Category: Wedding Bands

8 Wedding Bands We’ve Totally Fallen in Love with in 2021
It’s the first day of February, friends – head tilt, for real? – and that means we’ve officially segued into National Love Month! We’re still a few weeks away from Valentine’s Day, but since we rounded up our favorite engagement ring trends in our last post, we figured it was a great time to muse over the rings that come next: wedding rings, one of the most iconic symbols of love there is.

We’ll absolutely get to the best trends in bands, but first, we hoped we could revisit the meaning and sentimentality behind these v. important pieces of jewelry. On your wedding day, you’ll recite vows and exchange rings that represent the enduring nature of your love. They’re circular, because your love is the same: cyclical, neverending, and all-encompassing. With such a storied explanation, you would think, then, that wedding bands get the same hype and excitement as engagement rings do – but the parity isn’t quite there.

As such, we wanted to use this time to flip the narrative a little bit and make sure all of you who are engaged and planning weddings put just as much energy into finding your forever rings [as the engagement ring quest called for]. Remember when you were little and you and your best friends had friendship bracelets (probably even had a BFF ceremony of sorts before you started wearing them)? Well, your wedding rings are the adult equivalent, just a whole lot nicer and emblematic.

What we love most about wedding rings:
1. That there’s two of them. Yes, the statement sounds pretty basic and silly, but it’s anything but. Engagement rings have, for the most part, been a ‘girl’s game’ for the greater part of the last century; however, wedding bands allow for both partners to have something that’s special and cherishable.
2. That there’s an opportunity to shop together. Of course, there is no steadfast rule anymore when considering engagement ring shopping. You can do it together or you can do it separately, as a surprise (guided by the bride or groom’s most reliable confidant). With wedding band shopping, though, there’s something so fun and historic about going on your hunt together. Not to mention, extra points for whoever comes to the store with precious picks for their person at the ready!
3. That they almost become a part of you. Truth be told, as much as I live for looking at jewelry, writing about jewelry, loving on posts on posts on posts about jewelry, I don’t wear too much other than my wedding band and engagement ring. On paper, I can easily distinguish that they’re beautiful pieces of jewelry, but in my everyday life, they’re more a part of my soul than anything else. They symbolize the love and life that I’ve built with my husband and their value and worth is inimitable.
So, we’ll say ‘trends,’ but not going to lie, these types of rings are totally timeless.

Keeping on reading for 8 of the best Bahdos wedding bands you can shop right now. In fact, with Valentine’s Day coming up, maybe even consider a special “I’ll buy yours, if you buy mine” mission with your sweetheart…. Just be mindful of Interviewing your love first, to ensure your ideas about what they’ll love or want to wear most match theirs!

Eternity Bands

Like their name suggests, these bands have infinite amounts of diamonds – their sparkle just goes round and round (just like the magic of your relationship!)

Our baguette diamond eternity wedding band is our most popular eternity band and biggest seller – without a doubt, the epitome of beauty. Sparkling with every turn, this ring features a center of perfectly-placed baguette diamonds hugged by two rows of round cut diamonds, but even so, it’s not overpowering!

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Standalone Bands With Big Diamonds

Our diamond halo eternity ring features a very statement assortment of baguette and round cut diamonds that bloom together to create radiant floral halos. The look is so chic, so fashionable, and so sophisticated. Not to mention, the band does the most on its own, so if you want to wear it sans engagement ring, you absolutely can!

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The Bahdos round and baguette diamond wedding ring gives you the same effect as our eternity baguette iteration, but the inset is limited to only half of the band – so the remaining solid white gold has a chance to shine. This is another ring that does quite well solo.

Petite Round and Baguette Diamond Wedding Ring by Bahdos

Petite Unique Diamond Bands

Our diamond wave stackable wedding ring is the perfect option for someone who loves the drama of a ring finger party (it’s a great pick to start your stack, to be honest!). The scalloped pattern is trendy and the unique sizes of the diamonds give the band a super dynamic and playful persuasion.

Another Unique Diamond Wedding Ring by Bahdos

Gemstone Wedding Rings

Maybe you and your partner were born in the same month – that or your relationship’s kick off month! – and you share an emerald, amethyst, ruby, or sapphire, etc. birthstone. Alternately, perhaps you want to celebrate the wonderful collision of all of the loves in your life (your new husband or wife, your son, or your daughter) with a diamond and gemstone band that celebrates them all.

