A wedding ring is worn every day for the rest of your life, so it should fit the hand, the engagement ring and the person wearing it. We design and make each band on our own bench in London, matching metal, profile and finish to the ring it will sit beside, or making it to stand alone.
Three families of band
Most clients begin with one of three forms. A plain metal band is quiet and durable, and it ages well. A diamond-set band carries stones across part or all of its width, adding light without competing with the centre stone. A shaped or fitted band is cut to follow the engagement ring's profile so the two meet flush, with no gap between them.
Shaped bands matter most when the engagement ring has a low setting or a wide gallery. A wishbone band dips to clear a solitaire and frames it on both sides, which suits many solitaire rings. If you would prefer a full line of diamonds, an eternity ring can serve as the wedding band itself.
Metals and finishes
We work in platinum and 18ct white, yellow and rose gold. The usual aim is to match the wedding ring to the engagement ring, since two different metals worn together will wear and reflect differently over time. Platinum is dense and holds a soft grey colour. White gold is plated with rhodium for brightness and is re-plated periodically as part of normal care. Our metals guide explains how each metal wears over time.
Finish should also agree across the pair, whether polished, brushed or matte. We can match an existing ring closely, and every piece carries a UK hallmark.
Profiles, widths and comfort fit
The profile is the cross-section of the band. The three common choices each feel different on the hand.
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Court: rounded inside and out, the most comfortable for daily wear and the usual default.
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D-shape: flat inside, curved outside, a traditional and slightly more substantial feel.
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Flat: flat faces with squared edges, a cleaner, more modern line.
Width is chosen to balance the engagement ring; a narrow band suits a delicate setting, a wider one a bolder design. A comfort fit, with a gently domed inner surface, slides on more easily and is worth considering for a snug knuckle. We confirm size in the studio, and our ring size guide explains how sizing is taken.
Diamonds in set bands
Diamond-set wedding rings can be channel-set, claw-set or grain-set, each holding the stones a little differently. We offer both natural and laboratory-grown diamonds, independently graded, so you can choose by budget and preference. Diamond is the hardest gemstone and well suited to daily wear, though any stone set near the finger's edge benefits from an occasional check of its setting.
Common questions
Should the wedding ring match the engagement ring exactly?
It should agree, rather than be identical. Matching the metal and finish keeps the pair looking like one set, while the wedding band's width and any diamonds are chosen to support the engagement ring instead of overwhelming it.
Do I need a shaped band?
Only if a straight band would not sit flush against your engagement ring. Rings with raised or angled settings often leave a gap that a fitted or wishbone band closes. We assess this at the studio with your ring in hand.
How much does a bespoke wedding ring cost?
Price depends on metal, width and how many diamonds are set. As a guide to our wider work, settings start from £800 and complete bespoke engagement rings start from £1,500. We give a firm quote once the design is agreed.
To begin, book a consultation at our London studio, or read more about our bespoke engagement rings if you are designing both together.
