Wedding Bands

Wedding bands are the jewelry two people wear all day, for many years. So beauty alone isn't enough; the rings also have to be comfortable and durable. Wedding bands at Thảo Linh are made in pairs, in 14K or 18K gold, in white and yellow. There are plain bands, bands set with a row of lab-grown diamonds along the face, and bands set with baguette stones side by side like a strip of light. The women's and men's rings share the same lines so you can tell they're a pair, but the men's band is usually thicker and wider to balance a larger hand. The inside of the band is rounded, so it's comfortable all day, even when washing hands or sleeping. This is the detail our workshop takes the most care over, because only the wearer feels it. Plain or stone-set? Plain bands are the most durable and easy to resize later. Stone-set bands sparkle more, but stones set all the way round make resizing very difficult, and the prongs should be checked regularly. Many couples compromise: a stone-set band for her, a plain band for him. 14K or 18K? 14K gold is harder, scratches less and suits everyday wear. 18K gold has a warmer, deeper colour but is softer, so scratches show sooner. On sizing, come to the shop together and measure in the afternoon, when fingers are at their largest. Wide bands fit more snugly, so go about half a size up. The inside of the bands can be engraved with both your initials and your wedding date; settle the size first, then engrave. To keep your rings bright: take them off for heavy work or swimming. White gold turns slightly ivory after long wear, and re-plating makes it white as new. If stones look dull, soak in warm water with a little dish soap and brush gently with a soft brush.