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Today, we’re talking about rings.
See, I have this fab engagement ring that I picked out. Mr. Foxy gave the obligatory “If you’re happy, I’m happy” head nod to it, so it was mine, in its sparkly, halo-y goodness.
More gratuitous ring photos ahead!
Boom.
Here’s the issue: that halo? Is a bitch to match with a wedding band.
I have literally been searching for one since the week after we got engaged, when I realized, “Oh hey, maybe a halo isn’t quite as super fabulous as I thought.” (Who am I kidding? I love it!)
I know this is a common problem, especially now that halo rings are so in style. Y’all told me so here, here, and here. And here. And many other pages as well.
It’s comforting to know I’m not alone, but still annoying to have to try and find a solution.
Possible options:
1. Suck it up and get a contoured band.
Image via Jared Jewelers
Image via alishadhs4 on the boards (Hiii!)
My issue with this is that I really want to be able to wear the wedding ring on its own, if I so prefer. And I personally am not a fan of the curvy/square cutout thing a contoured band does, although I’m more open to it now than I was awhile ago.
2. Just get a regular band and have a bit of a gap between the e-ring and wedding ring.
Image via magbride6351 on the boards (Hiii!)
I think hers look seriously great together, but every band I’ve tried with my e-ring just didn’t look as good—I’d just like it to “match” a little more, I think.
3. Be a a two-hand-ring gal: e-ring on one ring finger, wedding band on the other. However, I don’t really like that idea because I have my Elsa Peretti open-heart ring that I love to wear on my right hand and would prefer to not have to stop wearing it.
I guess you could say I don’t really need an official “wedding band.” And I would disagree with you. I want and need a wedding band.
Besides, I think I may have found a solution.
4. Get a criss-cross/crossover/infinity band.
It is next to impossible to find pictures showing exactly what I mean by this. Mrs. Pain au Chocolat has the closest example I could find:
Now that is A LOT of bling. But see how the criss-cross design kind of “frames” the halo ring? I think it flatters the split-shank band really well, too.
Some examples:
Image via Littman Jewelers / Image via Kwiat
The only real trick would be to make sure the angle of the V that the bands make is deep/shallow enough to flatter my e-ring. Fortunately, I have a little secret that should ensure a perfect fit, should I choose this route!
Anyone else with a halo e-ring? What are your thoughts on a (non)matching band??
I LOVE the criss-cross option. I’m hearing you on the hard-to-match thing, too. I don’t have a halo, but I have my mom’s engagement ring, which is an heirloom and has quite a wide band and is 14K gold and comfort fit. With gold being JESUS SUPER EXPENSIVE, we got a 10K channel set wedding band. It’s lovely with the e-ring, or without, but with the e-ring it 1. pushes the e-ring so close to my knuckle I have a ring finger muffin top 2. Is a harder alloy so would wear away the 14K e-ring over time by rubbing and 3. is not a comfort fit, so there’s a mismatch that would drive me nuts.
So I’m wearing the eRing on the right hand for special occasions, and the wedding band solo on the ring finger.
Maybe.
What a great idea! I love the one with black diamonds! It’d make a great RHR too!
I love the criss-cross band! I should have looked into that. Very Rachel Zoe-ish.
I too have a halo setting and I wouldn’t change it for the world! It is set up a little high so that I could do a flush fit band. It is an oval though so the top diamond will overlap the wedding band slightlly. I am cool with it though becuase I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect ring!
I’m struggling with the same thing…and thanks to your post I’m really lovvving the criss-cross option. Thanks Fox!
I’ll admit I wasn’t a fan of the contoured rings with my band at first either, but I have grown to love them! I ended up getting two contoured bands (identical the the one you posted) and it worked out pretty much perfectly (though I’m down to just one band now with my puffy pregger fingers)
I worried and worried about this as well. Me e-ring came with a matching contoured band and it just looked… off. FI to the rescue!! On my 30th he gave me a second contour band and voila!! Blinging and beautiful.
I was hoping to wear my wedding band separate as well, but in the end I probably won’t be caught without my new beauty!
I love the criss cross! It’s so pretty! It matches your e-ring perfectly. I agree with you about contour rings, they just don’t look super fab alone. And what about detail shots on the big day? Don’t you want shots with all 3 rings? Can you imagine that with your wedding ring having a big ol’ hole in it? I digress. I think you found a fantastic solution! Well done!
@Miss Ladyfingers: lol finger muffintop (I so have that!) funniest thing I have heard all day!
