Quick help...What band to pair with an Asscher?

[D&T]

Ok last minute poll, as I've been a slacker for six weeks and of course wishy washy about the bands. You'd think by now I should know how to create a poll but I don't



Option 1 - Diamond horizontal e/w baguettes Facet Collection http://www.thefacetscollection.com/item.cfm?item_id=3764&show_metal=18K Yellow Gold

Option 2: Carre Cut diamond band
In case some don't know what the facet pattern looks like

 

[slg47]

carre band!

 

[MichelleCarmen]

hahaha I don't know how to do a poll either.

Can't answer your question. Gotta see photos of both sets of rings b/fore deciding. I'm not a huge fan of baquettes, though, so I'm not sure if I'd want a band of those.

 

[tigian]

I love the horizontal band from Facets. In fact, why don't you order that one and when you get tired of your set, I will buy it from you. I'm kidding! I think a horizontal baguette band would compliment your new stone really well....and I think Facets has a good return policy too, just in case.
Where would you be getting the carre cut band from?

 

[D&T]

thanks ladies...

lol.. Tigian.. well you know me although this would be in yellow gold though..

Here is a picture of the difference, hope LTP don't mind me using her fantatic pictures of her set


My carre band would be using 1.5mm stones though so its a pretty miniscule band compare to the baguettes if I go that route...

 

[S&I]

I vote carre band too! There's just something about the symmetry of the square/step cuts that makes me like how it matches your asscher.

Would it be too much metal for your taste if there were 0.5mm of metal on each side of your 1.5mm stones, making the entire band 2.5mm wide? I think the facets band says 2.6mm, so that's not too much of a difference.

 

[decodelighted]

Though there are exceptions, GENERALLY I don't prefer step cut bands with step cut centerstones. So much step cut distracts from the centerstone oftentimes. It was very difficult to find a band that I felt worked well w/my asscher & e-ring setting. I ended up with a "link" design pave eternity band with very very very small RBs. They form more of a "glitter" effect than a *glint* that stepcuts give ... or a sparkle that larger RB's produce. The other problem with Bag or Carre bands is that they are usually channel set -- and the channels create extra width and metal that is also distracting. One exception to my preference is that I do really like the rounded bezel set baguette bands that Singlestone makes. They are SPENDY though.

I'd recommend you check out thin bands with very small RB pave. Or even thin solid gold bands.

ETA: MY ring is the very first one on Single Stone's "eternity band" section! I didn't get it there ... but its cool that they are carrying the style now. ANYHOOOOO .. wanted to say that the band I was recommending from them is called "Mini Emerald Cuts" eternity band. I can't clip a picture because my snapzpro is expired right now. But check it out! They have it in yellow gold though they label the style "limited production". You might get one of the last ones!

 

[D&T]

Thanks Sandy and Deco for your thoughts, it makes sense... I'm going to think about this some more today, but am getting close to deciding.

 

[E B]

First, beautiful ring!

Aren't you going to change your setting soon? I wouldn't bite the bullet on any $$$ band until you have the forever (or for a long time) setting.

 

[kelpie]

I love the idea of carre cuts. But I hope I can say this in a non-catty sounding way: you are mercurial in your tastes so I think you should go with a plain gold band until you are absolutely certain.

 

[D&T]

First, beautiful ring!

Aren't you going to change your setting soon? I wouldn't bite the bullet on any $$$ band until you have the forever (or for a long time) setting.

Thanks EB - the band that will go with this ring, will definitely go with the next setting *IF* I change it, so I'm thinking a bit ahead as well just in case.

Kelpie- I appreciate your candor, and definitely acknowledge that I'm pretty fickle so I try to think of what it was that I didn't like about the past settings and go from there.

 

[rubybeth]

Why not an asscher band? http://www.thefacetscollection.com/item.cfm?item_id=1056&show_metal=18K%20Yellow%20Gold

Or this band with the baguettes vertical instead of horitzonal? http://www.e-weddingbands.com/store/product11140.html

Or the Isabella bezel band: http://www.e-weddingbands.com/store/product168534.html

Or...