How to Stack Your Gemstone Rings: Sapphire Edition

Gold Standard Bands

And then there was gold. In the purest and most decorated forms – plain gold, yellow gold, or rose gold. Each of these rings has serious weight, but done in different ways:

Our classic comfort-fit wedding band in yellow gold is legendary: the complete mix of fashion and function.
Our petite diamond pavé ring in yellow gold and our petite pavé diamond eternity ring in rose gold are both delicate and feminine, flirty and distinguished. Though they’ve certainly got an air of daintyness about them, they’re dosed up with edge and fire, too!

Mini Diamond Rose Gold Wedding Ring by Bahdos

Mini Diamond Yellow Gold Wedding Ring by Bahdos
February 1, 2021
10 Timeless Engagement Rings That Will Never Go Out of Style

Let’s talk about commitment for a moment here, shall we?

Oh, you’re thinking about marriage… Actually, we’re talking about committing to the engagement ring.

Engagement ring shopping can be a lot of fun, but you have to remember that this is a decision that will stay with you for a lifetime (if you do it right).

So if you’re concerned with your ring looking dated after a decade or so, start thinking about a more traditional design. You can still put your own spin on it, but you’ll want to avoid anything too trendy.

For example, two-stone and trillion-cut engagement rings are all the rage right now, but they might be a passing trend. This might end up being a balancing act of choosing something you love right now versus something you’ll love forever.

When you really think about it, the same holds true for your wedding dress. Remember those poofy-sleeved dresses from the 80s? When you look back at old wedding pics, you know exactly what decade they came from because that style was very much a trend. These timeless engagement rings, on the other hand, will never go out of style.

1. Simple Solitaire Timeless Engagement Rings

When you’re looking for a simple engagement ring, solitaire styles are your best bet. This style is designed to showcase the beauty of the diamond, so the band is much simpler. A solitaire can have some design along the band, like cathedral windows or twisted ropes of metal, but the most traditional designs feature simple polished gold.

But if you’re looking to personalize this style, you may want to choose a solitaire ring with a simply embellished design. You can also personalize the diamond shape. A round cut diamond will always be popular, so it’s a safe choice, but you can set any cut into a solitaire setting.

Knife Edge Solitaire Engagement Ring

2. Diamond Halo Rings

The diamond halo engagement ring adds a slightly modern twist on the traditional solitaire, but it’s also quite timeless. Because the diamond halo gives your center stone the appearance of being larger, the halo engagement ring will never go out of style. Who wouldn’t want their diamond to appear larger and more valuable? Learn more about diamond halo timeless engagement rings here.

Cathedral Halo Diamond Engagement Ring

3. Three-Stone Engagement Ring

The three stone engagement ring is timeless in its symbolism and simplicity. The three stones typically symbolize the past, present and future, which is what marriage is all about. In this case, we can say that the three-stone ring has held its favor in the past and present, and we can bet it will continue to do so in the future.

Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring

4. Traditional Pave Diamond Ring

Imagine a solitaire engagement ring with diamond accents that appear to be paved into the stone. It’s beautiful and it’s a time-tested design. In general, it’s a good idea to keep the design somewhat minimal, but you can bling it as much as you want.

The pave-set diamond ring is traditional and ultra-feminine.

Pave Diamond Engagement Ring

5. Round Cut Diamond Rings

When it comes to diamond cuts, some are trendier than others. Typically, the fancier the cut, the more trendy it can be. Ultra-fancy cuts include pear, marquise, heart and trillion cuts.

But if you love any one of them, don’t necessarily let their trendiness dissuade you. The best thing about diamond shape is that cuts will always come back into favor. For example, marquise cuts were popular in the 70s and are now making a comeback. But in the 90s, few brides were getting new marquise engagement rings. What goes out will eventually come back in.

The one style that we can almost guarantee will be forever timeless is the round cut. This cut helps the diamond sparkle more, so it will always be a popular choice.

Round Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Settings

6. White Gold or Platinum Engagement Rings

As we’ve seen, there will always be a market for yellow and rose gold rings, but their popularity appears to oscillate. On the other hand, white gold and platinum rings will likely remain a traditional choice.

In general, all metal colors follow trends, but things are a bit different with diamond jewelry. When you’re setting a diamond into a metal, color is important. If you set a white diamond into a yellow band, it may pick up some of the warmer hue. Depending on the diamond you’re buying, you may not want this. With white gold or platinum, the diamond will remain as colorless as it is without the setting. Because it they have practical application, white gold and platinum are a bit less trendy.

