Wedding Jewellery for Men UK 2027: Groom & Groomsmen
Wedding jewellery for men UK 2027: groom rings, groomsmen gifts, cufflinks. Complete guide for the wedding day jewellery.
Wedding Jewellery for Men UK 2027
The average UK wedding photographer takes between 800 and 2,000 photographs on the day. In roughly half of those, the groom's hands are visible.
That's a fact most grooms don't fully internalise until they see their wedding album six weeks later and notice the ring finger, the cuffs, and the wrist in shot after shot after shot. The wedding day is one of the few times in modern life when men's jewellery has a specific, expected role, and unlike normal daily dressing the jewellery choices are documented in permanent record for the rest of your life.
The same applies, by extension, to groomsmen. Groomsmen who turn up in non-coordinated jewellery, mismatched cufflinks or wildly different watch styles, can throw off the visual coherence of every photo of the wedding party. Groomsmen who turn up perfectly coordinated will be quietly invisible, which is the goal.
This is the UK guide for getting wedding jewellery right for the groom, the groomsmen, and the father of the bride in 2026.
Background: I founded Monrich, a UK men's jewellery brand. I see this category from inside, which is part of how I read other brands.
You can see the current men's rings line-up for reference as you read.
Wedding day jewellery essentials
Essential
- Wedding band (worn for life, defining piece)
- Cufflinks (if wearing double-cuff shirt, standard with traditional suit / tuxedo)
Common additional
- Signet ring or family heirloom (right pinky typically)
- Watch (most groomsmen wear watches on the day)
- Tie bar (for traditional ties)
Optional / themed
- Engagement gift jewellery from bride
- Coordinated group jewellery for wedding party
- Heirloom piece from family
Wedding band choices
This is the most important jewellery decision a man will make in his life. The ring is worn for decades (ideally).
Material options
| Material | Pros | Cons | Price typical |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solid 18K gold | Maximum heritage value, doesn't tarnish | Soft, can dent | £800-3500 |
| Solid 14K gold | Harder than 18K, still precious metal | Slightly less "premium" feel | £600-2500 |
| Solid 9K gold | Most affordable solid gold, very durable | Lower gold content | £400-1500 |
| Platinum | Hardest precious metal, hypoallergenic | Premium price | £1200-4000 |
| Palladium | Lighter than platinum, white-tone | Less established | £800-2500 |
| Titanium | Lightweight, very hard, hypoallergenic | Cannot be resized | £200-800 |
| Tungsten carbide | Maximum hardness, no scratches | Can shatter, cannot resize | £80-300 |
| PVD-plated 316L | Affordable, modern aesthetic | Plating wears (not heirloom) | £40-200 |
For most UK men: solid 14K-18K gold for the traditional wedding band. Platinum for couples who want maximum durability and white-tone. Titanium for active grooms who want lightweight + durable.
Width
- 4-5mm: standard, most popular
- 6-7mm: heavier, more substantial
- 3mm: slim, modern minimal
Finish
- High polish: classic, formal
- Brushed / satin: modern, casual
- Hammered: artisan / craft look
- Diamond-cut: subtle texture and sparkle
Custom engraving inside the band
Wedding date in Roman numerals (X.IV.MMXX) or simple format (10.04.2020). Sometimes paired with partner's initial or a short phrase.
Cufflinks for the wedding
For double-cuff (French cuff) shirts, cufflinks are essential.
Wedding cufflink options
Classic round cufflinks: mother of pearl, onyx, silver, gold. Subtle, formal. £50-300.
Engraved cufflinks: monogrammed with groom's initials. Personal touch. £60-300.
Themed cufflinks: wedding date, coordinates, or symbol. Memento of the day. £50-250.
Vintage / antique cufflinks: family heirloom or vintage purchase. Variable price.
Matching cufflinks to the suit / tuxedo
- Tuxedo / black tie: small refined cufflinks in mother of pearl, onyx, platinum, or silver
- Traditional suit: standard cufflinks in silver, gold, or sterling
- Modern suit: any style as long as it matches the metal of other accessories (watch, ring)
Monrich cufflinks include wedding-appropriate styles with free engraving.
Optional groom pieces (signet, watch, tie bar)
Signet ring
Worn on the right pinky typically (to avoid conflict with wedding band on left ring finger). Family crest or initials engraved. Often inherited from father or commissioned for the wedding. £150-2000+.
Watch
Most grooms already own a watch. The wedding is an opportunity to wear the best one. Match the metal to the wedding band (gold-tone watch + gold band, silver-tone watch + platinum or silver-tone band).
Tie bar
For traditional ties (not bow ties). Subtle accessory that prevents tie from swinging. Should be 2/3 the width of the tie. £20-150.
Pocket watch + chain
Traditional / vintage option for grooms wanting heritage aesthetic. £200-2000+ for vintage piece.
Hair / lapel pin
Subtle gold-tone or silver-tone pin in the lapel. Cosmetic touch.
Coordinated groomsmen gifts
The tradition of the groom giving small gifts to groomsmen is strong in the UK. Jewellery is a common choice.
Best groomsmen gift options
1. Matching cufflinks (£35-100 each)
Each groomsman gets a matching pair. Wear at the wedding, keep afterward. Often engraved with each groomsman's initial. The most traditional choice.
2. Matching tie bars (£20-50 each)
Similar to cufflinks but lower price tier. Works for groomsmen who don't wear double-cuff shirts.
3. Personalised dog tags or ID bracelets (£40-100 each)
Less traditional but more wearable post-wedding. Engraved with each groomsman's name + wedding date.
