05/09/2026
PSA: Gentlemen it’s that time again, Things to know about wearing rings
1. Ring indentation – For first time ring wearers when you begin wearing a new ring it can often feel a little tight but after a couple of months of consistent wear the skin beneath the ring starts to form an indentation that becomes more comfortable over time.
2. Hot & Cold – temperature plays a big part in our finger sizes, for some more than others (depending on your finger type). This means on hot days comfortable rings can feel tight, and swimming can make your jewellery feel loose from the cool
3. Stress / Rushing – particularly for men when they first try on rings there is a moment
When a terrifying thought pops into their head “will I be able to get this off”
& heart rate increases, in that moment of panic blood flow increases making your hands swell up. The same thing occurs if you must pull and pull to remove a ring. The best thing to do is breath, push the ring up from underneath and wiggle side to side. Cold water and soap are another way to remove a tight ring.
4. Everyday Damage – Gent’s and ladies this one is for everyone to ensure the longevity of your rings best practice is to remove them before doing laborious tasks such as going to the gym as the equipment can cause damage along with, cycling, wearing them in and around the workplace, car maintenance and even water activities.
Recently I had the opportunity to remake a gentlemen’s wedding ring that he had unfortunately lost while dividing up hay for their pets and the ring went flying into the wind. Thankfully he had his ring covered by jewellery insurance, so we were able to re-create it without the client having to pay for a completely new piece.
His ring is handmade in solid platinum with a freeform “Split Wave” that moves through the band, one side is highly polished and contrasts against the fine, brushed, matt finish of the other side. 1 white baguette cut Diamond is channel set into the “Split Wave”.
