Wedding rings may be matching as a set or they can be separate but with a pattern or design that compliments each other. For many of the women’s styles of rings there is really no comparable men’s design, however a beautiful, stylish and very masculine wedding ring can make a perfect match. 

One of the options for men’s wedding bands that are decisively masculine but also a great match for the woman’s wedding rings is to look for a simple and elegant design. A band that is plain works with any design of wedding rings, however adding scrolls, patterns or accents can also work very well.

Tungsten rings for men are very popular because the metal itself is virtually indestructible and simply will not scratch, tarnish or become damaged under almost any type of condition. These wedding rings are typically a silver color, however they are so reflective and flawless they almost appear to have a mirrored finish.

Black tungsten wedding rings are very unusual but also incredibly appealing to many couples. The metal is put through an ionization process that results in an actual change in the metal of the ring, resulting in the deep, rich black coloration. 

To add accent to men’s wedding rings you may with to consider an inlay design. These are common in the tungsten rings and may include any combination of metals. The metal, tungsten carbide, often forms the band of the ring with yellow gold or even silver acting as the inlay metal. Since silver reflects differently a subtle pattern is produced.

For more elaborate and ornate patterns that are still very masculine you may wish to consider the Greek keys pattern, which is very traditional. Celtic designs that show eternity and endlessness are wonderful additions to wedding rings.

There are several different styles of finishes on wedding rings that can also be used to create a pattern. Polished rings are reflective, especially if made from tungsten, however even silver, platinum and gold are very bright and shiny. Brushed surfaces or brushed finishes are more of a matte surface, closer to a satin finish.

Finishes themselves can be used to create a subtle pattern. This happens because different finishes reflect light differently, creating a design. Gold and silver rings will eventually wear, reducing the visibility to the pattern over time, but tungsten rings will not.

Getting just the right wedding rings is definitely something to think about and not jump into buying the first rings you see. Remember the wedding rings don’t have to match, but the bands typically are going to have enough pattern and style similarities to compliment each other.

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