In 1477, Archduke Maximilian of Austria gifted his intended, Mary of Burgundy, a gold ring with the letter “M” marked out in diamonds as a betrothal present; this small ring—the first recorded diamond engagement ring in history—began a wildfire, as engagement rings steadily increased in popularity over time. While engagement rings for women have flourished with new styles, gemstones, and settings appearing almost yearly since their 1477 debut, men’s wedding bands unfortunately lagged behind. Until the mid-1900s, it wasn’t even that common for married men to wear a wedding band! Perhaps because making a band durable enough to withstand daily wear was difficult, or perhaps because men shied away from things they felt may threaten their perceived masculinity, the move towards wearing wedding bands was slow and reluctant, and the standard design has more or less remained the same for over a century. But 2022 has just rolled around, and these archaic beliefs that a man can’t enjoy jewelry without being somehow less of a man are just plain ridiculous. Here at Deutsch, we believe jewelry is for everyone, and everyone is free to express themselves. Deviate from the norm for your upcoming wedding, and select an unusual or unique men’s wedding band that shows the world who you really are.
If a unique color is most important to you, consider:
Multi-tone wedding bands for men
Your wedding day is supposed to be the day you can be your true self, standing before the person you love most and all your loved ones as you make a promise for forever. For the man with adventure in his soul, a mixed-material or multi-tone wedding band can express all the playfulness and color of your true self. Men’s wedding bands like the 9mm three-tone Ammara Stone Comfort-fit Design Wedding Band, which features an intersecting geometric pattern in 14k rose gold and black titanium, are brimming with fun and personality, without becoming gaudy or distracting. We think this mixed-metal wedding band has perfect pitch—don’t you?
Black wedding bands for men
Black is the preferred color for most formal attire for a reason: it is beautiful, mysterious, sophisticated, timeless, and universally flattering. Black wedding bands have all these benefits and more, thanks to just how uncommon they are. Wherever he goes, a man with a black wedding band exudes class and coolness, standing out from the crowd while still maintaining an aura of mystery. When it comes to the materials used to make black wedding bands as well, they tend to be much sturdier than standard gold or platinum, so scratches, wear and tear, and chips are much less common with these alternative metal wedding rings. This makes black wedding rings, like Forge’s Black Cobalt Chrome Comfort-Fit Design Wedding Band or Black Titanium Comfort-fit Design Wedding Band perfect for men who work with their hands. LBD is out; LBB (Little Black Band) is in!
If a unique material is most important to you, consider:
Diamond wedding bands for men
A little bling is never a bad thing! For the dia-man who likes a little sparkle, diamond wedding bands are a natural choice. Diamond wedding bands don’t have to be overwhelming, either; sophisticated designs like the diamond-studded Comfort-Fit Diamond Wedding Band by Benchmark can incorporate just a little bit of glamor to go a long way. This diamond men’s wedding band features 8 four-point diamonds burnish-set along the silky surface of an 8mm satin-finish 14k white gold band, bringing a touch of opulence, elegance, and dimension to the classic white gold wedding band.
Wood wedding bands for men
Some people are born with an innate connection to Mother Earth. These people grow up with green thumbs, with a love for plants and animals, with a passion for farming, hiking, or woodworking. For the man with the forest in his soul, a wood wedding band can make for a meaningful and sentimental—or should we say, sappy—jewelry choice. Designs like the Cobalt and Rosewood Comfort-Fit Design Wedding Band by Forge incorporate natural elements, like beautiful red rosewood, with more industrial materials, like cobalt. Here, in a perfect union, the world of man and nature meet in a breathtaking display. Perhaps it is perfect for your union too.
If a unique style is most important to you, consider:
Vintage-inspired wedding bands for men
Old souls are born with the stories of years long since passed engraved on their hearts. They may show that appreciation of the past differently—collecting relics and antiquities, searching old bookshops for a rare first edition, or studying historical architecture or fashion—but deeply embedded in their nature is a respect for history. For the man who finds himself drawn to the past, consider a historical or vintage-inspired wedding band, like Benchmark’s Victorian-inspired Comfort-Fit Design Wedding Band. Boasting an ornate floral script inspired by the Victorians’ penchant for sumptuous botanical designs, this 14k white gold wedding band emanates an air of elegance that had seemingly been lost to time.