Men and women straying from the usual gold bands, now have new exciting engagement ring and wedding band options with the innovation of embedded titanium rings. For men especially, the titanium ring market has exploded with a new world of masculine options. Traditionally, the "Big Day" caters to the bride, from the proposal to the honeymoon; most of the choices are made without the future husband. Now, when the ceremony gets to the words, "With this ring, I thee wed", men finally have the opportunity to be a little more involved in the excitement instead of just being marked with a band.
Whether you fall into the category of opposites attract or two peas in a pod, you can now keep your own identity or share each other’s with a huge inlay and design selection. Styles ranging from multiple bands of wood, to stone windows framed in gold are becoming "The New Wedding Ring". Titanium Rings with inlaid diamond stars in tropical scenes are replacing the usual diamond set in four prongs. Couples are choosing matching ring sets made from the same cut of wood and stone elements to create a symbol of connection. Busy professionals and networking enthusiasts joining in holy matrimony are requesting custom engravings with their initials and logos. Artists, musicians, and people embracing culture and spirituality are exchanging rings embellished with tribal patterns and symbols of their passions. The list goes on and on because the canvas has endless possibilities; a welcomed evolution for the jewelry industry, breaking demographic barriers by offering a design for everyone.
Inlaid titanium ring design diversity has brought elegance and value to "freestyle" by combining earth's gifts with man's perception. From the muddy trails of the rainforest to the flashing lights of the Red Carpet, one ring can be appropriate for every event in your life. Titanium embedded with wood, opals, gems, and even Kevlar, has the comfort, durability, and striking beauty to venture every climb no matter what shoe is required. You have the freedom to empower your lifestyle and interpret your unique and impeccable taste without you having to speak a word. When choosing your custom creation, remember to showcase your charm and you will be surprised what you will learn about the people who notice.
SIZING AT YOUR LOCAL JEWELER
When choosing a titanium ring, especially for your engagement or wedding band, finding the correct size is the first step. Titanium, unlike most precious metals, cannot be bent or stretched to fit your finger; so getting a proper measurement is important. Your local jewelers can assist you with a complimentary sizing, but just popping in to the corner store for a quick fitting may not give you the most accurate result. One variable is that every jeweler has different sizing equipment and who is to say whose is the most precise. The second consideration depends on the time and temperature, both causing your finger size to change. I have heard it suggested to go to the same jeweler three different times of the day and have them size you, but what if you get three different results, which do you choose? This technique can be embarrassing to you and frustrating for a jeweler not making a sale; not to mention, a wedding schedule rarely allows time to go anywhere once, let alone thrice.
SIZING ONLINE
Some websites come with a sizing graph which some people find a convenient at home solution. Let me tell you from firsthand experience, this paper or string-around-the-finger measurement design is the most unreliable of all. It seems to be a logical, mathematically sound procedure, ensuring accuracy, but our company tried this with our first websites and 99% of our returns were sizing issues from people attempting to self-size. Although the operation sounds easy on paper it takes real hand-coordination to perform the maneuvers described, and it can be dangerous if people try to cut the string while it is still on their finger. The bottom line is neither string nor paper are good materials to measure for metal. Sizing your finger with a plastic ring from a gumball machine would have better results.
THE BEST WAY TO GET THE SIZE RIGHT
Our suggestion, which has proven to have the best precision rate in 15+ years of making titanium rings for men, women, and children in sizes ranging from 2-20; is...send us a ring that fits you. There are just two small possible inconveniences with this approach; number one, you may have to part with your favorite ring for a short time. Number two; if you send in a gold or silver ring, chances are it is not perfectly round as it has probably conformed to the shape of your finger, so we will have to reshape it to get an accurate size. In other words, your ring may not fit the same when we return it, but will return to its former shape after reuniting with your finger. One last option is to go to the street fair and but an inexpensive ring that fits; remember to take the width into account.
IF ALL ELSE FAILS
Sizing up the situation, if all else fails, Hawaii Titanium Rings has helpful and friendly customer service and our return policy is easy on the pocketbook. We are here to help make your engagement, wedding, or any occasion fun and exciting, igniting memories with a glance at your hand.
Call or email us with any size or design questions, we are dedicated to helping you complete your special day.
Aloha from the Ohana at Hawaii Titanium Rings!
808-327-4647
shana@hawaiititaniumrings.com
Jerry Guire, the owner and founder of Hawaii Titanium Rings, stands with artist, Jason Denaro(right), in front of the mural painted on the walls of our new Artist's Studio on the Big Island of Hawaii. Jason finished just before our May 25, 2012 opening, creating an incredible Island Scene, breathing life into the Hawaii Titanium Ring Showroom. Located above Costco in the Kaloko Light Industrial Area, our Studio is open Monday thru Friday 9-5. We welcome you to come in and sit down with our experienced design assistants to help with your custom layout.
The original gallery is still located on Alii Drive in downtown Kona at the 3-way stop, open every day from 9-9 for your convenience. Here you can get a glimpse of our many design possibilities.
Thanks to all the friends who have stopped by, we are excited about our new home and growing Ohana.
Mahalo to all of the people who made it happen!