White Gold & Platinum Engagement Rings

7. Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Rings

The emerald cut diamond is an interesting choice because it’s unlike most other diamond cuts. If you get an emerald cut, whether today or 15 years ago, you’re after a very specific look. It’s more about clarity than it is about brilliance.

Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Rings

8. Sapphire with Diamond Halo Rings

Although this ring will probably never be the most common choice, it will always remain in style. This classic ring was made famous by the lovely and late Princess Diana. And it now graces the finger of Her Royal Highness, Kate Middleton.

Oval Sapphire with Diamond Halo Engagement Ring

9. Vintage or Estate Timeless Engagement Rings

Honoring the past will always be in style. There are many types of vintage rings from various eras, and they’re all appropriate for long-term wear. Even more stylized rings often work when they’re vintage because it’s vintage on purpose. And that’s always a good look.

Vintage Diamond Engagement Rings

10. Timeless Engagement Rings with Stackable Wedding Bands

Here’s another option for you. If you’re looking to get creative but are worried about how your ring will look in a few years, consider stackable bands. Choose a traditional engagement ring setting, like a simple solitaire, and jazz it up with various colored metals or fancy-cut stones. You always have the option of simplifying by wearing only the wedding band and engagement ring in the future.

Ultimately, you are going to want to love your ring today and 10-years from now. So give this choice some thought. But try not to stress about it too much. If you end up hating your engagement ring after a few years have passed, you can always have the diamond re-set into another ring setting. It’s never to late to shop for timeless engagement rings.

July 22, 2020
How to Make a Ring Smaller
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Everyone knows that you can go to a jeweler to have your ring resized. But that’s not always a viable option. Some people want a temporary option while others are looking for something cost effective. It may be a stop-gap solution, but there are a few DIY ways you can make a ring smaller.

If you’re on the fence, first let’s cover a few situations where you won’t want a permanent resizing solution.

When Not to Resize Your Ring

Everyone faces a moment when they wonder whether they should get their ring resized. Maybe you’re swimming in the pool and feel like your ring is going to slide right off your finger. Or maybe you’re sitting in your chilly office spinning your ring around your finger when you notice how much space there is.

Interestingly enough, it’s not the ring that changes. It’s your finger. Your finger may swell or shrink due to weather or weight loss.

It’s to be expected for a ring to become snug during pregnancy. This isn’t a time to have it resized. It will pass. The same holds true for a snug fit after an especially salty meal.

Some people are very sensitive to temperature fluctuations, and may notice that their rings get very loose in cold weather and snug in warmer weather. But as long as your ring fits well most of the time, all you need is temporary ring adjuster.

How a Jeweler Can Make a Ring Smaller (Without Resizing)

Oftentimes, the best solution for an engagement ring is the professional one. It’s best to have the jeweler help you come up with an appropriate solution, if possible.

Here are a few ways the jeweler can help make a ring smaller without resizing:
- Sizing beads – These are tiny metal beads that your jeweler can add to the inside back of your ring to help make it smaller. These are the perfect solution for people whose rings are one-half size too large. If this is the case for you, sizing beads will help keep that ring upright on your finger.
- Spring insert – The spring insert is a horseshoe-shaped insert that goes on the inside of your ring to make it temporarily smaller. It actually offers a better fit than even a well-sized ring because it springs open to fit around your knuckle, and then it springs back into place. This creates the snuggest possible fit around your finger. This will be a bit more expensive than sizing beads, but it’s still cheaper than resizing.
- Sizing bar – This is a u-shaped bar that goes across the bottom of your ring. It latches closed when the ring is in place. Think of it as a way to cinch your ring to the appropriate size. This solution works well for anyone who has to take a ring down by a few sizes.
DIY Ways to Make a Ring Smaller

If you want to DIY without a visit to the jeweler, you can buy a plastic guard to secure your ring in place. This is like a little silicon sleeve that helps your ring fit more snugly.

You may find other DIY options on the web, like tape or liquid guard, but we recommend steering clear of these. If your ring is alloyed with anything other than gold or platinum, it may react to the adhesive and cause some problems. Since we’re looking for a quick and inexpensive fix here, we don’t want to risk ruining the ring or creating a need for expensive repairs.

If your ring is fitting a bit too loosely these days, take the steps outlined in this post to fix it fast. If it continues, you may want to consider having your ring resized.

At Bahdos, we offer one free ring resizing with your purchase to make sure the ring you’ve selected fits perfectly to you. If you ever have any additional questions about sizing or your ring from Bahdos.com please don’t hesitate to chat with us!
June 5, 2020