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RussellR February 9, 2010

What are my options for a modern men's wedding ring?

I am about to shop for a wedding band for my future husband. I thought of buying him a fashionable ring instead of the dull gold bands that are so common. What are some popular modern rings for men? I want my husband to by stylin'!

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MalcolmD February 16, 2010

Traditional men's wedding bands are often made or plated with yellow or white gold. The band is usually plain (isn't set with any gemstone) and it has no embellishments or engravings. Modern men's wedding rings are more versatile. They come in a myriad of shapes, sizes and styles. Modern style wedding rings are made out of an assortment of metals, ranging from gold to platinum, silver to tungsten. In addition, the bands are often set with colored gemstones and diamonds, which give the ring a bit of flare. When it comes to modern style wedding rings, innovation is the key. Band designs are incorporating elements such as engravings of a variety of patterns into the band, or adorning the band with metal and gemstone embellishes. Modern wedding rings are stunning and chic, they are a beautiful alternative to the traditional, conservative look.

PaulA February 15, 2010

There are many design and style options among modern men's wedding rings. If your guy wants a rather simple band and doesn't desire for a shiny gold ring, you can buy him a nice titanim band - More original and interesting than a traditional band, but still rather modest. If you see your husband with a more prominent ring you can always look for a band with gemstones or diamonds, though such a ring could make it harder for him to keep it on permenantly. Tungsten carbide is a metal which is recently quite popular in men's wedding rings. It gives a modern look to a man's ring, though its still very masculine.

ToddZ February 12, 2010

Have you considered getting your man a fancy colored diamond engagement ring? If you're looking for something innovative and unique then you can't go wrong with these stunning gemstones. You could have your guy's wedding ring set with a myriad of colorful diamonds and gemstones. I know what you're thinking: colorful diamonds? Won't the ring look feminine? Not necessarily! You could choose diamonds with neutral colors, or 'masculine' colors, such as black diamonds, green diamonds, or blue diamonds. You could even incorporate these fancy colored diamonds into a cool, stylish setting, like a cluster or a flush setting, which array the diamonds in complex geometrical shapes. The combination of the diamonds' vivid colors with innovative setting patterns will not only give your man's wedding ring a modern feel, but will look astounding!

JohnI February 12, 2010

Are you sure he would appreciate such a surprise. Most men like to keep their wedding band simple and convinient. Not enough that they have to wear it for the rest of their lives (they aren't used to wearing heavy stones like us women), you want to add some extra complexity?