Ring on the phalanx is back in fashion!

The phalanx ring is an ornament that can be worn on all phalanges of the fingers.

Among them, distinguish a long ring (ring for two phalanges or the entire finger) and midi - small rings that are worn on the upper and middle parts of the finger.

Such decorations are made of bronze, surgical steel, silver, and also from various precious metals (platinum, gold), encrusted with all kinds of precious stones.

The long ring model is worn on the long fingers of the hand - the index and the middle. But sometimes they put on the little finger and the nameless. But if by nature the fingers are long, and the decoration is elegant at the same time, then on an anonymous or little finger it looks organically.

The ring on the phalanx is a unisex accessory, but with the difference that the models for the strong half have a "purely male" decor and a rather coarse shape. Women are distinguished by their elegance and more intricate decor.

History of origin

The models decorating the third and second phalanges of the fingers were popular even in ancient times. For example, in ancient Egypt, the nobility wore rings on the whole finger. They performed the function of decoration, and also represented small hiding places, where they hid the poison prepared for the enemies.

In the Renaissance, the ring on the phalanx of gold spoke of the nobility and high estate of the possessor. During the Renaissance, this decoration was distinguished by its elegance and simplicity. It was intended to emphasize the beauty and sophistication of women's hands. Such models were fashionable among women of noble families, as the canvases written by masters of those years speak.

The ring on the phalanx has become coarser and "heavier" in the 20th century, at the height of rock and punk cultures. Heavy was both music, and attributes of representatives of these subcultures. Become popular not only powerful shoes with rough lacing, torn jeans and leather coats, but also long, original rings made of shiny steel or silver in the form of an acute claw, an animal's head or a skull.

The first to bring the ring on the phalanx to the world's catwalks was Jean-Paul Gaultier. He presented the models worn on the last phalanx. At the same time, they looked like a nail plate.

Then something similar was demonstrated by Alexander McQueen. Designers of this brand have connected several rings to something like a knucklebuster.

The Balenciaga brand was able to demonstrate originality in such an ordinary decoration as a ring on the first phalange of a finger in the summer of 2013. Her models, immediately combining massiveness and grace, instantly won success.

Fashion Trends

This season, with the filing of famous designers ruled by a ball of excess and luxury!

A variety of brands offer to wear generously decorated rings for 2 phalanges, as well as elegant and sparkling midi models.

It will be interesting to look like a ring-spring Asos, decorated with crystals of different shapes and sizes, or made of aged metal with crystals from Diva, pouring different colors of the rainbow.

But for the release there are luxurious versions of gold rings of intricate shape, decorated with precious stones (rubies, emeralds, white and black diamonds). They are represented in the collections of Erickson Beamon, Eddie Borgo, Maison Martin Margiela.

The brand Chanel became a trendsetter of fashion trend. A new trend from this brand is a stylish and unique ring on the upper phalanx of the finger and on the nails. Small rings, decorated with a scattering of precious stones, turned out to be a must-have. Critics argue that this trend will continue not only this winter, but will also move into the next season.

How to wear such rings?

Fans of phalanx rings need to remember that such original ornaments do not fit well with classic long nails. They should be short enough, and manicure - as restrained. Only in this case the ring will be combined with the overall appearance.

Such rings do not suit business suits. But as part of the grunge style, these decorations will look just fine!

Star style

Celebrities around the world have liked the taste of large phalangeal rings. So, Gaia Repossi, a well-known jeweler, had at once many fans who liked the ring for 2 phalanges, connected by a chain and consisting of thin strips of gold or black metal. In these rings were observed Miroslava Duma, Eva Green, as well as Heidi Klum.