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Unveiling Love: The Ultimate Guide to Selecting the Perfect Wedding Bands

Embarking on the search for the ideal wedding ring? At BAUNAT, we understand that this piece of jewellery, which you will adorn for the rest of your life, is an embodiment of your commitment and love. Whether it's your first or second time around, deciding on the perfect wedding ring is an important task. Should you opt for a classic or a modern design? How do you harmonise his and her wedding rings? There's no hard and fast rule that dictates any disparity between wedding rings for him and her. Allow us to guide you through the process of selecting the quintessential wedding ring, exploring various options together.

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How Do You Choose the Perfect Wedding Band That Reflects Your Love Story?

Finding the ideal wedding ring requires thoughtful consideration since it symbolizes your lifelong commitment. BAUNAT recommends starting your search early to explore all options while managing wedding planning. Consider your budget carefully—BAUNAT offers rings ranging from €350 for simple bands to over €6000 for diamond-encrusted designs.

Your lifestyle should influence your choice; manual workers might prefer bezel or channel settings over more delicate options like prongs or tension settings. Wedding rings come in various styles—classic bands, personalized engravings, diamond-studded designs, or even rings featuring colored gemstones.

Couples today often choose different rings reflecting individual styles, though matching elements like metal color can create harmony. BAUNAT offers customization for truly unique pieces and provides excellent value through direct diamond sourcing, saving customers 30-50%.

Remember that your wedding ring should be comfortable, stylish, and high-quality—a perfect daily reminder of your enduring love.

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Initiate your search early.

Planning a wedding entails various elements that require ample time and attention. From finalising the venue, creating the guest list, deciding on the menu, to selecting a gorgeous wedding outfit - every detail counts. In the midst of this, it's essential to start your pursuit of the perfect wedding rings in a timely manner, allowing you to explore various options and ensure that you've chosen the right piece.

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Consider your budget.

Two white gold BAUNAT wedding rings
What are you willing to allocate for your wedding ring? At BAUNAT, we offer wedding rings for him and her spanning across diverse price ranges: from styles devoid of diamonds starting at around €350 to exquisitely diamond-encrusted rings for over €6000.

Remember your lifestyle.

The kind of lifestyle you lead is a crucial determinant when choosing a wedding ring. If you or your partner undertakes a lot of manual work, certain settings are more recommended than others. For instance, a solitaire setting with prongs might be more fragile compared to a bezel or channel setting. Meanwhile, a tension set ring, where the diamond is held in place purely by pressure, may not be advisable if you frequently engage in manual labour.
A wedding ring must be stylish, comfortable and of good quality.
At BAUNAT, we specialise in premium quality diamond rings, minimising the risk of diamond loss. Furthermore, your wedding ring - a manifestation of your love and commitment - should be stylish, comfortable, and high-quality.

Maintain the sparkle.

Since your wedding ring is a daily companion, it's crucial to ensure its upkeep. To clean it, soak it for about half an hour in lukewarm water. Use a chemical-free soap for a gentle cleanse, and use a soft toothbrush to polish the ring as well as the diamond. Or better yet, drop by your nearest BAUNAT store for a professional clean.
Woman wears ruby wedding ring on her left hand - BAUNAT

Embrace variety.

Choosing a wedding ring offers a myriad of options. The key is to select a design that suits your personal style and comfortably fits your finger. Explore various wedding ring styles including classic wedding rings without diamonds, personalized ones with meaningful engravings, or ones that glitter with one or multiple diamonds. You can also opt for unique wedding rings for men set with sophisticated black diamonds or rings embellished with other precious stones like emerald, ruby, and sapphire. 

Design choices are diverse.

You can choose the band width according to preference with women generally opting for slimmer rings and men choosing wider ones. There are also flat and rounded rings to suit your liking.

Choose your precious metal.

BAUNAT offers the choice between white, yellow, red gold, and platinum. Rings made of different precious metals are also possible.  

Ensure the correct fit.

Before purchasing, make sure you know your partner's and your own ring size. At BAUNAT, you can easily grab a free plastic ring sizer or visit one of our showrooms to have your ring size measured.

The choice to match or not.

With diverse tastes and personal styles, many couples now choose different wedding rings. Nonetheless, the option to buy matching wedding rings is always available. At BAUNAT, we feature a collection that looks beautiful on either a man or a woman. You can also consider choosing the same colours and materials for a unified look.

Browse our unisex wedding rings now

Celebrate your uniqueness.

Can't find a design that catches your eye or have a specific design in mind? At BAUNAT, we deliver tailor-made wedding rings to provide you with a truly unique piece that represents your love story.

Request a quotation for a tailor made wedding ring now

Model wearing a woman's wedding ring from the BAUNAT Flowers collection.

