Engagement Rings

Pairing a Wedding Band

An engagement ring and wedding band are worn together for years. Considering their fit early keeps the pairing effortless.

Side profile of an engagement ring whose raised gallery clears a straight wedding band, allowing the two rings to sit flush

Flush fit

The head and gallery clear the band path, so a straight wedding band can sit beside the engagement ring with little or no visible gap.

Side profile of an engagement ring whose basket blocks a straight wedding band, leaving a visible gap

Non-flush fit

The basket or gallery protrudes into the band path. A straight band stops short and leaves a visible gap; a contour may be considered.

Actual clearance—not profile height alone—determines whether a straight band can sit flush

Flush-fit, contour or gap

A flush-fit ring lets a straight band sit directly against it. Low halos, wide heads or cathedral shoulders may call for a contoured band that curves around them, or for a deliberate gap.

Proportion and metal

A band close to your engagement ring’s width usually looks balanced. Matching metals feel cohesive; mixed metals can be intentional. Keep in mind that metals of different hardness can wear against each other over time.

Try them together

The best way to judge a pairing is on the hand. Our atelier can show compatible bands during a private appointment.