Planning a wedding is exciting, but also a bit overwhelming. One of the first things I started researching was wedding bands. I knew I wanted something simple and classic: a plain gold wedding band. Sounds easy, right? Turns out, there's more to it than I thought! From the type of gold to the width and where to buy, I quickly realized I had a lot to learn. This is my story of finding the perfect ring, and some tips I picked up along the way.
I started my search online, looking at various jewelers. I quickly got lost in the different karat options – 14k, 18k, even 24k! I learned that the karat indicates the purity of the gold. 24k is pure gold, but it's too soft for everyday wear. 14k and 18k are more durable because they're mixed with other metals. I was aiming for a good balance of quality and durability for my plain gold wedding band.
One of the first hurdles was the price. Some of the rings I saw were surprisingly expensive for being so simple. I started to wonder if I was missing something. Was I supposed to spend a fortune on a plain gold band? That's when I started digging deeper, trying to understand what really affects the price.
I decided to check out some online marketplaces. I found a lot of options on sites like Etsy. One shop was selling simple gold bands for around $300. It seemed like a good starting point, but then I saw some comments suggesting that was still too much! Someone mentioned their future husband got an 18k gold band, quite thick with a textured design, for around $1120. It made me rethink my budget. I knew I wanted something simpler, so I aimed for something in the $300-$700 range.
That's when I discovered Sumsfashion, while browsing for other jewelry. They have a wide variety of pieces, and I was particularly drawn to their simpler designs. I even found a beautiful sale 925 Sterling Silver Jewelry 18 inches Smooth Bead Chain Necklace For Women Wedding Birthday Gifts that I thought would be perfect to wear on my wedding day.
While the necklace wasn't gold, it got me thinking about other metals. But I was still set on gold for my plain gold wedding band.
One piece of advice that stuck with me was to look for high-quality gold in a thick band with some weight. This makes sense – a thinner, lighter band might not be as durable and could bend or break more easily. I realized I needed to pay attention to the width and thickness of the band, not just the karat of the gold. This is where I learned that finding a durable wedding band is about more than just the metal itself.
I also checked out some specific retailers. I found Marke NYC, which had plain gold bands for under $500. Holden was another suggestion. These were helpful because they gave me a benchmark for pricing and styles. However, I also wanted to support local businesses if possible.
I decided to visit some local jewelers to see what they had to offer. This was a great experience because I could see and feel the rings in person. I learned a lot about the different finishes and the importance of a good fit. Plus, I liked the idea of supporting a local artisan. One jeweler showed me a pavé band (a band with small diamonds set closely together) that was even less expensive than some of the plain gold bands I had seen online! It proved that prices can vary widely, and it's worth shopping around.
I also explored websites like Mejuri, which offered some good gold band options at reasonable prices. The key, I found, was to compare prices, read reviews, and understand the details of the gold and the band's construction.
Here are some practical tips I learned during my search for a plain gold wedding band: