Thick and burly wide designs are popular for wedding and engagement rings! Introducing the appeal of rings with a strong presence and examples of recommended designs.

Release date: May 16, 2024 Updated: September 9, 2025

I want a thicker, burlier, wider design for my wedding and engagement rings! Reasons for its popularity and examples of designs.

If you usually wear thicker and wider rings or are curious about them, you will probably want to wear a wider and thicker wedding or engagement ring as well.

However, many people would like to know how many millimeters wide rings are available for wedding and engagement rings, and what kind of designs are available.

In this article, we will discuss the millimeters of wider, thicker engagement and wedding rings, the reasons for their popularity, and examples of designs.

Also, please refer to the following notes for continued daily use.

How many millimeters do thicker, burlier, wider engagement and wedding rings start at?

With thicker, burlier designs and wider rings, the question of which size to choose is one of concern. In this section, we will provide an overview of common engagement and wedding ring widths, as well as a guide to what widths feel thicker.

Typical engagement and wedding ring widths

The width of engagement and wedding rings is generally 2.5 to 3.5 mm. Stores that sell ready-made rings have rings in the 2.0 to 3.0 mm range for women and in the 3.0 to 3.5 mm range for men in their stores.

However, for those who are concerned about wider or thicker rings, the size is not enough.

Width that feels thicker

In fact, the width of rings that feel thicker when worn is 4 mm or more for women and 5 mm or more for men. Those who prefer thicker and wider rings tend to choose rings with a width of 5 mm or more.

Sizes handled often vary from store to store, so check with store staff.

At icci Daikanyama, we offer ring widths from 2mm to 10mm, and you can choose your preferred size in 1mm increments.

Why are wide and thick engagement and wedding rings so popular?

There are four main reasons why wider, thicker engagement and wedding rings are more popular

• Looks great with casual fashion.
• Easy to apply digging patterns and decorative designs
• Strong, sturdy and stable
• Comfortable to wear with a sense of presence for people with large hands.

Let's take a closer look at the appeal of each.

Looks great with casual fashion.

Wide rings have the characteristic of looking good in casual fashion. The ring itself has volume, and one of its charms is that it looks good in fashion.

If your everyday fashion tends to be casual and you are not comfortable with shiny or thin wedding rings, a thicker, wider ring is recommended.

Easy to apply carved patterns and decorative designs

A ring with a wider width allows for more areas to be decorated, allowing for intricate designs, carved patterns, and other decorations.

The wider width allows for a wider range of designs, and allows you to enjoy designs that look great on the thicker width. A ring with a wider width is also recommended for those who are more particular about decoration than a simple ring.

Strong, sturdy and stable

Another advantage is that the ring itself is stronger and less prone to distortion due to the wider width of the ring. Since engagement and wedding rings are worn for a long period of time, there is a possibility that the rings may become distorted in some way.

In order to wear engagement and wedding rings on a daily basis, they also need to have a certain strength. A thicker ring is stronger than a ring of a typical thickness, so you can spend your time wearing it with peace of mind.

Comfortable to wear with a sense of presence for people with large hands.

People with large hands may find it difficult to feel the presence of a ring with a narrower width, and may feel that the ring is insufficient.

People with large hands or plump fingers will feel more stable and present with a wider ring. Men will also look better with rings that are somewhat wider.

Engagement and wedding rings] Examples of wide and thick type designs

In this section, we have carefully selected examples of wide and thick engagement and wedding ring designs from 4mm to 5mm widths. If you would like to know more about examples of wide ring designs, please refer to the materials and finishing methods.

millimeter	4mm
raw materials	Yellow gold (K18YG)
design	Flat (rounded inner shell)
finishing touches	stardust
Other	June: moonstone, September: sapphire

millimeter	4mm, 5mm
raw materials	Platinum (Pt950)
design	shell
finishing touches	Hawaiian
Other	unprocessed

millimeter	4mm, 5mm
raw materials	Champagne gold (K18CG)
design	Flat (rounded inner shell)
finishing touches	Hawaiian
Other	unprocessed

millimeter	5mm
raw materials	Yellow gold (K18YG) Platinum (Pt950)
design	shell
finishing touches	mirror surface
Other	Laser engraving

