Think your Ring is Comfortable? Here’s how to Know for Sure

When you place on your ring - especially something as sentimental and worn-daily as an engagement ring or wedding band - it should feel like an extension of you. A beautiful sparkle shouldn’t come at the price of irritating your skin, stiff movement, or discomfort throughout the day. Yet, so many people wear rings that simply don’t feel good on the hand. Could that be you?

Here’s how to tell if your ring is sabotaging your comfort - and our diamond ring experts explain how to achieve the perfect fit you deserve.

Is the Fit Restricting Your Natural Movement?

If you notice that when you move your fingers it feels restrictive, your ring might be the wrong shape or width for your hand. A poorly designed ring will hinder the natural movement when you try to bend your hand, or force a space between your fingers and make everyday tasks like typing or holding a cup feel awkward.

A comfortable ring should be crafted around you, not fight against your fingers. If your ring feels like it’s constantly in the way, it might be time to explore a more thoughtful design with a slightly adjusted profile or a contour that better follows the shape of your finger.

The solution? Your diamond ring should be designed to your finger size and to the measurements of the diamond. When your ring is thoughtfully designed and created especially for you - instead of something mass-produced - it will allow you to move freely and feel effortless to wear. 

Are the Edges Smooth and Comfortable on Your Skin?

A telltale sign of a poorly crafted ring? Sharp or rough edges that dig into your skin. This is especially common in rings that are not polished as they should be. If you constantly find red marks or feel pressure on, or around your finger, it may not be properly polished—or it may lack that inner smoothness entirely and irritate your skin.

The interior finish of the ring should be refined and the edges sculpted for comfort regardless of the design choice. Even a flat-edge ring band shouldn’t press uncomfortably on the skin.

High quality rings have a polished inner edge for a more seamless experience. For the ultimate in comfort, we suggest a “comfort fit” for your ring design. A comfort fit ring has a slightly domed interior and offers the most lightweight comfortable feel out of any ring band. This band also allow for you to take your ring on and off more easily, meaning a comfort fit is ideal for long-term wear. 

Do Band Stones Rub on Your Skin?

Adding diamonds or gemstones on your ring band add extra sparkle, but they can also bring extra friction if the setting isn’t well-considered. A good design will taper so the precious stones sit into the band rather than protruding too far out. 

When the ring band stones are sitting too far out, they can rub against adjacent fingers, causing irritation or even tiny cuts—especially if the setting isn’t low-profile or secure. If you feel like your ring is scraping or pinching, the setting might not be the best for everyday comfort.

To fix this, the diamonds or gemstones on the band should be contoured to embrace your fingers and taper where they touch along on the sides of your finger.

Does the Ring Prevent Your Fingers from Sitting Together? 

On a similar note, if your setting is too wide, bulky, or features claws that extend outward, it might prevent your fingers from sitting naturally side by side.

A Ring Setting should be structured to sit smoothly between your fingers and not force a gap between them. An engagement ring or band should nestle comfortably between your fingers.

Does Your Ring Catch on Everything? 

If your ring is catching on everything, it's not only uncomfortable, it's also a sign that the diamond’s security may be at risk. It can potentially mean that one of the claws holding the stone is loose or has bent out of place. This becomes even more noticeable when your ring gets caught on clothing or catches on your hair. If this happens to you, we highly recommend visiting your jeweller as soon as possible to inspect the ring. 

Another reason may be that your diamond is set too high for the design. A well-designed ring should be streamlined and crafted in a way to avoid catching. A cathedral mount can be a great solution to elevating your diamond to great heights whilst keeping your diamond secure and comfortable to wear.

Comfort Shouldn’t Be an Afterthought

While beauty, sparkle, and design are often the top priorities when choosing a ring, comfort is what determines whether you’ll actually want to wear it every day. A stunning ring that feels uncomfortable will eventually end up sitting in a box and that’s the last thing you want for such a meaningful piece.

At JANAI, we’re here to prevent this from happening to you. Our rings are designed with structure and comfort in mind to feel effortless on the hand. We believe your ring should feel as good as it looks. We design diamond rings that are not only comfortable but also practical and appropriate for everyday wear. 

Janai Jewellery - The ultimate destination for diamond engagement rings in Melbourne.