[ad_1]
Men wearing rings is not a new phenomenon. Since ancient times, they have worn wedding bands and other practical pieces-practical because they actually served a purpose. For instance, men's thumb rings were worn to protect the fingers while shooting arrows and as an identifier for doctors.
Royalty and noblemen signet rings to identify their family and to serve as their official seal for correspondence. They dipped the ring in hot wax and pressed it to the documents. But today, the styles for men are becoming more fashionable and less about utility.
Trends and Styles
The tradition of exchanging class rings among teens is improved upon with the promise ring for girls and guys. Yes, there are men's promise rings. The concept is the same-the girl is pledging her love to her beau and promoting that they have a future together. This ring is typically inexpensive and simple, usually just a band of gold or silver with the names engraved on it.
But, women are doing more than promoting themselves, they are proposing. Sometimes waiting for the guy to get down on one knee just takes too long and it is not an uncommon practice for the woman to give a men's engagement ring to her lover. There are even sets so that the engagement and the wedding band match!
For the guy who has thick fingers, the chunky square fashion rings look great. These pieces ofen have gemstones like onyx and diamond or maybe a star sapphire in the center. Masonic rings can also be quite ornate, with symbols and diamonds and color.
Interesting new materials.
Men's rings are being made out of some interesting materials these days. It may sound like a part from a car, but a tungsten carbide ring is actually a popular accessory for guys. Men's wedding rings and other fashion pieces are being made from this incredibly durable metal.
When it is polished, it makes a dark smoky gray band that just oozes masculinity. Tungsten is a great metal for guys who work hard with their hands because it does not scratch or dent. It is also known for keeping its finish.
Another metal that has emerged in the jewelry market is titanium. This metal produces jewelry that is similar to the grayish shade of platinum. While it makes a good-looking ring, it is not quite as durable as tungsten.
Two-tone rings are also a trend in men's jewelry. They can combine white gold with tungsten or gold and platinum-whatever makes a bold statement. Textured surfaces are also popular. Faceted and laser matte finishes offer something different to the traditional shiny buffed finish.
Even if all he wears is a man's wedding band, there is a much larger and more fashionable selection than the gold bands of yesterday. Jewelers are having fun designing creations for this often forgotten about market. Men wear jewelry and they like to have a choice. So, whether it is a men's white gold ring for his thumb or a fabulous tungsten carbide wedding band for his ring finger, he can accessorize in style.
[ad_2]
Source by Andrew Stratton
