Upgrading an engagement ring or wedding band is a great way to show your wife how much you care and that you’re paying attention to her favourite piece of jewelry. Plus, a skilled jeweler can help make her ring even more personal and meaningful by customizing it exactly how she wants.
Let’s talk about how you can have a ring improved or personalized and why you should.
Reasons to Upgrade an Engagement Ring or Wedding Band
There are plenty of reasons to upgrade, and here’s why you should go for it:
- Valentine’s Day (why not surprise her?)
- Wedding Anniversary (make the celebration even more special)
- Sudden influx of cash (hello, bonus!)
- Symbolizing renewed commitment (because every relationship evolves)
- Relationship shake-up (sometimes a fresh start deserves a fresh ring)
- Changes in style (her tastes might change over time)
Once you’ve decided on a reason, the next step is figuring out what changes you want to make to the ring. Personalizing a ring shows how well you know her and what she loves.
Ways to Upgrade an Engagement Ring
There are a ton of ways to customize her engagement ring or wedding band. Pick one (or more!) of these ideas:
Change the Centre Stone
Want to up the sparkle factor? Swap out the center stone for a bigger one or try a different cut. A fancy diamond with a different cut (but same size) can catch the light in all the right ways, making the ring shine even more.
Switch the Type of Metal
If her style has changed, consider switching up the metal. Maybe she’s not feeling yellow gold anymore? Try white gold, platinum, or even titanium for a fresh look.
Surprise with a Hidden Diamond
Here’s a subtle, yet meaningful upgrade: have a jeweler add a tiny diamond beneath the center stone so it’s only visible from certain angles. It’s a bold way to show just how deep your commitment is.
Add Side Stones
Adding more precious stones set alongside the main one shows prosperity. Gems of different colours can add extra pop to an already excellent setting.
Incorporate Sentimental Stones
If she has a gemstone with sentimental value (maybe a family heirloom?), why not incorporate it into the ring? A good jeweler will be excited to take on the challenge, and it’ll make the ring even more meaningful. (Just make sure to ask her first!)
Get a Ring Enhancer
This is a way to alter the band so it has more size and presence. There are a few types to choose from:
- Jackets: Partially or fully encase the band in a metal of your choice.
- Guards: This is an added layer on the sides of the band, often with extra stones. This option changes the ring’s appearance a lot but keeps it recognizable.
- Wraps: These curve around the ring for style and extra protection.
There are so many ways you can combine these ideas to give her ring a total makeover! Once you’ve figured out the customizations you want, the next step is to get in touch with a talented jeweler.
Let Leduc Goldsmiths Customize Your Engagement Ring or Wedding Band!
At Leduc Goldsmiths, we’ve been a family business serving Leduc, Alberta, since 1989. We’ve got a ton of experience working with different metals and jewelry designs, and we’d love to help you upgrade your engagement ring or wedding band.
We also design, sell, and engrave rings, so whether you’re looking to customize an existing ring or start from scratch, we’ve got you covered. As members of the Better Business Bureau and the Canadian Jewelers Association, you can trust that we’ll deliver quality work every time.
Ready to make your ring vision a reality? Get in touch with us today!