Platinum is one of the most popular base materials for a wedding ring, and it is not difficult to see why. Glamorous, tasteful, long-lasting, maintenance-free… the list goes on! Find out Bay Rings’ top five reasons why a platinum band is a must for your wedding day.

1. On Trend: White metals are very much in favour now, and platinum rings are the most stylish of the lot. White gold and sterling silver are all well and good; the colour is similar and the hue goes with many outfits and styles without being overbearing. But compare them in real life to the pale sheen and the silky polish of a platinum ring and the subtle differences become clear. Platinum goes with everything, it looks stunning on any skin colouring and is much more contemporary and stylish than its white metal counterparts.
2. A Ring For All Seasons: One of the prerequisites when choosing a wedding ring is longevity, and they don’t get much more durable than platinum. It never loses its shine or colour, which makes these rings a fantastic long-term investment for someone who intends to be wearing their wedding ring for many decades to come.
3. Allergen-Free: It is rarely a consideration for anyone who has never experienced it before, but many people suffer from allergies to certain metals. They can develop skin rashes from gold, silver and other common jewellery metals, which instantly rules them out as wedding ring choices. Platinum is the ideal choice for anyone whose skin is on the sensitive side; it is hypoallergenic, which means it is kind to hands and will never cause any irritation.
4. Maintenance-Free: When jewellery is cheap or substandard, the green and blue marks it can leave when being worn regularly can be a dead giveaway – nobody wants a green stain around their ring finger for all of their life! Platinum is very low maintenance and will look stunning for decades with little cleaning. Steam-cleaning can be done at the jewellers in seconds and will keep platinum rings looking lovely without having to invest in special metal-preserving cleaners.
5. One In A Million: Wedding rings are supposed to be special, precious and rare; they symbolise a once-in-a-lifetime commitment to someone, and the material they are made from must represent that special vow. Platinum is one of the rarest precious metals which can be found on the planet; it is even rarer than pure gold. If you only have one piece of platinum jewellery in your collection, make it your wedding ring, for a piece that will truly stand out for its exceptional rarity and beauty.