7 Unforgettable Wedding Bands for Him

Not every wedding ring for men has to adhere to the traditional plain gold domed look – different personalities demand different rings! While at first blush men’s wedding rings may seem to be relatively homogenous in style, they are in fact far more varied than most brides and grooms-to-be realize. Here are seven kinds of wedding bands for him that are instantly memorable and will allow his individual style and personality to shine through.

Gold rings in unusual hues
While yellow gold is undeniably handsome, it certainly isn’t the only option when it comes to gold wedding rings. Because gold is naturally soft as a metal, it must be alloyed with another harder metal for increased durability. Alloying gold with other metals also opens up a world of color possibilities. Along with yellow gold, white gold is the most common color for men’s gold rings, but more eye-catching hues are also starting to make an appearance. Rose gold is becoming increasingly popular, and offers a warmly masculine alternative to yellow and white gold. Other less frequently seen colors of gold rings include black, green and grey.

Mokume gane rings
What man doesn’t want to release his inner samurai? Originally seen in the hilts of samurai swords in feudal Japan, mokume gane is a technique of layering different metals under heat and pressure, resulting in a swirling, wood burl-like pattern. This eye-catching design can be made using any number of metals and colors, and is frequently seen as an inlaid detail.

Men’s diamond rings in contemporary materials
 Men’s diamond rings are quickly growing in popularity with guys across the world, but many shoppers don’t realize just how affordable these luxurious rings can be (especially when compared to women’s diamond rings). One of the main reasons for the budget-friendly price tag of men’s diamond rings is the use of contemporary materials for their setting, such as titanium, tungsten, cobalt chrome and ceramic. Not only are these materials infinitely more affordable than precious counterparts like gold and platinum, but they have a durability that matches that of the diamonds themselves. These contemporary materials also lend a unique high/low feel to men’s diamond rings.

Black rings
 If he’s tired of the same traditional metallics, consider an alternative hue. Black rings for men have never been hotter, and despite a somewhat edgier look these striking bands can be surprisingly versatile. The most commonly seen materials for black rings for men include titanium, tungsten, ceramic, stainless steel and silver.

Reverse diamond eternity band
One of the most popular kinds of men’s diamond rings are diamond eternity bands, but for a twist on that classic look, try reverse diamond eternity bands. Reverse diamond eternity bands offer rows of diamonds at the edges rather than a single line down the center of the band. While slightly pricier than regular diamond eternity bands, these men’s diamond rings are certain to make a statement.

Two tone rings
 For the guy who can’t decide between band colors, try two tone rings. Not only are two tone rings eye-catching, but they’re also quite adept at matching to a number of different outfits and other accessories. Popular two tone combinations include black with silver, yellow gold with silver, and silver with rose gold. Two tone rings also offer the ability to combine a less expensive contemporary metal with a more luxurious precious metal, like titanium with gold.

Men’s diamond rings with colored stones
While colorless “white” diamonds are always a classic choice, men’s diamond rings can often be seen with bolder stone colors. Black and cognac diamonds are particularly sought after for men’s diamond rings, and both offer a masculine alternative to the standard white stones.

Tanya Zilinskas Naouri writes articles on men’s diamond rings and wedding bands for JustMensRings.com.