 

What to avoid regretting choosing a wide or thick engagement/wedding ring

When choosing a wide and thick engagement or wedding ring, here are some things to keep in mind to avoid regrets. The following are the main points to keep in mind

• Easy to hit objects due to large area
• Easily noticeable due to its presence
• The weight depends on the material used for the ring.
• The inner shape affects the wearing comfort.
• The wider the width, the tighter the size is likely to feel.

Let's take a closer look at each of these precautions.

Easy to hit objects due to large area

A wide ring may show scratches on the surface because the larger area of the ring makes it more likely to be hit by objects.

Therefore, it is safer to remove them for daily tasks and situations where they are easily scratched. In particular, they should be removed during leisure and exercise activities.

Easily noticeable due to its presence

Wide rings are more likely to catch the eye because of their presence and prominence.

Some jobs may make it difficult to wear jewelry that stands out. For engagement and wedding rings that are worn every day, it is necessary to consider whether the ring is thick enough to be worn to work.

Also, choose a thickness that is designed to be worn on ceremonial occasions.

The weight depends on the material used for the ring.

The weight varies depending on the material used for the ring, so you need to check the comfort of the ring. Please refer to the table below for the weight of the material.

 

Weight per 1㎤

Platinum: 21.4g Gold: 19.3g Tantalum: 16.6g Zirconium: 6.5g Titanium: 4.5g

 

raw materials	Weight per 1㎤
platinum	Pt1000 (Pt999): 21.24-21.66g Pt950: 19.84-20.85g Pt900: 18.61-20.08g Pt850: 17.53-19.38g Pt800: 16.56-18.72g Pt750: 15.70-18.10g
gold	K24 (24k gold): 19.13-19.51g K22 (22k gold): 17.45-18.24g K20 (20-karat gold): 16.03-17.11 g K18 (18k gold): 14.84-16.12g K14 (14k gold): 12.91-14.44g K10 (10k gold): 11.42-13.09g
tantalum (Ta)	16.6g
zirconium (Zr)	6.5g
titanium (Ti)	4.5g

 

Rings made of platinum, gold, and tantalum are recommended for those who want to feel a steady weight. For those who prefer a lighter weight, rings made of zirconium or titanium should be used.

The inner shape affects the wearing comfort.

The inner shape of a wide ring also greatly affects the comfort of wearing it. Shaving the inside corners and making them rounded will change the ease of putting it on and taking it off. The outside shape also affects comfort, but the inside shape is also important.

Since the comfort level varies from person to person, it is important to check the size adjustment to make sure it is adequate.

The wider the width, the tighter the size is likely to feel.

The larger the width, the more the same size will feel worn and the tighter it will feel.

Also, ring size may change with physical condition and season.

In winter, rings often feel thinner due to capillary constriction and dryness. Conversely, rings tend to swell more easily in summer due to high water intake. Also, because rings tend to swell more easily in the evening during the day, re-measure your ring size in the morning and in the evening, or re-measure several times.

If you are looking for a wide, thick, or bulky engagement or wedding ring of your choice, have it handmade at icci Daikanyama!

The width of a ring that is likely to feel thick is 4 mm or more for women and 5 mm or more for men.

Wide rings look great on people with large hands and plump fingers. They are also gaining popularity because of their presence and wider range of design options.

The design examples and cautions we have provided can also be used as a guide when choosing a ring.

When actually choosing a wide ring, it is important to choose a ring that feels comfortable to wear and a design that is just right. icci Daikanyama can create a wide ring that fits your finger perfectly, with quality that is second to none for ready-made rings.

We recommend that you create an original ring of your choice, with many types of designs that can be decorated. If you are looking for a wide and thick engagement or wedding ring, please feel free to contact us.

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