14.08.24

4 Engraving Ideas for Unique Men’s Wedding Bands

Ok guys, we need to talk about your wedding ring choices. Because gone are the days when you could get away with a boring gold band. Today, wedding rings are all about getting a little more personal. Not only should an engagement ring be a standout stunner that rings true of a woman’s style, but unique men’s wedding bands are just as important. One of our favorite ways to add the perfect finishing touch? Custom engravings.

Think of them like the cherry on top of your wedding ring sundae. Engraved wedding rings can be sweet, silly, or super sentimental. Even if you’re engraving a boring gold band (and no, we don’t really think it’s boring). Not sure what you’d want to engrave in your wedding ring? Here are some ideas:

Yes, You Can Go Classic and Still Have a Unique Wedding Band

Let’s start with the basics. Your names or initials engraved inside the band are classic and timeless. It’s a simple yet powerful way to say, “This is ours.” Many couples choose to add names and dates. Never forget your anniversary again! Having the wedding date engraved is not only romantic but also a handy reminder. Practical and sentimental—double win! Or maybe you choose to engrave a special place like if you met in Paris or had your first date in Central Park. Engraving the coordinates or the name of that special place will be a fun reminder for you every time you see it.

Two yellow gold wedding bands lay next to each other. Both are inscribed with the coordinates 40.459, -79.94 — In today’s world, the word, ‘classic’ can get a bad rep-but there’s nothing wrong with a buttery band and sweet inscription. A classic is a classic for a reason, after all!

The Emerald Lunette in rose gold. On the inside of the ring, in all lowercase, the inscription "to my best friend" — Exciting news folks! You can engrave engagement rings too! Interested in customizing your engagement ring with an engraving? We can help-just drop us a line at hello@frankdarling.com and we will make all your engagement rings come true.

Melt Hearts with a Romantic Engraving

If you want to get a bit more sentimental, how about engraving a line that melts your heart every time you read it? “Forever yours,” “To infinity and beyond,” or even something from your favorite book or movie. Think of it as your personal pep talk for love.

You could also choose an inside joke, a nickname for your partner, or secret phrases that are special to you. Like a little private love note forever marked in metal. We love engraving a bit of a favorite love song or poem too. Have a couple’s song? Your first dance song? Your favorite karaoke jam? Perhaps something from a book you bonded over. Just remember engravings are often limited to a certain character count, so make it, well, count!

Get Creative for an Ultra Unique Men’s Wedding Band

Are you more the emoji type? Like numbers and symbols? Go for an engraving with hearts and infinity signs, or go bigger with smiley faces, rocket ships, flowers, or coffee cups. Your engraved wedding ring should be true to you. And talk about unique, some folks are even offering fingerprint engraving. It’s like leaving a piece of yourself with your partner, literally. For tech-savvy couples, you can also do stuff like recording you or your partner saying a phrase like “I love you,” and get the soundwave pattern engraved. It’s modern, personal, and super unique.

The Love Handles wedding band stands on its side and throws a long shadow. This unique men's wedding band features a row of black diamonds sandwiched between yellow gold — Black diamonds add a delicious pop of uniqueness to men’s wedding bands and when coupled with an equally unique engraving create a band truly like no other.

The Barbine Wedding Band in yellow gold — The Barbine

The Rigatini wedding band in yellow gold — The Rigatini

A man wears The Lasagna wedding band in yellow gold while fingering a gold chain — Italian people take note-we have an entire line of im-pasta-bly chic pasta-inspired wedding bands. Because we believe, it’s everyone’s right to not only eat their carbs, but wear them too.

Honor Your Culture or Traditions

Celebrating your roots with engraved cultural symbols or sayings can also lend a meaningful touch to your ring. Celtic knots, tribal designs, or anything that connects you to your heritage will be a beautiful symbol to remind you of where you come from and where you’re going. Or if faith plays a big role in your relationship, adding a religious or spiritual symbol can be very special. Crosses, Om signs, or other spiritual icons can add a deeper layer of meaning to your ring.

Practical Tips for Engraving Your Wedding Band

Now, there are some things to know before you commit. Because somewhat surprisingly, there are more decisions you’ll have to make than just what you want to engrave when it comes to your wedding band. You know, the little details that can make or break your wedding ring style game.

Size (and font) matters when it comes to engraving your wedding band

Go for a font that’s easy to read and matches your style. Too fancy and it might be hard to decipher; too plain and it might not feel special. Find that sweet spot. There are often choices such as a serif Roman font, a block letter, or a swirly script. Ask your jeweler what’s available.

A custom-made wedding band with interlacing trillion cut diamonds and yellow gold — Sure, your wedding band inscription is just for you. But be prepared for a limited choice in what type of font is available. Custom designed wedding bands? Totally. Asking a jeweler to utilize comic sans for your engraving? That may be out of the question.

The Keystone Band is worn in platinum — If planning on engraving your wedding band, keep in mind that you’ll need the appropriate space. We love the Keystone Band for outside engraving thanks to its brushed finish that presents the perfect canvas for all our writing wonders.

Inside? Out? For unique men’s wedding bands, both can work!

Most engravings are done on the inside of the band, as a special reminder just for you and your partner, not on the outside. But if that’s something you’re looking for, don’t rule it out! Ask about the custom possibilities. It would sure be a conversation starter!

Space is limited even for unique men’s wedding bands

Unfortunately, even with mobius strip like wedding bands, there will still be a character limit or restricted length available. So while it may be tempting to get your favorite T.Swift song engraved in whole it won’t be practical. Don’t get your heart set on a super long phrase or song lyric without checking first, it can save you needless heartbreak in the end!

A simple gold wedding band — Men’s wedding band sizes can vary in width, so if you want your engraving prioritized opt for bands 2mms and up!

A close-up of a custom engagement ring being set — Frank Darling can help you bring your unique wedding band vision to life! Reach out today and schedule a wedding band consultation to meet with our bespoke designers and get your engraved bling in a blink!

Men’s wedding band engraving really is an art

When it comes to your wedding band, you want to ensure that it lasts forever. Having it improperly engraved cannot only look bad but damage the ring. So be sure to work with professionals who can give your wedding band the time and attention is deserves. Frank Darling has some amazing pros who can help you out with bringing your engraved ring dreams to life.

Get Started By Browsing Our Unique Men’s Wedding Bands Today

When you add a personal engraving to your wedding ring, it goes from simple jewelry to something super special. Whether you choose a plain gold band, a diamond-detailed wedding ring, or something more unique, ask about engraving options to see if you can kick things up a notch. Explore our collection of men’s and women’s wedding rings to find a style that’s perfectly suited to you, whether you want something classic, romantic, or out of the box. Can’t find just the right fit? Design your own with our style quiz or reach out to our team at hello@frankdarling.com for a helping hand.