Innovative Ring Designs

Chain-Connected Rings

Another way to incorporate chain is to use it to connect traditional rings. Designs can be worn with both rings on the same finger or worn across multiple fingers. Choose wide-band styles and pair them with a delicate ring at the top to create dramatic pieces full of contrast. For a pared-down look, choose narrow and smooth matching rings. For multi-finger designs, a short, lightweight chain with rings placed on adjacent fingers is best for a more comfortable fit. For a more dramatic effect wear the rings on alternating fingers with longer chains.

Combine gold and copper for a warm vintage look or try shiny gold and silver for modern designs. Add a single gemstone, pearl or crystal drop or link to complete. For futuristic and edgier designs, go with darker metals and leave them plain or decorate with a metallic-finish crystal.

Attaching the rings can be simple or complex. The fastest and easiest method is using jump rings to make connections. Use these with standard styles, or if you want chains anchored in place, rings with loops. For custom creations, try bonding chain tabs inside the ring with Devcon® epoxy to create loops from which to suspend the chain. If you have soldering skills, permanently connect the pieces for a custom professional look.

Double-Finger Rings

Double the style, double the fun—double-finger rings are twice as fashionable as a single ring and work well for both men and women. Two-finger rings have been popular throughout history, dating back to at least the 1st century BC in Hellenistic Greece. Once again, what's old is new as we're spotting this jewelry trend on celebrities and fashion runways.

Add this on-point style to jewelry lines with double-finger ring findings, gemstone cabochons and Crystal Passions® rhinestone chatons. Depending on the setting, simply adhere stones with a 2-part epoxy or use a bezel roller to secure in place. Double-finger rings can be also be wire-wrapped using jewelry-making wire for creative masterpieces that can incorporate gemstone beads, Crystal Passions crystal beads and cultured freshwater pearl beads for different design options.

Stacked Rings

You've no doubt heard of the stacked bracelet trend taking fashionista wrists by storm. There's another stacked jewelry trend you should be aware of—rings! Wearing multiple rings is a great way to accessorize and gives you plenty of ways to create fun, eclectic or meaningful jewelry. Stacking rings is easy, especially since there's no rule on matching band width, color, material or texture.

Go Geometric

Geometric shapes are a timeless trend in all forms of jewelry. These shapes make stacked rings on one finger easy. To nest complementary shapes just turn each ring slightly.

Points, triangles, chevrons and circles in simple wire rings may look minimalist alone but create a high impact when worn all at once. For a less structured look mix in "X"s, multi-intertwined bands, waves and crescents.

Roughing It

Wearing multiple raw-cut stones and crystal points is at the heart of boho, wanderlust and spiritual jewelry trends. This look offers a connection to the organic, touches on metaphysical beliefs and has intriguing textures and colors. Wire wrap these gemstones or set them in bezels for a more finished look. The result is a touch of mystical allure to adorn fingers. Consider using moonstone, opal, druzy agate, labradorite or various colors of quartz.

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