Let’s be honest, many blokes don’t have a huge say about what happens on their wedding day. Their main responsibilities during wedding preparations is providing support and being agreeable in all things his future wife suggests and proposes.
All he needs to sort out is his wedding ring!
Needless to say, it wouldn’t go down too well with the ‘boss’ if a mistake was made with the one responsibility you had for the day – getting your wedding ring right.
To help you avoid wedding day drama, we’ve created a men’s wedding ring checklist for not only your future happiness, but your short-term safety, too!
Consideration #1: size matters – why you need to size your finger first
When choosing your men’s wedding ring, details matter. You want to make this lasting purchase something to celebrate!
Getting the sizing of your ring right is an important box to tick when it comes to achieving a great result.
Buying a men’s wedding ring that is not sized correctly for your finger (whether too big or small) could be both uncomfortable and inconvenient!
If a wedding band is too tight, you won’t enjoy wearing it – if it’s too loose, it could slip off and you could even end up losing it.
Luckily, there are some steps to follow to make sure you don’t face a big (or small) problem when it comes to the sizing of your wedding ring.
Choose a trusted jeweller
Buying your ring from the right jewellers is a great way to make sure sizing is no issue.
You need jewellers who know what they’re doing!
While you can ask about it upfront, a jeweller should be switched on about sizing your men’s wedding ring without being asked.
Our stockists have DORA sizing kits for this important task. So when you’re sizing up (pun intended!) the competition, you can feel confident about choosing a DORA ring that fits!
Locate your nearest DORA stockist.
Conditions
When we talk about conditions here, we don’t mean terms of purchase. Instead, we mean the conditions under which you try your ring on.
For example: if you try a men’s wedding ring with hot hands, your fingers may be swollen beyond their normal size.
When you think about how a wedding band fits on your finger, being aware of the impact of hot or cold hands can help.
In a similar way, trying on a ring when your ring finger isn’t dry (say if your hands are a bit sweaty), can be different to other times.
Your jeweller should be able to assist with this and answer any questions to ensure you get the right fit!
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Resizing your wedding ring
The possibility of resizing your wedding ring in the future is something to consider.
We’ve talked about getting sizing right when you choose your band; there’s no question that this is important.
However, as time goes by, it’s not unlikely that at some point your finger size could change.
The wedding band you choose can make a difference when it comes to resizing.
Men’s wedding rings made of precious metals such as gold can be easier to resize or even more capable of it, than rings made of other materials.
DORA also covers their customers with a warranty that includes a ring replacement if you ‘out-grow’ your ring. Find out more about our Ring Replacement Policy here.
Consideration #2: when to buy your ring
Your wedding ring needs to be ready on time – simple as that. (It’s hard not to cringe when considering the alternative!)
There are some things to consider when working out how long it might take to get your wedding band ready to celebrate your commitment.
Some men’s wedding rings take longer to manufacture than others. Classic men’s wedding bands are often manufactured faster than deluxe or more complicated designs.
Not allowing enough time can restrict or rush your choice of ring.
This is something you will wear and appreciate for the rest of your life; you don’t want to compromise your choice because of lack of time!
Browse our collection of men’s wedding rings, and locate your nearest DORA stockist to see our rings in store.
Consideration #3: which metal should I choose for my wedding band?
The metal you choose for your men’s wedding band is important.
You may not have thought about the factors relevant to choosing a metal for your ring, but we can explain some to help you decide which is most suitable.
Your lifestyle
Dense and hard-wearing metals are good when life might be rough on your men’s wedding band.
Platinum 950 or Platinum 600 and gold are suitable metals as they are resistant to corrosion and can be repolished when they start to dull or scratch.
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Colour
Personal taste and what looks better make the colour of the metal something to think about. White metal (including white gold and platinum) usually suits cool skin tones, while yellow gold traditionally suits warmer skin tones.
Resizing
Precious metals can be a safe option if you’d like the possibility of resizing in the future.
Consideration #4: thinking you have limited options
Your options when choosing a men’s wedding ring are not limited – regardless of your personal taste, you can always find the perfect ring to suit your style!
With materials, designs and custom options to match your taste, you can choose a men’s wedding ring you will always treasure. You can even choose your own engraving.
Learn about customising your men’s wedding band, or using our free engraving to express your sentiments!
Looking for men’s wedding rings in Australia?
Are you looking for a range of men’s wedding rings in Australia so you can make the perfect choice?
Choosing your wedding band is a big decision. At DORA, we understand the lifelong importance of this choice.
That’s why our men’s wedding rings are Made to Mean More. Our rings are individually manufactured to achieve high quality and finish in every piece.
Choose DORA for a men’s wedding band with meaning that will last a lifetime.
Click here to explore our collection of men’s rings.
Want to see our rings in person? Find your nearest DORA stockist!