 

[BoulderGal]

I think you need two . First a plain band, which you already have, and a carre cut band. Baguettes would be nice as long as they aren't too wide. I don't think any band you choose should take the shine away from your solitaire, KWIM?

I have a plain band (2mm) that I wear with my three stone (see pic), but considering yours is gorgeous solitaire, your band can have bling!



Here's one with an eternity, plain, then three stone. I think the three stone just gets lost in there.


Try on a bunch and see what you think!
BoulderGal

 

[HeatherL]

I vote carre band

 

[mrssalvo]

Deco are you talking about these??

 

[yssie]

I vote plain half-round to match your Ering shank.. is that an option?

 

[D&T]

Thank you ladies... for your vote, comments and suggestions (way to add more confusion to the mix ...lol)
Yay! MrsSalvo, Deco,, I've inquired on that band buttttt considering my turnover rate on wedding band

I've decided not to jump in yet.... even though I waited six weeks... whats another few weeks

 

[jstarfireb]

I vote carre band too! There's just something about the symmetry of the square/step cuts that makes me like how it matches your asscher.

Ditto this!

 

[MissGotRocks]

I'm going to vote for the baguette band ala LTP. I like the way the eye is drawn out to those long stones. I love the carre band but am not sure if it would look too choppy with the asscher cut stone. I also would have for anything to do any more than compliment your new asscher - if it competes or blends together you've lost the appeal of the stone.

I also like a plain band to just let the stone shine on it's own. I just like the pretty stone with shiny metal look - simple. Stunning. . .

Just my .02!!

 

[motownmama]

Asscher band from Facets gets my vote!!!!!

 

[Gypsy]

LIke Deco, I had a hard time with step cuts and my settings too (all of them). A lot of the step cut settings are very metal heavy with the channel sets and they just didn't match well with my the lines of my shanks or anything. I really found it hard to buy anything without trying it on (or without a good return policy). My wedding band ended up being pave as well. I love those singlestone milgrained bezel bands, they are expensive but gorgeous. I would want to try it on (or have a good return policy) before commiting to it though.

I have almost purchased three carre cut bands just because I love the look of them... but none of them have been in person so I didn't pull the trigger.

I'm thinking of changing my wedding band, eventually... and I'm thinking pave still, but a design (like the Michael B Lace, but a lot thinner). Step cuts seem to either overpower or just not be set right. And custom on step cuts (unless they are individual bezels) is just really expensive.

My vote goes to something that's plain metal for you too. At least for now.

 

[decodelighted]

Deco are you talking about these??

YESS!!!! Thanks Mssalvo! I have to get my pix taking abilities back asap ...

 

[MichelleCarmen]

I love the carre band!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

The Facets "asscher" band has always looked more like carre cut to me. And I do think carre would look better than baguettes with your ring.

But this one with French cuts would be my choice! (currently on p.3 of Singlestone eternity rings)

 

[diamondseeker2006]

They have other really pretty ones, too!

 

[kal2021]

They have other really pretty ones, too!

So far I like the second one diamondseeker posted best!

 

[Gypsy]

The Facets "asscher" band has always looked more like carre cut to me. And I do think carre would look better than baguettes with your ring.

But this one with French cuts would be my choice! (currently on p.3 of Singlestone eternity rings)

Oh. I wonder if I can order this one... and then return it if I need to?

 

[Ninama]

Those bands are amazing... and with THAT Asscher hovering over one? Wow!

I guess it;s old school, but I do like tapered baguettes with Asschers... they're in keeping with the architectural vibe of the step cut, but graceful and smooooth-looking. Almost a continuation of the metal...

 

[D&T]

holy moly! you guys have been busy Oh my gosh! I missed this band when I was browsing DS2006! that is seriously GORGEOUS!!!! man... GYPSY!!! go for it

ETA: DS2006- second band

Lots of great ideas everyone Thank you a ton! I'm sure it helps many out there with Asscher rings as well

 

[oneam]

This wasn't an option, but I love the contrast of twinkly delicate pave w/ step cuts. I think they compliment each other so beautifully. Like Dani's set