Between the wedding details, the flowers and the perfect three tier cake, it can be difficult for you to find time to look for your wedding rings. It is important to remember that while most wedding details can be enjoyed for a few hours, your rings will last forever. This is why it doesn’t matter if you have a small or large event. Your rings are a symbol of your love and commitment that will last a lifetime.
Michael O’Connor, jewelry and style expert has some tips that will help you find matrimonial bliss in ring selection.
* Create a budget. Planning a wedding can be complicated and draining. You must save money for an important symbol in your life, such as your wedding bands. Are you unsure how much to budget for? According to the CN American Wedding Study, couples spent on average $2,079 for wedding bands in 2006. The rule of thumb for buying an engagement ring, which is two months salary, is to plan to spend one-month’s salary on the two wedding bands. See the “Budget Calculator”at www.TheKnot.com.
* Shop together. It’s a great idea to shop together for rings. The truth is that 80 percent of couples shop for rings together.
* Plan ahead. Do not wait to shop for your wedding rings. They are too important. Start shopping six months before your wedding to find the right ring. “I do’s.”You not only need time to research and shop but also need to allow time for custom orders, sizing, and engraving.
* Invest in quality. Your ring should last a lifetime. This is why it is so important to consider the metal quality you select. Platinum 950 is the most long-lasting precious metal and can last a lifetime. Platinum 950 is 30 times rarer than gold. Its natural whiteness makes it ideal for setting wedding bands with diamonds. It’s no surprise that Hollywood’s top designers, such as Ritani, DeBeers and Ritani, choose Platinum for their designs. Don’t worry though, you don’t need to be a Hollywood star to own a Platinum wedding ring. You can find platinum wedding and engagement rings for all budgets, making them an affordable luxury. Lieberfarb and Scott Kay are some of the most popular resources. “As the ultimate metal, Platinum’s unmatched durability and beauty make it a top pick among designers and 81 percent of brides,”Michael O’Connor
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