Stay trendy.

Like all jewelry, wedding rings follow trends too. Today, warm yellow gold has made a comeback and rings combining two different precious metals are gaining popularity. Organic designs with floral motifs are also in demand. Yellow or black diamonds on wedding rings also exude a chic appeal. 

Select your preferred hand.

In Western Europe, most men wear their wedding ring on the ring finger of their right hand for religious reasons. However, this varies depending on personal preference and tradition. 

Why choose BAUNAT? Buying wedding rings from BAUNAT is both easy and affordable. Our unique approach of buying our diamonds directly at the source translates into a staggering online purchase discount of 30%-50% for you.  
Choosing to buy jewellery from BAUNAT means opting for the best price/quality ratio combined with premium quality materials crafted by artisanal experts in Antwerp. Our team of experts is at your disposal to assist and guide you through the process.
Buying a wedding ring from BAUNAT is a smart decision. Owing to our extensive experience, we understand how to find the wedding ring that best reflects you. We are industry experts, here to explain the differences between wedding rings for men and women, and the latest diamond market trends. We observe various trends surrounding the choice of precious metals, diamonds, and width, but at the end of the day, you are in control.
A wedding ring is an exceptionally personal choice, after all, be sure to choose a ring that you find stunning, fits comfortably and symbolizes your never-ending love for each other. At BAUNAT, we strive to deliver superior service and quality, embodying the values of smart investment, efficiency, and personalized service that aligns with the Smart Luxury Consumer's values. 

  • Fabienne Rauw

  • BAUNAT Antwerp

  • Fabienne, manager of the German market is able to guide every client with finding the right jewel. She takes care of most of the German orders, but also takes other task on her plate. Thanks to her six  years of experience at BAUNAT she acquainted well with the product and the marketing around it. Her degree in PR ensures that BAUNAT is well presented across all media channels. For anyone looking into a new investment opportunity, Fabienne is the perfect guide in this process. No question will be left unanswered, and she will help you every step of the way.

    Selected Bespoke Projects

    • Eternal Bloom bespoke engagement concept - Role: project lead for client briefing and prototype coordination. Fabienne translated personal design references into a 3D-printed prototype, supervised stone selection and ensured the finished piece matched the client’s vision and comfort preferences.

    • Personalized anniversary necklace - Role: design coordinator and quality overseer. She managed the custom design process from the initial sketch to final polishing, liaising between client and workshop to preserve proportions and finish.

    • Reimagined heirloom ring restoration and redesign - Role: client consultant and technical coordinator. Fabienne guided the client through options to modernize setting details while keeping sentimental elements, delivering a wearable result that respected the original piece.

    Her hands-on involvement in bespoke commissions ensures each custom order has a clear brief, careful prototype review and close follow-up with the workshop, so clients receive a tailored jewel that meets both aesthetic and practical expectations.

    Professional enquiries

    For speaking engagements, press requests or research collaborations, please send your message to BAUNAT’s communications team with the subject line: "Fabienne Rauw  -  Professional Enquiry." Include a brief description of the request and any relevant dates or documents. The communications team will route enquiries to Fabienne and provide guidance on next steps.

Fabienne, manager of the German market is able to guide every client with finding the right jewel. She takes care of most of the German orders, but also takes other task on her plate. Thanks to her six  years of experience at BAUNAT she acquainted well with the product and the marketing around it. Her degree in PR ensures that BAUNAT is well presented across all media channels. For anyone looking into a new investment opportunity, Fabienne is the perfect guide in this process. No question will be left unanswered, and she will help you every step of the way.

Selected Bespoke Projects

• Eternal Bloom bespoke engagement concept - Role: project lead for client briefing and prototype coordination. Fabienne translated personal design references into a 3D-printed prototype, supervised stone selection and ensured the finished piece matched the client’s vision and comfort preferences.

• Personalized anniversary necklace - Role: design coordinator and quality overseer. She managed the custom design process from the initial sketch to final polishing, liaising between client and workshop to preserve proportions and finish.

• Reimagined heirloom ring restoration and redesign - Role: client consultant and technical coordinator. Fabienne guided the client through options to modernize setting details while keeping sentimental elements, delivering a wearable result that respected the original piece.

Her hands-on involvement in bespoke commissions ensures each custom order has a clear brief, careful prototype review and close follow-up with the workshop, so clients receive a tailored jewel that meets both aesthetic and practical expectations.

Professional enquiries

For speaking engagements, press requests or research collaborations, please send your message to BAUNAT’s communications team with the subject line: "Fabienne Rauw  -  Professional Enquiry." Include a brief description of the request and any relevant dates or documents. The communications team will route enquiries to Fabienne and provide guidance on next steps.