A bridal set is an engagement ring and matching wedding band, traditionally worn by the bride. The set features two rings that usually match in color and style. They’re designed to fit well together when worn side-by-side. This twisted diamond eternity engagement ring and its matching band from James Allen is a stunning example.
By buying a bridal set, you won’t need to spend time trying to find a matching band for your engagement ring.
Outside the jewelry world, the term “wedding set” is often used to refer to any set that includes an engagement ring and one or more wedding rings.
In the world of jewelry, a bridal set is a set that consists of an engagement ring and a matching wedding band for the bride. With a bridal set, the groom needs to purchase his wedding band separately.
A wedding set consists of an engagement ring and matching wedding band for the bride, as well as a matching wedding band for the groom. Buying a wedding set means that all three rings are taken care of at once, helping you save money and time when you’re preparing to get married.
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A bridal set includes an engagement ring and wedding band—while an engagement ring is a separate ring that you can later pair with a wedding band if you want. With a bridal set, you get two rings designed to match each other. As an example, here is a stand-alone engagement ring from James Allen while here is a bridal set that includes a matching band from James Allen. Both are beautiful options.
Not everyone buys a wedding band to put with their engagement ring. Some wear only an engagement ring, even after their wedding ceremony.
A Bridal Set in Rose Gold
Buying an engagement ring, wedding bands and other marriage essentials can be a daunting task. Add in other things, such as planning the wedding and building your life together, and it’s easy to see how the simplicity of a bridal set can be appealing.
Compared to buying an engagement ring and wedding band separately, there are several key benefits to buying a bridal set.
Before your wedding, you wear the engagement ring by itself. After the wedding, you wear both rings on the same finger (your left-hand right finger) with the wedding band closest to your heart. That means the wedding band is on the bottom, closest to your palm.
The engagement ring in the bridal set typically is more intricate and features a large gemstone or diamond. For instance, the engagement ring in this set features a center diamond and the wedding band from James Allen is a matching pavé ring.
From vintage styles to modern designs, there are bridal and wedding sets for every style. Opt for a pair you’ll be proud to wear for years to come. Below we offer inspiration for bridal sets in every precious metal type.
Choosing the right engagement and wedding ring set is a huge decision. While the jeweler you purchase your bridal set from will usually do their best to help you, it’s still possible to make one of several common mistakes when you’re shopping for wedding jewelry.
Luckily, these mistakes are usually easy to avoid with some basic research. Some of the most common bridal set purchasing mistakes include:
Like always, most of these mistakes can be avoided by asking your jeweler for their advice and recommendations. They’ll be able to help you choose a bridal set that looks great and matches your budget.
It’s important to remember that the usual rules of shopping for diamond jewelry still apply when it comes to bridal sets. This means paying attention to the 4 Cs of diamond quality — referred to as the “universal method for assessing the quality of any diamond” by the GIA.
All in all, choosing a bridal or wedding set can help you save time, spend less and avoid several common headaches while you shop for engagement and wedding jewelry, all while getting rings that are the perfect match for each other.
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It’s important to have quality information before making a special purchase like a wedding set. Here are answers to the most popular questions about bridal sets.
Bridal sets only have two rings (an engagement ring and matching wedding band), but wedding sets have three rings: an engagement ring, a matching band, and a wedding band for him. A wedding set ensures that all three rings for both the bride and groom complement each other.
If a jeweler doesn’t offer wedding sets, ask them if they can put together three matching rings for you based on your style preferences. For instance, Blue Nile put together this set of a matching engagement ring, wedding band for her, and wedding band for him. The classic designs in white gold make it a stunning set.
Most bridal sets come apart, so you can clean and polish each ring. The two separate rings also allow you to wear the engagement ring by itself if you want, such as before the wedding ceremony.
Some bridal sets may be soldered together, or a jeweler can solder them together later if you want. By having them permanently joined, the rings won’t move around or rub against each other as much.
Most people propose with just the engagement ring and give the matching band at the wedding ceremony. It’s customary to only wear an engagement ring until the marriage is official, then you can pair the two rings together.
How you propose is your personal preference, though. You can propose with both rings—letting your fiancé know you have a matching set.
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