Wedding jewelry is more than just your wedding rings. Explore the Kansas Wedding Jewelers Guide for information and suggestions when purchasing these all-important pieces.
For many Kansas couples the first choice which must be made is whether or not the groom will be selecting a ring as well as the bride. It is not a requirement for men to wear wedding bands, but many are opting to do so. If a groom spends a large part of his day working with machinery or with his hands, wearing a ring daily may be uncomfortable and dangerous. Serious injury can occur for farm workers and heavy machine operators due to rings. Some grooms choose to address this issue by only wearing their rings at night or for special occasions.
If you plan to purchase a groom's ring, consider selecting his band at the same time as the bridal pair. Most jewelers offer complete sets which match in color and style. The man's ring is usually heavier, with more defined lines, while the bride's ring has more detailing and smaller banding.
When shopping for wedding rings, find a style you both find attractive. While it is not necessary for both rings to be matched, there is a certain completeness to wedding band sets. High settings and delicate filigree can be a problem for active couples while lower settings and less detailing are not quite as trendy. Be honest about where you will wear your ring. If you are a bride who will never remove her ring, even for a softball game, tell the salesclerk. Different designs work better for different lifestyles. To save you some time or if you have a non-shopping groom, check out Rohr Jewelry, in Hutchinson. Before you visit, you can browse through pictures of more than one hundred rings on their website. Both of you can honestly decide which styles you find interesting and which you find unattractive from the comfort of your own home. While rings always look different in person and pictures cannot do justice to diamond sparkle, basic elements can be chosen to eliminate the need to see every piece a jeweler offers. Also, having an idea will also help a salesperson tailor his inventory for you.
If you live in one of the smaller towns in Kansas without access to a local jeweler, check out Jewelers of America. This website offers a search engine listing all its members across the state. Many retailers in smaller towns do not have websites, but you will find a listing of phone numbers and addresses to make your search easier. A few places, such as Regan Jewelers in Garden City, are listed on this site. If you are looking for something with high impact and a one-of-a-kind quality, this type of jewelry designer can provide high style.
While you are doing all that searching, keep an eye open for other wedding jewelry pieces. Smaller items such as broaches, pins, necklaces and earrings make great attendant gifts. Some brides choose smaller necklaces and earrings for the flower girl to match their own bridal accessories. This can be especially thoughtful if the child's dress will be made in a wedding dress style. Little girls love to share things with the bride and a copy of the wedding jewels might be the perfect gift. Keep a lookout as well for the perfect necklace to lay above your sweetheart or boat neck wedding dress. If you find a jeweler you like, this might be the person to convert your grandmother's diamond earrings into beautiful studs for your wedding day.
Reputation is everything in a jeweler and it is no different when shopping for wedding pieces. Get recommendations from friends and family to be sure of a quality retailer. Once you have selected the right person, take your time and ask as many questions as you feel necessary to make you comfortable with your purchase. After all, those rings will be on your fingers for a life time. Taking an extra day or two is no time at all.
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Kansas Wedding JewelersTake your time and choose your wedding bands carefully for truly treasured wedding jewelry.Written by: Caroline Retzer
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