Wedding rings play a very important role in a couple’s marriage as they symbolize the love and union between groom and bride. Although rings of the past were traditional and simple in style, the choices today are more colorful, lively, and adventurous in terms of design and aesthetics. However, the best wedding rings will not only look good, they should also be able to withstand day to day living. Keep in mind that you'll have it on daily, so it should suit your style and your personality.

The experts will say that there's a difference between a wedding ring and a wedding band. A wedding band is the same all throughout while the ring has a top and bottom. Nevertheless, both types are popular nowadays.

The Three Stone Ring: Historically, the three stones in this kind of ring are believed to represent the past, present and future of the bridal couple. This symbolism remains meaningful to many people, making the three-stone ring a popular choice. It's symbolic of the couple's commitment to remain together forever.

When going for the three-stone ring, you have a lot of choices as to the stones used. You can use diamonds and other precious metals in varying shapes and colors. As to the placement and size of the stones, you can choose one with a bigger rock in the center in between smaller rocks, or have them all uniform in size. No matter what you decide on, it will be a step up from the traditional one-stone ring.

Eternity Band: The eternity band is another favorite choice among couples nowadays. It symbolizes eternal love with no beginning and no end. The trend nowadays is to have a wedding band with stones that go all the way round its circumference. Channel settings are also popular, meaning that the stones are secured in the ring instead of protruding. Always popular is the white diamond, but you might also want to consider rubies or sapphires. Colored gemstones are becoming increasingly popular as they catch people's attention and reflect the wearer’s personality. Platinum is also a favorite, because it's longer laster and more rare than gold. Select one that's 90-95 percent pure.

Vintage Rings: Vintage is trendy in just about everything these days, and wedding rings are no exception. There’s always a certain charm and romance to old-fashioned jewelry, and jewelry designers are coming up with styles imitating your great-grandmother’s rings. Having a vintage design adds an elegance and delicateness to the ring, with its intricate handiwork and unique aesthetics. Pillow, Asscher, cushion or round are some of the trendy cuts in vintage gems. These cuts have larger facets that reflect more gleam even in less light.

That's a look at the popular new trends in wedding rings. Even though the important thing is the commitment that the ring symbolizes, it's nevertheless a good idea to select a ring that suits your style, because you'll be wearing it every day.