Phalanx rings are one of the most unusual accessories designed to emphasize the unearthly beauty of women's handles. Today, many believe that this is a new trend in fashion, but everything new is just a well-forgotten old. And phalanx rings are a clear confirmation of that. This type of jewelry dates back to ancient times, in ancient Egypt. In those days (about 300-50 BC) special rings that completely cover the finger were popular among the nobility. They had a characteristic curve in the joint and covered the phalanx, hence the name.

It is noteworthy that the phalanx rings were often used not only as jewelry, but also served as a vessel for storing deadly poisons. One inconspicuous movement over a competitor's glass - and in the morning the man did not wake up. This once again confirms the fact that beauty is extremely dangerous.

After Egypt ceased to be the center of civilization, the technology of making many jewelry was lost and restored only a few centuries later. Thus, in the Renaissance phalanx rings became fashionable again, and there has already been a noticeable evolution of jewelry techniques. Thus, the phalanx rings of the Renaissance were simple and elegant, and they were worn only by representatives of aristocratic classes. Ordinary people, even steel jewelry was not always affordable, and precious gold or silver products, especially.

Our days

We can talk about the history of jewelry for a long time, but we have already touched on its most interesting moments. As for modernity, the fashion trend for phalanx rings these days has revived Nicolas Gasquier from the fashion house Balenciaga in Paris. It was this man who caused a sensation in 2013, introducing to the world a few devastating rings on the beauty of elegant women's handles. These were quite massive, but at the same time extremely elegant, easy to perceive products that were suitable for both young and mature women.

The new trend was immediately picked up by other fashion houses: Chanel, Tiffany, Love Rocks and others. To date, phalanx rings have become popular in Ukraine as well. Jewelry made of silver and gold impresses with its unusual shapes and quite bold design options.

Varieties of phalanx rings

Currently, there are only two types of phalanx rings:

Maxi ring (long ring). These rings cover two phalanges or even the whole finger completely, leaving only small gaps so that the skin does not sweat under the metal. Maxi rings are ideal for owners of long thin fingers. Most often they are worn on the middle, ring or index finger. for the index, by the way, make special models with a sharp nail. Looks extremely sexy and elegant.

Midi ring. These are usually miniature products that are worn on the fingertips or on the second phalanx. Midi rings cannot be full-fledged jewelry, they are often used either in the composition or as a complement to other, more noticeable and massive jewelry.

An important feature of phalanx rings is that they are made of absolutely any metal: gold, platinum, silver and even ordinary steel or bronze. Fianites, topazes, garnets, diamonds or S-stones are used as inserts. However, diamond products cost a lot of money, so such phalanx rings can be afforded only by the wealthiest members of society.

How and with what to wear

Phalanx rings are quite a kind of accessory, but it is worn in everyday wear. The most appropriate styles for this type of ring:

Casual

Rock

Gothic

Grunge

Well, the fifth option is to wear - under cocktail dresses. Whimsical neat maxi rings will emphasize the elegance of body curves and the beauty of the dress itself.

Rules for wearing phalanx rings

Fans of this type of jewelry should know that such phalanx rings do not go well with long nails. Ideal restrained manicure and nails no longer than 3 millimeters. Only in this case, the rings will harmonize with your hands.

It is also extremely important to remember that phalanx rings should never be worn with a business attire. Above we have listed the 4 styles of clothing with which the ring will fit perfectly.