How to Choose the Ideal Gold Wedding Band in Singapore

The delicate gold wedding band that wraps around your finger on your wedding day embodies the love you and your partner have and keeps growing forever. A love and dedication of such sentimentality is only deserving of the best gold ring to commemorate it on a special day. That is why GM Collection is eager to assist you in choosing the ideal gold wedding ring for you; something gold and something new.

Besides decorating your fingers with golden hues and shining sparkles, a gold wedding band symbolises the union of two individuals and their promises to each other. Socially, it is a non-verbal way of saying that you are married to someone and, therefore, not romantically available. While different designs have come to the surface through modern and creative craftsmanship to represent all these meanings, the concept of a gold wedding ring is timeless and, hence, extremely adored. In this article, we talk about why you should choose a gold wedding band, key factors to consider while doing so, the hottest trend, how to shop for them, and finally, caring about your ring.

Why Choose a Gold Wedding Band?

Wedding rings could be made out of any material that is beautiful and sturdy enough. So why choose a gold wedding ring? As a piece of jewellery, someone wears often and for a prolonged period of time, compared to other jewellery, gold wedding rings have that non-reactive quality you need for its longevity. Because gold is a non-allergenic and low-reactive precious metal it makes a match made in heaven for any wedding jewellery.

Due to its timeless popularity, the versatility of a gold wedding ring is also high; whether it is a day or night it will shine the same, uplifting any outfit you wear. Additionally, the cultural and societal meaning of prosperity and good luck is associated with the metal gold and choosing gold jewellery for weddings as auspicious occasions. All these factors only amplify the sentimental value of a gold wedding ring.

Gold rings are complementary to all types of complexions without discrimination by giving a classic and unmatched radiance. They also make great companions for popular additions to wedding jewellery, such as diamonds.

Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Gold Wedding Band.

• Purity of gold

There are various types of gold you can select for your gold wedding band, all with each of their unique and positive characteristics. The type of gold is dependent on the gold purity of each ring, which determines the karat number. The highest purity of gold found in jewellery in the market is 99.9% pure gold, which you may commonly know as 24-karat gold. Due to the high quantity of the metal, 24k gold wedding rings have a strong golden tone and shine. The lower the karat and purity goes (22k, 18k, 14k, 10k) the lower the shine and yellow hue. However, in lower karats, since there is a high amount of metal alloys, the jewellery tends to be more durable.

• Colour of gold

When we think of gold, our mind paints a photo of the yellowy bright metal. But gold is more than just gold. While yellow gold may have been traditionally popular at first, other types of gold, such as white gold and rose gold, have taken the wedding industry by storm lately. White gold leans towards silver hues with a clean and modern appearance. The rhodium finish results in extra sheen and added protection for the ring; typically tends to be slightly more expensive than other types of gold. Rose gold wedding bands are more affordable; however lean towards a pink-blush coloured gold with a high amount of copper. Even with these options, yellow gold still remains adored for wedding jewellery.

• Design and Style

The concept of gold wedding bands may be solid in the figurative sense; however, may differ drastically in how it is designed and crafted. You can find gold wedding rings that range from classic traditional styles to modern futuristic styles. They could be simple, sophisticated, elegant, fun, edgy, gothic, romantic or bold. The band itself can be designed to fit your preferences or your wedding theme. It could be plain and smooth, round cut, square cut, textured, embossed, engraved or diamond-studded. You can also choose gold wedding bands with cultural symbols incorporated to give more richness and meaning.

• Comfort and Fit

The term may be a gold wedding ring, but it is not a piece of jewellery that you take off right after the ceremony ends. As an indication and a memory of your bond, you would want to wear it all the time and forever, which means it should fit you comfortably. There are different sizes of gold rings you can choose from. An ideally sized gold wedding band should slide down on your finger with a little pressure and sit snugly but without discomfort. And it should be easily taken off with a pull at the knuckle. You can measure the base of your finger or get it professionally measured to find your perfect ring size.

• Durability and Maintenance

As a daily wear jewellery, a gold wedding band should be resistant to damage so it lasts a long time and looks its best. This is why it is important to choose a gold purity that gives you the signature golden mark but also high durability, like 916 gold rings. However, all gold wedding bands need good maintenance, whether you choose to do it at home or professionally. Although some gold bands may need more attention to them than others do, especially ones with intricate designs as dust and dirt can get stuck in the crevices of the design, making it hard to clean regularly. So, if you have a busy lifestyle, you will thank yourself later if you select simpler gold bands.

• Budget and Pricing Transparency

Special occasions like weddings rarely end up staying under the decided budget. This is why it is crucial to include your gold jewellery in your budget. While not all aspects of the costs of your dream wedding may not be controllable, planning your jewellery budget can help things flow in a smooth manner. Make sure that your jeweller displays their products and prices with high transparency so that you can make an informed decision on your gold wedding band.

Popular Trends in Gold Wedding Bands

• Minimalistic Bands

Simple and sleek, minimalistic bands are the ultimate choice for a delicate, old-school romantic look on your wedding day. If the rest of your wedding ensemble leans towards a minimalistic, dainty aesthetic, this would be a great pairing for your look. As it is free of additional designs, you can stack it with any other ring effortlessly for daily wear.

• Customised and engraved bands

Engraving the initials of your partner, thumbprint, or even your wedding date can add a flare of sentimental nostalgia to your gold wedding band. You have the option to get your customisation on the outside surface or the inside surface of your band. If you are looking forward to doing this, ensure to consult your jeweller at least a few weeks ahead.

• Vintage-Inspired Bands

Into a more traditional elegant designs? Vintage styles may be mature in terms of time; however, they have not failed to compete with other designs when it comes to gold wedding bands. Retro and Art Deco are quite popular design choices for modern gold wedding bands.

How to Shop for the Perfect Gold Wedding Band in Singapore

• Research and compare options

When making an important decision like choosing your gold wedding band, it is a necessity to explore all your options in terms of gold shops and rings. Consider factors like your preference, convenience, budget, and your style when researching and comparing options to narrow down.

• In-store options and online shopping

This one is more about your convenience. In-store shopping can bring benefits like the ability to try on the ring, low risk of getting the size wrong and avoiding shipping challenges.

• Check and verification hallmarks

Hallmarks by the Singapore Assay Office are an indication, that the gold ring you are looking at is of high quality and authentic gold metal. For example,999 and 916 hallmarks can be found in 24k and 22k gold wedding bands.

• Caring for Your Gold Wedding Band
• Use lukewarm water to clean your gold wedding band regularly.
• To get rid of dirt, mix in a mild dish soap.
• Let it soak for a few minutes unless there are additions like diamonds.
• Use clean water to wash your gold band.
• Pat dry it with a clean, soft microfiber cloth.
• Choose a space with low humidity and room temperature to store it.
• Choose your perfect gold wedding band to celebrate your love

Now that you know what to look for, we are confident that you can select the perfect romantic gold wedding ring for you and your partner to mark your special day and, even better, to carry your love forward into a shared future. Don't forget to consider factors such as durability design, purity, budget and shopping preferences when selecting the gold wedding ring that makes you happy and takes care of your romantic investment.