The Ring
WEDDING BAND TRENDS
Beyond a band of gold — or silver
As with wedding gowns and ceremonies , today ’ s bride ’ s are foregoing tradition with wedding bands . “ Wedding bands have certainly changed in the past five years .
At one time , it was a struggle to find a perfect match for a customer who already had a wedding band but wanted to add another one ,” said Bobbie Kay Waddell , owner of Bobby Kay Jewelers in Philadelphia .
“ Now we are selling bands that complement engagement rings , but do not necessarily match . With a new band you can change the look of your existing ring easily and without a lot of expense . Band styles vary from colored stones that represent the birth months to diamond bands that vary in style ,” Waddell said . Wedding bands also have become popular as add-ons to a current wedding set . “ Purchasing a second band to stack at the front of the wedding set has become a very popular trend ,” Waddell said . Shown are a few popular band styles for women available at Bobby Kay
Jewelers . Prices listed are sale price , unless otherwise noted :
Stackable gemstone bands in white , yellow , and rose gold ( Prices vary ) 14k white gold . 50 ct . diamond halo band , $ 1,199.25 14k yellow gold 1 carat diamond band , $ 2,699.99 10K white gold . 45 ct . diamond band , $ 419.99 10k rose gold . 20 ct . diamond band , $ 337.49 10k rose gold . 25 ct . diamond band , $ 674.99
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