21 Modern Wedding Bands for a Minimalist Bride

updated May 3, 2019
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There’s nothing plain, boring, or basic about modern wedding bands for the minimalist bride. Whether you’re after something beautifully crafted, ethically sourced, or perfectly embellished, we’ve got you covered. From simple silver bands to more sophisticated, and dare we say, even a bit sparkly options, there are terrific rings across the minimalist spectrum. Here are 21 modern wedding bands; something for every minimalist-leaning bride, no matter the budget…

Under $200

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This dainty diamond piece is such a simple stunner. The diamond inside the diamond design is a great modern-classic mashup. ($139, The Lab Jewelry) (Image credit: The Lab Jewelry)

Delicate Gold Diamond Ring

This dainty diamond piece is such a simple stunner. The diamond inside the diamond design is a great modern-classic mashup. ($139, The Lab Jewelry)

Milla Ultra Thin Round Band

This beautifully crafted band is the quintessential minimalist ring. It’s also a total bargain. ($82, Bario Neal)

Bly Ring

Chic and industrial, this simple ring is the perfect personal complement to your hip warehouse wedding. ($125, Barney’s)

Wood Textured Square Wedding Band

This simple textured band is perfect for the modern nature-loving bride. (from $135, AideMemoire)

Asymmetrical Facets Ring

Hip and geometric, this ring is the perfect single statement piece for indie brides everywhere. ($145, Ash Hilton)

Hammered 14k Gold Stacking Bands

Beautifully crafted, these organic bands would be amazing on their own or as a stunning set. ($148, Alexis Russell)

Woodland Wedding Ring

Another perfect ring for nature lovers, the beautifully carved trees and tiny single diamond make this ring a truly unique statement piece. ($195, Ash Hilton)

Narrow Fingerprint Wedding Ring

The modern shape and brushed finish of this ring, combined with your partner’s fingerprint, make it the perfect marriage of simple and sentimental. ($195, Brent & Jess)


Under $500

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Its modern shape and unexpected bit of sparkle make this chic ring so perfect for fashionably nontraditional brides. ($426, Alexis Russell) (Image credit: Alexis Russell)

Diamond Bar Bell Ring

Its modern shape and unexpected bit of sparkle make this chic ring so perfect for fashionably nontraditional brides. ($426, Alexis Russell)

Triangle Shadow Ring

Simple, modern, geometric, and so damn hip. ($215, Loren Stewart)

Baguette Diamond Ring

Super sophisticated, yet completely practical with its tiny inset diamond, makes this ring sure to “spark joy” in any modern bride. ($295, Vrai & Oro)

Senna Thin Band

Sleek and chic, with its single black enamel stripe, this ring is an ethically sourced gem. Minus the stone of course. ($318, Bario Neal)

Tiny Spikes Eternity Ring

Minimal but with an edge. Or lots of them. ($400, Zoe Chicco)

Open Ring No. 1-50-50

Mixed metals make an otherwise simple design so chic for the modern bride. ($320-$410, Tara4779)


Under $1000

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If you’re after a life of experiences over things, how about making your own minimalist rings? Best of both worlds. ($590 gets you a workshop for two from With These Rings) (Image credit: With These Rings)

With These Rings

If you’re after a life of experiences over things, how about making your own minimalist rings? Best of both worlds. ($590 gets you a workshop for two from With These Rings)

Open Lash Ring

The open design of this ring is so unique, and the emeralds make it the perfect choice for color-loving couples. ($520, Bario Neal)

Double Banded Simplicity Ring

This simple statement piece is oh-so sophisticated for the modern bride. With its clean lines, tiny diamonds, and negative space, this hip ring could easily do double duty as engagement ring and wedding band combined. ($605, Sofia Kaman)

Petite Arrow Band

With or without the black diamonds, I’m digging this tiny textured band for the hip minimal bride. ($640, Catbird)

Nesting Pair No. 26

As a longtime fan of Anna Sheffield’s sparkly creations, I was thrilled to discover these minimal mixed metal bands, perfect for the modern bride. ($900, Anna Sheffield)


Under $1500

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Etched and hammered, this band feels organic and original. You can feel good about what’s on your finger too, as it’s made from fairmined gold. ($1150, Emily Chelsea Jewelry) (Image credit: Emily Chelsea Jewelry)

Standard Hammered Band

Etched and hammered, this band feels organic and original. You can feel good about what’s on your finger too, as it’s made from fairmined gold. ($1150, Emily Chelsea Jewelry)

Single Trillion Ring

This tiny triangle stunner is handmade in NYC and ready to slip on your hip little finger. ($1070, Mociun)

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