Let’s take a break from engagement rings and talk about some exciting new trends in wedding band styles. Bespoke engagement rings are very popular as they allow a couple to become part of the process of designing a unique piece of jewelry that is a reflection of who they are. Here are some new wedding band ideas and styles for you to continue the process of purchasing jewelry connected to your life and relationship.

This is just one of the styles part of the Everband Collection. They have simple to elaborate bands for boys and girls. You can build your own bands on their website. What is unique about this collection is that the design evolves every year. You can add  diamonds inside or outside to celebrate each anniversary, very neat.

The band you will  get on your wedding day will always have  a special place in your heart. Yet, the hot trend of mixing and matching bands next to your engagement ring is a great way to create a different vibe depending on your mood or social calendar . Laurence Bruyninckx‘s engagement rings come with many band options. Pictured above are bands with twin diamond marquis and London blue topaz.

Another trend I love is the his and hers matching bands AND engagement ring. Chris Ploof is an expert at mixing unique metals in the most awesome way. Check out this Mokume Gane engagement and wedding set  in a maple pattern, alternating layers of palladium and silver.

My Story by Timeless Fine Jewelry is a collection of collectible bands to celebrate your life and relationship. They come in different styles, metals and birthstones. You can start treating yourself and celebrate your birthstone and then add on new bands each time you reach an important milestone. How about a promise ring in the monthly gemstone celebrating the date you met the love of your life? Then a diamond wedding band for your big day, a gift to yourself after a promotion, a gift to you after the birth of each of your children, an anniversary gift… so many options, thank god we have 10 fingers.

Don’t judge couples who are inseparable, they work! For the couple who likes the same things in life and are not afraid to match, I love the versatility of Alexis Kletjian‘s lucky star signet ring. It’s unisex, straight and same sex couples can wear the same ring. It’s also a great alternative engagement ring option and also comes in yellow and rose gold.

All these new band options are great, but you can’t go wrong with a slim and simple platinum band like the one picked by Mila Kunis. As a young mother, she wanted something easy and understated. It will never go out of style and will last forever. I love this platinum band designed by Danhov, so pretty with just subtle sparkle.

Sev

Severine Ferrari AKA Sev is the editor and writer of this blog and the online magazine Engagement 101. Sev was born and raised in Paris and has lived in New York City for over 20 years. Her blogging style still includes elements of her French writing style and humor. We recommend reading it with a glass of champagne and a French accent.