Most of the 2.3 million Americans who’ll tie the knot in 2006 dream of making their wedding the epitome of elegance.
They’ve seen the incredible wedding bands that Sandra Bullock and Jesse James exchanged-vintage Platinum and diamond-and they want the same sophisticated look both for themselves and their wedding party gifts.
And the first rule for making that happen is: Know what’s hot and what’s right for you-as opposed to what works for Sandra and Jesse.
Platinum settings add an exceptional layer of luster to jewelry, and complemented by this year’s hottest gemstones-canary diamonds, rubies and pearls-that means that brides and grooms have a multitude of options. If your intended is adventurous and trend-savvy, rings with bright, multicolored gemstones by Samuel Getz could work.
For the more classic or romantic woman, popular designs include Kirk Kara’s vintage-inspired Platinum rings with filigree-decorated bands.
Although many brides choose wedding bands that complement their engagement rings, it’s becoming less common for couples to have matching bands. That’s opened more choices than ever...