant and really provide a focal point for conversation. You could always choose both styles and change between them, but that defeats the purpose of buying one perfect ring for all occasions. In our opinion, a band that also has an embedded gemstone inside can be the best of both worlds, but our style doesn’t have to match yours – and that’s why you’ll get to enjoy the option of having so many different types of rings to choose from.

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