One of the most common questions people ask before booking permanent jewelry is what happens if their body changes. Weight gain, weight loss, swelling, and normal fluctuations are a natural part of life, so it’s completely reasonable to wonder how permanent jewelry will feel over time.
At Bonded by Gigi, we’ve welded thousands of permanent jewelry pieces in Lake Geneva, and body changes are something we intentionally plan for from the very beginning of the process.
Body Changes Are Normal and Expected
Your body is not static. Weight can fluctuate due to travel, stress, hormones, health changes, or lifestyle shifts. Even without weight changes, wrists and ankles naturally swell throughout the day due to heat, activity, sleep, or movement.
Permanent jewelry should be fit with real life in mind, not just how your body feels at one specific moment.
Why Proper Fit Matters From Day One
Permanent jewelry that is welded too tight can feel uncomfortable if your body changes. Jewelry that is welded too loose can become annoying, slide excessively, or snag.
That’s why fit is one of the most important parts of the experience.
At Bonded by Gigi, we always do a test fit first and make sure the jewelry allows room for:
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natural swelling
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day-to-day movement
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normal body changes
The fit has to feel good to you and pass our comfort check as well. After welding thousands of pieces, we know what works long-term and what tends to cause issues later.
What Happens If Your Jewelry No Longer Feels Comfortable?
If permanent jewelry ever feels uncomfortable due to body changes, it doesn’t mean you made a mistake.
Permanent jewelry can be cut at the jump ring, which is the small round ring where it was welded. This keeps the chain intact and allows the piece to be adjusted later.
We always offer free rewelds, so your jewelry can be resized or re-welded once it feels comfortable again.
We can also add charms if we need to expand your jewelry while keeping it looking intentional.
This flexibility is one of the reasons permanent jewelry works so well for real life.
Why Experience Makes a Difference
Understanding how little details effect fit comes from hands-on experience. After welding thousands of permanent jewelry pieces, we’ve learned how to anticipate issues before they happen and guide customers toward fits that feel comfortable long after the appointment.
If you’re curious about what else real-world experience has taught us, you can read more here:
https://www.bondedbygigi.com/blogs/the-gigi-guide/we-ve-welded-thousands-of-permanent-jewelry-pieces-here-s-what-we-ve-learned
That experience is built into every fitting we do.
Permanent Jewelry Is Designed for Everyday Life
Permanent jewelry is meant to move with you. It’s designed to be worn while you live your life, not something you have to constantly think about.
When fit and materials are chosen thoughtfully, most people forget they’re even wearing it — even as their body naturally changes.
Booking Permanent Jewelry at Bonded by Gigi
Permanent jewelry is offered in-store only.
We accept walk-ins whenever time allows, or you can book online if you prefer to lock in a time — especially helpful for weekends, groups, or visitors.
Book your permanent jewelry appointment here:
https://www.bondedbygigi.com/pages/permanent-jewelry
If booking online, each person receiving permanent jewelry needs their own time slot. Deposits are applied toward your total purchase.
Where to Find Us
Bonded by Gigi is located inside The Market of Lake Geneva at:
830 W Main St
Lake Geneva, WI
Whether you’re local or visiting, we’re happy to help you choose a fit that feels comfortable now and adapts to real life later.
The Bottom Line
Weight changes and body fluctuations are normal, and permanent jewelry should be designed with that reality in mind. With thoughtful fitting, experience-based guidance, and the option for free rewelds, permanent jewelry can remain comfortable even as your body changes.
When permanent jewelry is done right, it fits your life — not the other way around.