You hang a ring on a necklace by sliding the chain through the ring via the clasp, just like a pendant with a large bail. Choose a chain that is sturdy enough for the weight and a length where the ring rests on your breastbone. Want to take the ring on and off quickly? Then a necklace with an easy clasp is handy.
People hang a ring on a necklace for all kinds of reasons. Sometimes because the ring no longer fits, sometimes to keep it safely with you during work or sport. And sometimes simply because it looks lovely. In this blog you will read how to do it well.
Why wear a ring on a necklace?
There are practical and personal reasons to wear a ring around your neck.
A ring that no longer fits
Fingers change over the years. A ring from the past or an heirloom from your grandmother may then no longer fit. On a necklace you still wear it every day.
Safe during work or sport
If you are busy with your hands a lot, you would rather take a ring off. On a necklace you will not lose it and it stays close to you.
A ring with meaning
A ring on a necklace is worn close to your heart. That is why many women choose it as a memory of someone. You decide the meaning entirely yourself.
How do you hang a ring on a necklace, step by step?
A ring is really a pendant with a very large bail, so it is fairly simple.
Step 1: open the clasp
Open the lobster clasp of your necklace. Whatever clasp you have, the ring is almost always bigger. Not sure about your clasp? Have a look at which types of necklace clasps there are.
Step 2: slide the chain through the ring
Hold the ring between two fingers and slide the end of the chain through it. Let the ring drop to the middle of the chain.
Step 3: close the necklace and put it on
Close the lobster clasp again and put the necklace on. Finding it hard to close at the back of your neck? Read the tricks in how to put on a necklace by yourself.
A second method: the ring with a loop
Fold the chain double, push the loop through the ring and pull the ends of the chain through that loop. Then the ring hangs upright and turns less. This is the life hack you often see in short videos.
Which chain do you choose for a ring?
A ring often weighs more than a small pendant, so the chain matters.
Choose a sturdy link
A fine chain of one millimetre carries a light ring just fine. For a wider ring you choose a sturdier link, such as a curb chain. The Curb Chain Necklace is made of 925 sterling silver with a gold plated or rhodium plated finish and has a sturdy clasp.
Every necklace is designed in the Netherlands and made in workshops in Italy, Bangkok and Hong Kong. Founder Sharon van het Hof pays attention to three things with every design: quality, wearing comfort and timeless design. You notice that comfort especially when a ring hangs from it.
Mind the colour of the ring
A silver ring on a gold coloured necklace is fine, as long as it is a conscious choice. Want to keep it calm? Choose the same colour. A ring with a stone looks lovely on a simple chain, so the stone gets the attention.
Which length looks best?
A ring hangs most beautifully on or just below your breastbone. That is usually a 45 to 50 cm necklace. Want to wear the ring under your clothes? Choose 60 cm. The link chains in the necklaces collection come in lengths from 42 to 80 cm.
How do you combine a ring with other pendants?
A ring on your necklace also goes well together with a pendant.
Ring and pendant on one necklace
Hang a small pendant next to the ring, such as the Uneven Pendant Zirconia or the Twist Pendant Green Onyx. Both are made of 925 sterling silver and you choose them with a gold plated or rhodium plated finish. Keep it to two pieces, so they do not hook into each other.
Two necklaces in layers
Want more room? Wear the ring on a longer necklace and a pendant on a shorter one. That way both get attention. Do you also wear rings on your fingers? Then check how many rings to wear on one hand so your look stays calm.
Would you rather have a separate pendant instead of a ring? Then read in the guide on how to attach a pendant to a chain which system suits your pendant.
What do you look out for when wearing it daily?
A ring on a necklace moves more than a ring on your finger.
Scratches and wear
The ring slides along the links all day. Because of that the plating in that spot wears a little faster. So switch necklaces now and then, or do not wear the ring every day.
Take it off for sleeping and sport
A ring can get caught. So take off the necklace when you go to sleep or exercise. Store it closed, so it does not tangle.
Frequently asked questions about a ring on a necklace
I'm happy to answer a few frequently asked questions:
What does a ring on a necklace mean?
You decide that yourself. Many people wear a memory, an heirloom or a ring that no longer fits this way.
How do you stop the ring from turning all the time?
Pull the chain through the ring with a loop. Then the ring hangs upright and turns less.
Can a fine chain carry a ring?
A light, narrow ring, yes. For a wide or heavy ring you choose a sturdier link.
Can a silver ring go on a gold coloured necklace?
Yes. Mixing gold and silver is very much on trend, as long as you combine it consciously.
Want to know more, or have questions? The experts at Sparkling Jewels are happy to help.
