Why We Love Rose Gold Wedding Bands
Why We Love Rose Gold Wedding Bands
Rose gold is rising in popularity in all areas of the jewelry industry right now. It's become a favorite for wedding bands and engagement rings, and with good reason. Not only is rose gold beautiful and unique, but it's also versatile due to its rosy-pink hues. A rose gold wedding band is a timeless choice that you will always love. If you're looking for something not as flashy as a diamond wedding band but something that is still lustrous and eye-catching, rose gold is the right ring for you.
Let's take a look at why we're loving rose gold right now and why it makes a great wedding band. We'll also look at the properties of gold, what exactly it's made out of and we'll show you some beautiful rose gold wedding band options. Let's get started!
Why We Love Gold
The obvious reasons for loving rose gold wedding bands are that they are beautiful, timeless, and they stand out from more traditional options. As jewelry makers, the most important reason we love rose gold is that it is extremely versatile.
What makes it so versatile? Rose gold simply goes with everything. Rose gold also looks amazing on all skin tones, and it pairs well with many metals such as white gold, stainless steel, and silver. You can pair rose gold with any kind of gemstone, color, or material and works great on diamond rings. Another reason we love it is that it can look formal and casual depending on your style. It's beautiful enough for a black-tie event and down-to-earth enough for a backyard barbeque.
Later, we'll look at ways you can pair rose gold wedding band with other materials and gemstones But first, let's learn more about the properties of rose gold.
The obvious reasons for loving rose gold wedding bands are that they are beautiful, timeless, and they stand out from more traditional options. As jewelry makers, the most important reason we love rose gold is that it is extremely versatile.
What makes it so versatile? Rose gold simply goes with everything. Rose gold also looks amazing on all skin tones, and it pairs well with many metals such as white gold, stainless steel, and silver. You can pair rose gold with any kind of gemstone, color, or material and works great on diamond rings. Another reason we love it is that it can look formal and casual depending on your style. It's beautiful enough for a black-tie event and down-to-earth enough for a backyard barbeque.
Later, we'll look at ways you can pair rose gold wedding band with other materials and gemstones But first, let's learn more about the properties of rose gold.
What is Rose Gold?
It might be surprising to know that rose gold is not 100% gold. Rose gold is a combination of classic yellow gold and copper. Sometimes it will include silver. The addition of copper is what gives rose gold its beautiful rosy color. Rose gold and copper both have their pros and cons in their separate forms, but it ultimately depends on your personal choice!
The fact that rose gold is not 100% gold does not make it any less valuable. You can still get a high karat rose gold with the purity you want. Most rose gold is 75% pure gold and 25% copper, which makes it 18 karats. Even yellow gold isn't made of just pure gold because pure gold on its own is very soft. Rose gold is available in 10k, 14k, and 18k.
The addition of copper makes gold rose rings stronger than 100% gold jewelry. Copper is one of the most durable jewelry materials, which gives rose gold a clear advantage. Another advantage of rose gold is although copper on its own will oxidize and can turn you finger green, rose gold will not tarnish or oxidize! This is great news if you're considering a rose gold wedding band since you will wear it every day and want it to be durable and hypoallergenic. Overall, rose gold is relatively low-maintenance and ages wonderfully over its lifetime, making for a great choice for a wedding ring or anniversary band.
It might be surprising to know that rose gold is not 100% gold. Rose gold is a combination of classic yellow gold and copper. Sometimes it will include silver. The addition of copper is what gives rose gold its beautiful rosy color.
The fact that it's not 100% gold does not make rose gold any less valuable. You can still get a high karat rose gold with the purity you want. Most rose gold is 75% pure gold and 25% copper, which makes it 18 karats. Even yellow gold isn't made of just pure gold because pure gold on its own is very soft. Rose gold is available in 10k, 14k, and 18k.
The addition of copper makes gold rose rings stronger than 100% gold jewelry. Copper is one of the most durable jewelry materials, which gives rose gold a clear advantage. Another advantage of rose gold is although copper on its own will oxidize and can turn you finger green, rose gold will not tarnish or oxidize! This is great news if you're considering a rose gold wedding band since you will wear it every day and want it to be durable and hypoallergenic. Overall, rose gold is relatively low-maintenance and ages wonderfully over its lifetime, making for a great choice for a wedding ring or anniversary band.
