Things You'll Need:
- Internet connection
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Step 1
Consider his line of work. This will determine if he can even wear a ring most of the time. If he works with his hands, you'll have to be especially careful. The piece you decide on should have a low profile. Gemstones and diamonds won't hold up as well as a plain metal band. Some careers prohibit men from wearing wedding rings at work for safety purposes. If this is the case, give him a nice chain. This way he can wear the ring on a necklace when he can't wear it on his finger.
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Step 2
Go for comfort. If the band is uncomfortable, he may never wear it. A wider ring may be more uncomfortable. Look for a ring with a comfort-fit band. These rings are designed to not pinch the finger. Then he won't have an excuse not to wear it.
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Step 3
Make the man's ring match yours. Many couples take wedding photos holding hands, with a closeup of the rings. Your wedding bands should coordinate with each other. Some jewelers include the men's band in the wedding set. If this isn't the case, you might be confused with how to translate your feminine ring into a man's ring. The rings don't have to match exactly. Choose the same metal and color of gemstone. Also stick with the same style. If you have a vintage-inspired engagement ring, look for a men's ring that is engraved or has Celtic styling.
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Step 4
Branch out in your choice of metals. The traditional metal for men's rings is gold. This can be expensive and might not hold up well if your man is tough on his jewelry. Titanium is the strongest metal on earth. It's also cheaper than gold. Choose this for a men's ring if your guy loves to be on the cutting edge.
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Step 5
Use two tones. You may want white gold and he wants yellow gold. Strike up a compromise and buy a ring with a pattern that incorporates both. This adds character to an otherwise plain wedding band. This will also match any other jewelry that he'll buy in the future. The inside of the ring might even be a different color from the outside. Consider different colors of titanium if your man is daring. You could have black or even blue metal accents for an eye-catching piece.
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Step 6
Add a little flair. Diamonds aren't just for women. Adding a gem can really personalize the ring. Look for stones that are bezel-set. This way the gems won't catch on clothing and the ring will appear more masculine. Men's rings usually have smaller accent stones that cost less money. If your engagement ring has an accent gem such as an emerald, carry this over to his ring.
