Diamond wedding bands for women
Diamond wedding bands for women set small stones into a thin ring of gold, platinum or sterling silver. The stones are held in one of three ways. In a pavé setting, tiny diamonds sit close together with small beads of metal between them, so the band looks like a strip of sparkle. In a channel setting, the diamonds sit in a groove between two walls of metal, which protects their edges. In a prong setting, small claws lift each stone so more light reaches it.
The next choice is how far the diamonds go around the finger. A half eternity band has diamonds across the top and bare metal underneath. That bare metal is what makes it easier to resize. A full eternity band has stones all the way around, which leaves no bare metal to stretch or trim, so the size needs to be right from the start.
If the terms are new to you, our guide to types of wedding rings describes each style in everyday language.
Choosing a width
Width is how wide the band looks across the top of the finger. A thin band worn under an engagement ring reads as delicate, and it leaves the center stone as the main feature. Thin bands also stack well, so a second or third ring can be added later. A wider band worn alone stands on its own and covers more of the finger.
Neither one is better. The right width depends on the ring it sits beside and on how you use your hands. A band that looks right alone can crowd a small ring, and a very thin band can look lost next to a large stone. Try a few widths against your engagement ring before you decide. Comfort matters as well, since you will wear the band every day.
Our guide on how to choose a wedding band covers width, metal and fit in more detail. If you want to build a stack over time, start with our .