It might be surprising to know that rose gold is not 100% gold. Rose gold is a combination of classic yellow gold and copper. Sometimes it will include silver. The addition of copper is what gives rose gold its beautiful rosy color.
The fact that it's not 100% gold does not make rose gold any less valuable. You can still get a high karat rose gold with the purity you want. Most rose gold is 75% pure gold and 25% copper, which makes it 18 karats. Even yellow gold isn't made of just pure gold because pure gold on its own is very soft. Rose gold is available in 10k, 14k, and 18k.
The addition of copper makes gold rose rings stronger than 100% gold jewelry. Copper is one of the most durable jewelry materials, which gives rose gold a clear advantage. Another advantage of rose gold is although copper on its own will oxidize and can turn you finger green, rose gold will not tarnish or oxidize! This is great news if you're considering a rose gold wedding band since you will wear it every day and want it to be durable and hypoallergenic. Overall, rose gold is relatively low-maintenance and ages wonderfully over its lifetime, making for a great choice for a wedding ring or anniversary band.
Cons of Rose Gold Wedding Bands
There are very few cons to rose gold wedding bands, but you should be aware of them anyway. The first is that rose gold is not as hypoallergenic as other wedding band materials since it includes copper. If you have a copper allergy, you may break out when you wear rose gold jewelry. Rose gold will still not tarnish or oxidize, but since it does contain copper, those with copper allergies should be wary.
The other downside to rose gold is that it is not as scratch-resistant as other types of gold, especially white gold. However, rose gold can be easily polished by a jeweler to look new again. You can also clean it at home in just a few minutes with warm water, dish soap, salt, and baking soda. The most durable rose gold will be 10K rose gold since 10K contains less gold than 18K and 14K rose gold. The rule of thumb with gold rings is the more gold contained in the alloy, the more valuable it is (obviously) but the less durable it is.
There are very few cons to rose gold wedding bands, but you should be aware of them anyway. The first is that rose gold is not as hypoallergenic as other wedding band materials since it includes copper. If you have a copper allergy, you may break out when you wear rose gold jewelry. Rose gold will still not tarnish or oxidize, but since it does contain copper, those with copper allergies should be wary.
The other downside to rose gold is that it is not as scratch-resistant as other types of gold, especially white gold. However, rose gold can be easily polished by a jeweler to look new again. You can also clean it at home in just a few minutes with warm water, dish soap, salt, and baking soda. The most durable rose gold will be 10K rose gold since 10K contains less gold than 18K and 14K rose gold. The rule of thumb with gold rings is the more gold contained in the alloy, the more valuable it is (obviously) but the less durable it is.
Our Favorite Rose Gold Wedding Bands
Patrick Adair Designs is known for adventurous and unique looks, and our rose gold collection is no different.
A customer favorite is the Meteorite and Carbon Fiber Ring with a rose gold liner. This handmade ring features a stunning combination of 10k rose gold, meteorite, and carbon fiber. It's lightweight, durable, and absolutely beautiful. If you're looking for a new anniversary ring that stands out, this is it.
Another one of our best sellers is our Meteorite Ring with Real Gold Liner. If you hadn't noticed we love using meteorite in any way we can and rose gold pairs perfectly with the darker meteorite. We honestly cannot get enough of this ring. It's absolutely stunning from any and every angle.
If meteorite isn't quite your thing, don't worry! We also have a pure ten-karat rose gold wedding band. It's oxidation and rust-free and comes with a lifetime guarantee. It's a more understated choice that still stands out because of its beautiful pink hue. Our rose gold rope stackable ring is also a lovely option for men's wedding bands. It's thinner and pairs perfectly with another ring, or you can wear it on its own since the rope design still makes it stand out. If you don't get this one as a wedding band, it makes a great anniversary gift down the road.
METEORITE AND CARBON FIBER RING
PURE ROSE GOLD RING