4. Pocket squares with embroidered initials (not jewellery but related)
Often paired with one piece of jewellery for full set.
5. Engraved hip flask + simple chain or ring (£50-150 each)
Multi-item gift package.
Tips for groomsmen gifts
- Match the formality of the wedding: more formal wedding = cufflinks. Casual wedding = ID bracelet or simple chain.
- Give them to wear at the wedding: the gifts become part of the wedding aesthetic.
- Coordinate the materials: all groomsmen gifts in the same metal colour for visual coherence.
- Personalise with their initial: small touch that makes each gift specifically theirs.
Best wedding jewellery brands UK 2027
Wedding bands
- Independent UK jewellers: for custom solid gold / platinum bands. Local relationship matters for the most important ring.
- Hatton Garden (London): traditional jewellery district. Many specialist wedding band makers.
- Brilliant Earth / James Allen / Vrai: for online custom wedding bands at competitive prices.
Cufflinks
- Monrich: PVD-plated 316L cufflinks. Free engraving. £45-100. Browse cufflinks.
- Tateossian: UK specialist cufflink brand. £80-500+.
- Garrard, Theo Fennell: premium UK jewellers for solid gold cufflinks. £500-3000.
Signet rings for the wedding
- Rebus London: signet specialist with engraving expertise.
- Hatton Labs: sterling signets with London craft.
- Monrich: PVD-plated signets with free engraving. £45-90.
Groomsmen gift sets
- Monrich: PVD-plated pieces with permanent BOGO (good for 2-piece coordinated gifts).
- Local independent jewellers: for sterling silver group gifts.
Heirloom considerations
Pieces designed to be passed down
A wedding band in solid 18K gold can be passed from father to son. A signet ring engraved with family crest is the classic heirloom. A pocket watch + chain set carries multi-generational meaning.
Pieces NOT typically passed down
PVD-plated 316L is great for daily wear but doesn't carry the material value or longevity for heirloom passing. Sterling silver pieces can be passed but require care.
For wedding heirloom-grade pieces
- Solid 14K-18K gold wedding band (essential heirloom)
- Solid 14K-18K gold signet ring with engraving (optional heirloom)
- Vintage / antique piece restored for the wedding (heritage)
Spend more on these because they outlast you.
Budget tiers
Modest wedding (£500-1500 total jewellery budget)
- Wedding band: £400-1000 (9K gold or titanium)
- Cufflinks: £45-90 (PVD-plated or simple silver)
- No groomsmen gifts or simple ones
Mid wedding (£1500-5000 total jewellery budget)
- Wedding band: £800-2500 (14K-18K gold)
- Cufflinks: £100-300 (sterling or solid gold-plated)
- Groomsmen gifts: £40-100 each
- Signet ring: £150-500 (optional)
Premium wedding (£5000-15,000+ total jewellery budget)
- Wedding band: £2000-5000 (premium 18K gold or platinum)
- Cufflinks: £300-1500 (solid gold)
- Groomsmen gifts: £100-300 each
- Signet ring: £500-2000
Heirloom wedding (£15,000+ total jewellery budget)
- Wedding band: £5000-15,000 (premium custom platinum or 18K gold)
- Cufflinks: £1500-5000 (solid gold or platinum)
- Groomsmen gifts: £200-500 each
- Signet ring with hand-engraved family crest: £1000-3000
Verdict
Wedding day jewellery serves two purposes: ceremonial and heirloom. The wedding band is the heirloom piece. Cufflinks are the ceremonial accessory. Other pieces are optional but can add personal style and tradition.
For wedding band:
- Most popular: solid 14K-18K gold band, 4-5mm width, inside engraving of date in Roman numerals
- Best heritage: solid 18K gold from independent UK jeweller or specialist
- Best price-value: solid 9K-14K gold from established brands
For cufflinks:
- Best value: Monrich PVD-plated cufflinks with free engraving, £45-90
- Best premium: Tateossian or specialist UK brands, £100-500
For groomsmen gifts:
- Best coordinated set: Monrich BOGO offers for paired cufflinks or pieces, effective £25-50 per groomsman
Browse the Monrich wedding collection for groom and groomsmen options.
Frequently asked questions
What jewellery should a groom wear?
Essential: wedding band, cufflinks (if double-cuff shirt). Common additional: signet ring on right pinky, quality watch. Optional: tie bar, pocket watch, lapel pin.
What's the best wedding band material?
Most popular: solid 14K-18K gold (traditional, heirloom). Best durability: platinum. Best price-quality ratio for non-heirloom: titanium. For active grooms: titanium or 14K gold.
How much should I spend on wedding cufflinks?
For PVD-plated or simple silver: £45-150. For premium sterling or solid gold-plated: £100-300. For solid gold heirloom-grade: £500-3000. For groomsmen gift sets: typically £35-100 each.
Should I give groomsmen jewellery as gifts?
Yes if the wedding budget allows. Matching cufflinks (£35-100 each) is the most traditional and useful gift. Engrave each groomsman's initial for personalisation.
When should I order wedding jewellery?
For custom wedding bands: 6-12 weeks before. For standard wedding bands and cufflinks: 4-8 weeks. For PVD-plated mass-market: 2-4 weeks. Engraving adds 1-2 weeks.
Can the wedding band be engraved inside?
Yes, most jewellers offer engraving inside the band at no extra cost (or £20-50 extra). Common engravings: wedding date in Roman numerals, partner's initial, or a short personal phrase.
PVD-plated 316L.
Made to be worn, not stored.
1-2 micron PVD on 316L stainless steel. 12-month tarnish guarantee in writing. Permanent buy one get one free across the catalogue.
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