Round
Oval
Emerald Cut
Marquise
Pear
Rose Cut
engagement ring shoppingWhat Impacts the Cost of a Custom Ring? A Complete Pricing Guide
Understanding how each of these elements contributes to the overall ring price helps you make informed decisions throughout the...
Read Article →Stories · Education · Inspiration
Rustic & Main
Journal
Real love stories, ring education, and behind-the-scenes from our North Carolina workshop — for couples who want a ring that means something.
Get the Journal in your inbox
New articles, love stories, and ring inspiration — delivered when it matters.
engagement ring shopping
custom engagement ringHow to Mix Vintage and Modern Ring Styles: The Complete Guide to Designing a Timeless Engagement Ring
If you are wondering how to mix vintage and modern engagement ring styles, here are the design techniques I recommend most often.
Read Article →
customHow to Design a Custom Ring That Tells Your Story
We’ve had the honor of crafting rings that honor people’s lives, and over the years, we’ve seen some key ways we can create a c...
Read Article →
diamond educationDiamond Shapes and Cuts Explained: How to Choose the Right Diamond for Your Engagement Ring
Every shape has its own personality, strengths, and design possibilities. Understanding the differences between them will help ...
Read Article →
alternative men's ringsAmericana Wedding Rings: Crafting the American Story with Unique Materials
We seek to capture the story of America piece by piece through each ring we craft. To us, that’s what Americana is all about. W...
Read Article →
ring storiesThe Story Behind The Ring: The Great War
At Rustic and Main, we’ve always been so fascinated by the history wood holds in its grain, and by the stories it can tell. We ...
Read Article →
alternative men's ringsWhat is a Meteorite Wedding Ring?
There are roughly 40 known pieces of the Muonionalusta meteorite in existence. Dust and fragments from one of them are in your ...
Read Article →
engagement ring shoppingOnline vs. In-Person Wedding Ring Shopping: Pros, Cons & Our Recommendations
We’ll go over the pros and cons of online and in-person wedding ring shopping and explain how we recommend blending both approa...
Read Article →
men's wedding bandA Guide to Men's Wedding Band Finishes (and How to Choose the Right One)
This blog talks men through how to pick their wedding band metal finish.
Read Article →
charlotte weddingsCharlotte Area Bridal Boutiques & Things to Consider
Are you ready to say “Yes” to the dress? Just like with most of wedding planning, finding the right wedding dress can be a stre...
Read Article →
men's wedding bandHow to Find My Wedding Ring Size: A Groom’s Guide to Finding The Perfect Fit for His Wedding Band
Getting the right ring size the first time can save you some major headaches and allow you to enjoy your unique wedding ring to...
Read Article →