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Does this wedding ring look strange?

93 replies

Cinnamonbonbon · 09/02/2025 19:19

We went wedding ring shopping today. I thought I wanted a plain band to frame my engagement ring, but then I spotted this ring and was instantly drawn to it. I think because the diamonds are the same shape as my engagement ring. But does the gap between the two look weird? Is it too much sparkle overall for everyday wear? Can’t ask people in real life as I don’t think I’ll get honest opinions as no one will want to offend!

Does this wedding ring look strange?
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Civilservant · 10/02/2025 07:38

Like the ornate ring but the shape doesn’t match to your engagement ring, eg the big gap, so I like the poster’s idea about getting a similar one made with the shape aligned.

Nerdynerdynerd · 10/02/2025 07:38

I don't get the need for rings to sit flush. Mine move about but maybe it's because I've got skinny fingers, only skinny part of me! Lol

squishee · 10/02/2025 07:53

I love the first combo you posted. Including the little gap, which draws attention to the ornateness.
Only you know whether the wishbone ring catches on things / rubs against your other ring too much.

Moorfellduck · 10/02/2025 08:27

To make a proper decision you need to try on again the traditional way - wedding band then engagement ring. The plain band will look much better when you do this so you can make a more informed decision. I'm surprised the jeweller didn't suggest this given most people wear their rings in that order.

MissFenellaPrism · 10/02/2025 09:13

Firstly, it's lovely that you went ring shopping together. So many women now leave it up to the man. I think it's a great choice, really different and it complements your engagement ring.
If you find that it doesn't quite sit properly, you can have it altered.
The plain band is fine, but just a bit dull, imo.

Ariela · 10/02/2025 09:20

I have a plain wishbone wedding ring sits under my engagement ring, which is a solitaire on a plain band with the gold curved round the solitaire. I had it made at a (very good) local jewellers to exactly fit the engagement ring. Neither have worn much in 27 years, but I don't always wear the engagement ring

GrannyAchingsShepherdsHut · 10/02/2025 09:26

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Does this wedding ring look strange?
paradisecityx · 10/02/2025 09:27

I don't like them personally, but if you do go for it.

Meandhimtogether · 10/02/2025 09:31

Can you get a plain wishbone ring.
Personally I find it takes away from the engagement ring.

LadyPoison · 10/02/2025 09:35

Silversmith here.

Traditionally the wedding ring should never be removed which is why it goes on first. It’s also traditionally a plain band. The more elaborate engagement ring would be removed for certain tasks to prevent damage.

I don’t like the way those rings fit together. Asethetics apart, you’ll get wear where they touch and could lose stones. Get one shaped to fit. My own engagement ring is a bypass style and my wedding ring is shaped to fit close.

MissFenellaPrism · 10/02/2025 11:24

GrannyAchingsShepherdsHut · 10/02/2025 09:26

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I don't like that, it seems out of proportion, and a strange design.

LostittoBostik · 10/02/2025 11:24

AllFours · 09/02/2025 19:32

The band is on the wrong side - it should be worn inside (closest to the heart, apparently!)
I’d be worried that when worn correctly it might poke into the top of your finger? I like it though!

This

chucklelint · 10/02/2025 14:30

Beautiful and different.
Love it.

Whoarethoseguys · 10/02/2025 14:34

I don't think it looks like a wedding ring and it doesn't look practical to wear all the time Also wedding rings are traditionally worn under the engagement ring, would it fit?
I would opt for a plain band or if you want some bling a band with embedded diamonds

Parker231 · 10/02/2025 14:40

Completelyjo · 10/02/2025 07:35

This is you though. My engagement ring didn’t come off during my ceremony, my wedding ring wasn’t blessed, I wear them however I want.

In 15 years I’ve taken my wedding ring off 1000s of times but I’m no less married!
Its a weird “rule” to try to enforce on others when OP wants to wear it the way she has shown.

I don’t like rings so don’t have a wedding, engagement or eternity ring. Didn’t get married in a church. Am still well and truly married.

Maddy70 · 10/02/2025 14:48

It's doesn't sit into your engagement ring very will I don't think

HopingForTheBest25 · 11/02/2025 20:48

You could get two of the starburst ones - one above and one below your engagement ring 😊

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