Jewelry has always been one of the best ways to add a personal touch to any outfit or look. And with a huge array of accessories available in the market, it’s never been easy to incorporate these pieces into your style.
Ring stacking is one way to instantly upgrade your outfit and show off your ring collection. Of course, some rings should be sported alone, such as an engagement ring so that no other ring can take away from its shine. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t stack rings on your other hand.
What is Ring Stacking
Ring layering or stacking is a jewelry trend that allows you to wear a range of rings, express yourself and remember meaningful milestones. It involves wearing multiple rings on multiple fingers. Many ring stackers start by adding their engagement ring to a wedding band and anniversary ring. But there are no hard and fast rules related to ring stacking. You can style them as your heart desires.
That said, there are certain tips and tricks for ring stacking that will alleviate any outfit and help you achieve different looks.
How to Stack Rings
Mix and Match Metals
In general, rose, yellow, and white gold rings always look classy and are an easy option to play it safe when you’re not an expert at mixing metals. But if you want to take it up a notch, a good tip is to only use two metals. Pick a dominant color (for example, yellow gold), then incorporate it with 2 to 3 pieces of a second metal color (white gold).
Use Different Styles and Shapes
Using different shapes and styles of rings will create a visual balance on your fingers and prevent your hand from looking chunky. You can pick from an array of rings, such as chainrings, bands, thick rings, studded rings, knuckle rings, etc. Be sure that if you incorporate a statement ring, the rest should be simple to not hog all the attention.
Go Delicate yet Detailed
If you have a more laid-back personality or sense of style, you should opt for a ring stack made of thin, delicate bands. Dainty rings give a more chic and tasteful look without overcrowding the hand.
Go Bold
On the other hand, if you are going for a bolder ring stack, you should add chunkier rings. You can use a few chunky pieces or go all out for maximum impact. An engagement ring is a bold statement piece that is a good foundation for the rest of your ring stack.
Add a Vibrant Color
Colorful gemstones can add a vibrant touch to your ring stack. So, choose one gemstone ring if you want to add color to your look. You can also go for a rainbow look by adding a variety of stunning gemstone rings to your stack.
Play Around with the Placement
If you wish to create a visually complex yet balanced look with your rings, you need to play around with their placement a little. Rings in different shapes and sizes can significantly affect how your hands look overall. But sometimes, it takes shuffling to achieve the correct balance. Try putting different rings on different fingers and see which placement catches your eye.
Leave one Finger Alone
Loading one too many rings on your fingers can sometimes look “too much.” A good tip to avoid going ham on your ring stack is to leave one finger alone. This will help you create a more cohesive and balanced look instead of an overwhelming one. The finger you choose not to accent is totally up to you, but the thumb and pinky make good options.
Get your Creative Juices Flowing
An important tip to remember when stacking rings is to have fun with the process and get creative with the styling. Jewelry is all about self-expression, and there is usually no right or wrong way to wear them. So, play around with different ring styles, sizes, colors, and placements and see which works best on your fingers.
Types of Rings to Have for Ring Stacking
Statement Rings
These rings are generally the building blocks for the rest of your stacking. You can use your engagement ring or any other solitaire-style ring and build around it. If you wish to highlight a specific ring, wear it on your ring finger and keep the rest of the stack comparatively understated.
Midi Rings
Midi Rings Midi rings are quite a fun part of the ring-stacking process. These tiny-sized rings fit perfectly on the middle finger and are great for balancing the stack.
Eternity Rings
Eternity rings are very eye-catching and add meaning to the ring stack. You can browse through a diverse array of options, from diamond to cubic zirconia. Pick two to three eternity bands for one hand and see which placement works best.
Stacking Rings
Simple gold bands make excellent stacking rings. If you want your stack interesting, mix and match a few plain bands with textured bands. A beaded, twisted, or hammered stacking ring is super eye-catching and looks great on either side of an eternity band. It can also be worn on its own on the thumb.
How to Layer Rings on Different Fingers Correctly
The right way to layer different rings on the different processes can be a process of trial and error. The ring’s size typically determines the stacking order. On one hand, you may wish to have three midi rings on the middle finger, one statement piece on the ring finger, two rings on the index finger, and one bare pinky.
On the other hand, you could opt for three rings on the ring finger, a statement ring on the index finger, a midi on your pinky, and leave the middle finger unaccented. Engagement rings, deep V, and crisscross rings are a few good options for statement rings.