Hi there ring twin ,
You and I (had) the same engagement ring , i loved this ring so much cause it is so different and it suited my long fingers perfectly . However i too had the problem with finding the perfect band for it ,so i traded in for a different ring . Funny how i saw those criss cross bands as well but never thought to use them as a wedding band . After seeing this option , and how madly i love it ( even though i prefer less rings) , i want my initial ring back . God knows how many other rings i compared it with before i settled for another one i am still in the process of loving .
I love the criss-cross option, I can’t wait to see what you choose to compliment your gorgeous engagement ring!
Ooooh…. I am now officially intrigued by the criss-cross band option. I just got my square w/halo e-ring and that basket underneath is pretty but will be a pain to fit to (and I do NOT like the gap option).
FI did mention maybe a narrow wrap on either side in sapphire to match my center stone and I’m liking that idea, but the criss-cross is a an excellent Plan B!
Ahhhh!! I’m struggling with this as well! I don’t want an enhancer ring either. My band on my e-ring is pretty thick so I’m thinking I might not have a band. Good luck with your decsion!
I have a slightly different problem as I’m shopping for a wedding band. My wedding ring has diamonds set in the side of it (http://www.littmanjewelers.com/Products/EW_E_WhiteGold/1288034.aspx?p=1) and I can’t figure out what kind of wedding band is going to look best with it!
Hi! I have a halo ring as well, however i had mine made so it sits higher and i can wear a regular band with it. However, in reading this post i was wondering if you could talk to a jeweler and see if they could make you a band (or maybe bands) that would fit under your ring. You’d be suprised with what they can do within your budget!!
Finding a band was super difficult for me! I really love the criss-cross look for you and am rootin’ for it 
Regardless, you are absolutely going to find the perfect band to flatter your gorgeous e-ring!
@Miss Ladyfingers: Oh wow, so many factors that need to be considered! It would never have occurred to me about the metal difference and it wearing away on the e-ring. I hope you (maybe) love your ultimate decision!
@Miss Porcupine: RZ reference? Now I NEED to get the criss-cross band, lol!
@SaraP2012: I loveee the halo rings that sit up high and allow for a band to sit flush.. I just wasn’t even thinking about it when I picked mine out!
@Miss Honey: Yay! Of course!
@Mrs. Locket: Omgosh, finger muffintop. Awesome description.
@Mrs. Lumberjack: I do like the look of the double contoured bands, but I feel like if I did that I’d have rings past my knuckle because of how thick the band on my ering alone is!
@ohhlala: I hope you end up loving your new ring! Or.. you know.. re-upgrading for an anniversary
@thirdtimebride: I like the sapphire accent idea!@abby: So interesting. My personal opinion is that your band should also have those diamonds on the side so you don’t lose the effect, you know? The ring is beyond gorgeous.
@cheesy potates: That’s exactly what we’re probably doing!!
hmm glad you posted this. I am having trouble with a band for my ring and kind of like that crisscross optoin. new consideration!
Hahaha, love you Miss Fox. I totally also wanted to be able to wear my wedding band solo, even though the WHOLE point of getting my ultra dainty e-ring was so that I can wear it all the time and never ever take it off. I just wanted the choice! 
Like you… I also picked the e-ring out myself and after the fact was like “Eff balls, why didn’t I get a set that matches? Damnit!”
I love the criss cross idea and I hope you do it!! 
Did you ever see the photo of my wedding band? It’s a two-band crossover. I had a tough time finding ANY wedding band I liked and the jeweler could not locate a crossover band… so we went the custom route. Best of luck to you in your ring search!
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Miss Fox, Washington DC/Havre de Grace, MD Age and Occupation: 26, Massage Therapist Fiance's Age and Occupation: 28, Field Support Engineer Engagement Date: April 18, 2010 Wedding Date: June 2012 Venue: Vandiver Inn About Me: I’m a dancer turned massage therapist who was born and raised in New York. Alas, true love has brought me “south” where I still maintain my penchants for pretty shoes, wine, crossword puzzles, cherry blossoms, and the Mets. I own more sunglasses than a normal person should and don’t eat red meat (though I make up for it by eating my weight in sushi). I tend to be a big planner who likes to get things started early, but generally end up being indecisive and procrastinating when it comes down to it. I have a (not so) secret crush on Chris Carrabba, but my loyalty and love ultimately goes to the future hubs, of course! Together, my Foxy man and I love to discuss (read: debate) politics and current events, have Mario Kart and Scrabble duels, and just laugh. A lot. We’re hoping and planning for a laid back, fun, summery, rustic vibe to our June wedding that will be genuinely “us” – that is, if we finally make some decisions. Huzzah!
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