All About Black Wedding Bands

Patrick Adair Designs

Wedding rings are a symbol of eternal love. After all, their perfectly round band is like a never ending infinity loop, and their glistening gleam shows off the shining beauty of your affections.

Recently, however, this glistening gleam has changed to a sleek and fashionable matte beauty. Black wedding rings are becoming more and more popular. But why exactly have black wedding bands become such a trend?

ead on to learn what they symbolize, why they're a popular choice, and what styles are available to you.

WHY BLACK WEDDING BANDS?

Black wedding rings are simply a mark of good taste. These bands are gorgeous and come in a huge number of styles. There are a lot of amazing options that you can choose from, which means that everyone will find a black ring that their loved one is sure to enjoy.

You may be wondering how this is the case- after all, how many varieties of black can there truly be? As it turns out, black materials such as meteorite, carbon fiber, and Damascus all have different qualities that provide them with unique appearances.

Black is a color that goes great with virtually anything. That along with white will pretty much fit with any outfit that you wear on a daily basis. This makes black wedding bands extremely versatile.

Black wedding bands are also much easier to maintain and keep clean since the dark color will hide most dust and grime that builds up over time.

A SYMBOLIC STATEMENT

Though black wedding rings are sometimes just a sign of awesome taste, they also can be symbolically meaningful to the wearer. These bands are a symbol of strength and courage as well as strong convictions and beliefs. They're meant to showcase that the person wearing it is resilient, convicted, and will not stray from the path of their love.

Often times, both people in a relationship will wear black rings. This is not only an awesome way to feel connected to your partner by matching, but it also is a sign of strength.

HISTORY OF BLACK RINGS

When Greco-Roman couples were married in ancient times, they would often exchange rings carved from black onyx. This material was a type of black quartz and was a status symbol as well as a statement of eternal love. Sometimes, they would be used as signet rings to show family pride and prove that they were in an upper-class family.

Today, some couples- especially those interested in history- will use black rings to pay homage to this old tradition. They do not always use onyx, though some choose to. Nowadays, there are other durable and attractive materials to choose from that did not exist in 1st-century Rome.

PRACTICALITY

In addition to being beautiful, symbolic, and interesting, some couples choose black wedding rings as a practical necessity. Many people work in jobs that use manual labor such as construction and manufacturing. These professions use tools and machinery that could scratch metal bands and crush even the hardest gemstones.

It would be sad to forego wearing a symbol of love because of practicality while on the job, but many people are forced to do this. However, durable black metal or rings are growing in popularity because of their hardness and strength.

These rings can be worn in all sorts of conditions without breaking, which can provide peace of mind to the wearer.

A FASHION MUST

Practicalities are important, but many sacrifices also must be made for style and fashion. If you're someone with a large wardrobe, especially one in multiple colors, you know how difficult it can be to match the hues and styles of your outfit with the jewelry that you want to wear.

Black is a neutral hue that you can pair with literally any color or combination. You never need to worry about your outfit clashing with your wedding ring. Plus, since all-black outfits are in style lately, you can't go wrong with a wedding ring that matches this attire!

Black wedding rings are also perfect for professionals who need to wear serious office attire every day. They're sleek and look awesome with a pressed suit. Women can also wear them!

BLACK WEDDING RINGS

No matter what your personal sense of style dictates, there is a black wedding band out there for you. If you're looking for a classic band that looks elegant on all occasions, you may like to get a Pure Carbon Fiber Ring. Carbon Fiber is extremely durable and its beautiful twill-weave pattern adds a very subtle visual appeal without being too overpowering. The same applies to our out-of-this-world Meteorite Rings. These are distinct because the unique Widmanstätten patterns give the ring a natural appeal.

Other options for black ring enthusiasts include our Glowstone rings. These custom rings have options with multiple types of black metal and stones. Each piece is completely custom and will make for a unique addition to any jewelry collection

METEORITE

Made from authentic Muonionalusta Meteorite

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EMBER

Black Fire Opal, Meteorite Shavings, and Amethyst done on Black Ceramic

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CARBON FIBER

Aerospace Grade Carbon Fiber in a beautiful twill-weave pattern

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So, what does a black wedding band mean? It can be symbolic, a throwback to history, or a pragmatic alternative to traditional bands.

Contact us with any questions that you have about our black rings or any other rings that we offer. We're happy to discuss the options available to you, discuss personal engravings, and create a plan to finance your purchase. We're excited for you to reach out!