Rings are subtle but charming accessories that add a touch of personality to any outfit. Whether stacked to draw attention or worn alone, this subtle accessory can be a captivating detail. Available in a wide variety of designs from simple bands to intricate, detailed creations, they can easily be mixed and matched to complement different styles and occasions.
Many M-A students show off rings as they walk down Pride Hall. Here’s what some of them had to say about their hand accessories.
Lily McKeithan
Sophomore Lily McKeithan wears rings not only as a stylish accessory but also to express her personality. “It’s a form of self expression,” she said. “It kind of shows other people what I’m like.” Many of her rings were gifts, thrifted, or self-made.
Her rings also act as reminders of family and friends and show her creative personality. “All my rings represent something to me,” McKeithan said.
Among the many rings McKeithan wears, the ones she’s made by hand hold special value. “I wear the eye one a lot,” she said. “I’m really proud of it because I made it.” The piece, made out of thin silver wire, displays an intricate design in the shape of an eye.
Kayla Greenbaum
Junior Kayla Greenbaum expresses her style through an assortment of rings ranging from simple gold designs to colorful stones. “I like how they look and they make my hands feel pretty,” she said.
Greenbaum bought most of the rings herself, but also got some thrifting with her brother, adding a sentimental touch to her collection.
Among her usual stack, she wears the light lavender ring the most. “I have one from my mom that I like to wear the most,” Greenbaum said. “We have matching ones.”
Kami King
To sophomore Kami King, rings are not only a way to express themself, but also an important part of everyday life. “At first when I started wearing them, they felt weird,” King said. “But now if I take them off, my fingers kind of feel bare.”
Their display of rings features a range of animals, including a bee, snake, and fennec fox. “I prefer animals and cool shapes and stuff rather than just stones,” they explained.
King recently got a moth ring, which has become one of their favorites. Their unique choices in rings acts as a form of self expression and brings happiness. “They’re just silly and whimsical,” King said. “I love them.”
Queenie Hsieh
Junior Queenie Hsieh thinks of rings as a connection to life in Taiwan, as well as an accessory that simply looks cool. She bought two of her rings from a night market in Taiwan and was gifted another.
“They’re gifts from my friends, so they hold some kind of meaning to me,” Hsieh said. “The infinity one is from my best friend in Taiwan.”
Her rings compliment her outfits by matching her other accessories, including a silver necklace and a few bracelets.
Ryan Dyer
Senior Ryan Dyer’s rings display a variety of materials and shapes, ranging from metallic finishes to vibrant objects, providing a unique aesthetic while holding a deeper meaning. “A lot of them symbolize friendships that I have or that have had,” they said.
Dyer enjoys a distinct arrangement for their rings. “I like to have it so that my right hand is all metallic and man-made things, and my left hand is nature and non-man-made things,” they said.
“They’re wonderful,” Dyer said. “They bring me joy. They bring me life.” Through these rings, Dyer not only expresses personal connections but also celebrates the beauty of both the natural world and human creativity.
