There are certain moments in wedding planning that make everything suddenly feel real. Finding the venue. Sending the invitations. Seeing your names together on the stationery. Then there is the moment you choose the rings you will exchange on your wedding day.
Your wedding rings are small in size, but enormous in meaning. Long after the flowers have faded and the last slice of cake has disappeared, they will still be with you, worn every day as a reminder of the promises you made to one another.
So, when should you buy your wedding rings?
At Lover’s Rock, we believe this is one part of wedding planning that deserves time to be enjoyed, rather than squeezed into the final few weeks before the big day.
When Is the Best Time to Buy Wedding Rings?
As a general guide, we recommend starting your search a year before your wedding.
This gives you time to explore different designs, metals, widths and finishes without feeling rushed. It also allows for sizing and any personal touches you might want to add.
If you are considering something individually designed or made especially for you, starting earlier is even better. After all, choosing your wedding rings should feel like part of your love story, not another job to tick off the wedding checklist.
Why Give Yourselves Plenty of Time?
It can be tempting to think choosing a wedding ring will be simple. Then you begin looking and discover just how many beautiful possibilities there are.
Do you love the warmth of yellow gold, the romance of rose gold or the timeless appearance of platinum? Would you prefer a beautifully simple band or something set with diamonds? Should your wedding ring sit flush against your engagement ring, or would a shaped design complement it better?
For men’s wedding rings in Thame, there are choices to make too. Width, profile, metal and finish can completely change the character of a ring. Someone who has never worn jewellery before may also want a little time to discover what feels most comfortable and natural on their hand.
Our wedding ring collection includes classic profiles alongside diamond-set designs, giving couples plenty of inspiration when finding rings that feel like their own.
Should Your Wedding Ring Match Your Engagement Ring?
It does not have to, but considering the two rings together can help you create a combination you will adore wearing.
Your engagement ring and wedding ring will potentially sit side by side for decades, so we recommend looking at how their shapes, proportions and metals work together.
Sometimes the perfect partner is a beautifully understated band that lets your engagement ring take centre stage. For other brides, a sparkling diamond-set wedding band completes the look.
If a traditional straight band does not sit quite right with your engagement ring, a shaped or bespoke design can offer a more considered fit.
This is another reason to begin shopping early. You have the freedom to explore rather than simply choosing whatever can be ready quickest.
What If You Want Something Completely Personal?
Your wedding ring is one of the most personal pieces of jewellery you will ever own, so there is no reason it has to look like anyone else's.
Choosing to design your own wedding ring gives you the opportunity to create something that reflects your relationship and your individual style. Perhaps you have a particular metal in mind, want a distinctive shape or would love to incorporate diamonds into the design.
For couples searching for bespoke wedding rings in Thame, beginning the process several months before the wedding gives you time to consider the details and enjoy seeing your ideas become something you will eventually wear every day.
There is something wonderfully romantic about knowing your wedding ring was created with your story in mind.
Can You Buy Your Wedding Rings Too Early?
There is really no such thing as being too organised, particularly if you have found rings you both love.
Buying early means one important detail is taken care of and safely waiting for the wedding day. It can also give you more freedom to choose something bespoke or personalised without worrying about deadlines.
The main consideration is sizing. Fingers can change over time and can even feel different depending on temperature, so accurate sizing is an important part of choosing your rings.
Make Choosing Your Rings Part of the Experience
Wedding planning can become incredibly busy, but choosing your rings deserves to be one of the moments you remember.
Make a day of it. Come together, try on styles you might never have considered and discover what feels right. You do not even have to choose matching rings. Your rings can be completely different while still representing exactly the same promise.
At Lover’s Rock, our showroom is in Watlington, South Oxfordshire, and visits are by appointment, giving you the opportunity to explore your options and find rings that feel right for you.
Because ultimately, there is no wedding ring that matters more than the one that becomes your wedding ring.
Find Your Forever Rings with Lover’s Rock
Your wedding day lasts for a moment. Your rings are designed to stay with you through everything that comes afterwards. Explore our wedding ring collection or book an appointment with Lover’s Rock to begin creating the rings you will wear for a lifetime.
