The 9 best places to buy men's wedding rings online, from traditional styles to modern options

Based in Arizona, Olive Avenue Jewelry is a small jewelry company specializing in a mix of modern and vintage-style rings.

After looking at many different options, my husband ultimately decided to go with a wedding band from Olive Avenue Jewelry, which also happens to be where mine is from. Founded in 1981, in Mesa, Arizona, this boutique offers a robust selection of modern and traditional style wedding bands.

They offer customization, which allowed my husband to further personalize the band to his preferences. He wanted a more "lived in" finish, which Olive Avenue was able to offer via a hammering effect. He also wanted the copper look without the potential for his finger to turn green, and the brand's rose gold hue fit the bill.

Though Olive Avenue Jewelry is locally based for us, it has an esteemed reputation in the wedding jewelry space for its unique designs, customizer service, fair pricing, and quality. Wedding band pricing ranges from $105 to $900.

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You'll have no shortage of options at Blue Nile. The jewelry company is known for its robust online selection.

Blue Nile was founded in Seattle, Washington in 1999 and specializes in diamonds, engagement rings, wedding bands, and other jewelry. 

The retailer has a comprehensive selection of men's wedding bands, ranging in price from $160 to $4,000. From simple, classic bands to vintage-inspired and modern options, there's a large variety to choose from.

You also have your choice of metals used, including platinum, gold, cobalt, tantalum, titanium, and tungsten. If you want to try on your favorites in person, Blue Nile has showrooms scattered across the country.

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Founded in 2005, Brilliant Earth is dedicated to ethically sourced fine jewelry and is noted for its dedication to transparency, sustainability, and compassion in the jewelry space. 

Brilliant Earth primarily sells timeless, classic designs alongside pieces that feel more modern. Given the brand's sustainable practices, its rings do tend to cost more than other retailers. You can expect to pay between $390 to $1,500 on average. Men's wedding bands with intricate design elements and/or diamonds and gemstones are $1,500 to $3,000. Brilliant Earth also lets you customize the style, width, finish, and metal.

If you find a ring you like and want more information before committing, you can schedule an in-person appointment at one of their showrooms. Alternatively, you can schedule a virtual appointment.

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Handcrafted to order and dedicated to using ethical materials, many agree that AshHilton's wedding bands for men are worth the wait.

On the whole, Etsy is an incredible online marketplace for handmade jewelry. A few shops really stand out for their men's wedding bands, and New Zealand-based AshHilton is one of them.

Each ring is handcrafted to order — a process that takes up to two months — and the buyer can also request specific customizations. Materials include recycled sterling silver, white gold, rose gold, yellow gold, platinum, and palladium. Prices range from $185 to $945.

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One of the jewelry "big dogs," Zales offers one of the widest ranges of men's wedding band styles out there. 

At Zales, men's wedding bands range from $29 for stainless steel designs to $8,200 for white gold bands with sparkling diamond channels. At any given time, shoppers have over 1,000 men's wedding bands to choose from, but the website makes it easy to narrow down the selection according to your preferred price range, material, color, and design features.  

A benefit of shopping at Zales is that you can peruse the online selection at your own pace, and then if you fall in love with a ring, you can go into one of their many locations to try it on. Not all styles online are available in-stores, so check ahead.

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With its boutique selection of men's wedding bands, Mejuri is perfect for those who feel overwhelmed by too many choices.

Known for its minimalist designs and superior quality, Toronto-based Mejuri offers a highly curated range of wedding bands, Designs are classic and simple, and many of the bands are non-gender specific. It's the place to shop if you're not interested in being overwhelmed with choices. 

For $500, you can choose the 4mm Smooth Band in either 14-karat white or yellow gold. You can also choose black titanium or titanium for $148. If you're interested in a slightly thicker band, the 6mm Smooth Band is a good choice.

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With no shortage of styles, easy shipping and returns, and price points that truly run the gamut, Amazon is a popular destination for men's wedding bands.

Amazon sells literally thousands of different styles that range from $4 for a thin, titanium ring to around $6,000 for wedding bands encrusted with diamonds.

To make the shopping experience less overwhelming, tailor your preferences by price, brand, average customer rating, and metal type. You can also shop by stone type and, if you want to search specifically for a men's wedding band with diamonds, you can narrow your choices even further by diamond cut, clarity, and color.

Amazon typically has a solid return system set in place, but either way, we recommend reviewing each seller's specific shipping and return policy.

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From dinosaur bones to meteorite and traditional metals, Manly Bands sells an eclectic range of wedding band styles that you'll be hard pressed to find elsewhere.

While it doesn't necessarily boast the most regal of names, don't let that dissuade you from perusing Manly Band's robust assortment of men's wedding rings. The retailer arguably offers one of the most diverse collections out there and, perhaps most importantly, sells men's wedding bands exclusively. 

Prices range from approximately $150 to $7,000 and styles range from simple, minimalistic bands to rings that contain literal dinosaur bones, meteorite material, or antlers.

The shopping experience is easy and enjoyable. Right from the homepage, you can shop by your preferred color, material, or collection. If you can't find exactly what you want from ready-to-ship or made-to-order items, Manly Band has a detailed customization tool that allows you to create your dream ring from scratch (priced from $500 to $1,500).

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Nature enthusiasts who appreciate handcrafted jewelry should check out Theresa Pytell, a Colorado-based jewelry designer.

Theresa Pytell sells nature and science-inspired, eco-friendly designs via Etsy. The eponymous shop boasts over 6,500 sales with a five-star rating, and sells both ready-to-ship wedding bands as well as customized, made-to-order designs.

Pytell's designs have an earthy, raw, and unfussy aesthetic. In that sense, they're ideal for those who want a ring that truly stands out in a crowd and celebrates nature's imperfections. Prices range from $50 to $600, and each design is made from yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, or silver with the option to include gemstones or diamonds.

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Shopping online for men's wedding rings isn't always a walk in the park. There are thousands of styles and materials to choose from, so it's important to quickly narrow down what you want. Factors to consider include the following:

1. The material used (e.g., gold, platinum, titanium)
2. Resizing options (not all materials can be resized)
3. Cost (pricing runs the gamut, from $50 to thousands)
4. Style (e.g., modern, minimalist, traditional)