Waterproof Men's Jewelry: 7 Best-Sellers and How to Wear Them

Most men who wear jewelry wear it every day. In the shower, at the gym, on the beach, and to dinner afterwards. So the jewelry has to keep up. That's what waterproof men's jewelry is for. Our men's pieces are made from stainless steel, so you can put them on in the morning and forget about them.

Below are the pieces our customers order most from the men's jewelry collection: the necklaces, the bracelet and the rings that keep selling, season after season, and how to wear each one.

What makes men's jewelry waterproof?

It comes down to the base metal. Our necklaces and bracelets are made from stainless steel, which doesn't rust and doesn't react to water, sweat or sea salt. The gold and rose gold versions are plated with 18K gold on top of that steel. That's why they're waterproof, tarnish-resistant and hypoallergenic, so you don't need to take them off before a swim or a workout.

Sensitive skin? Our guide to hypoallergenic metals in jewelry explains why stainless steel is one of the safest choices.

1. The Cross Pendant Necklace: our best-selling men's piece

This is the one. The Cross Pendant Necklace is the men's piece we sell most, across every shop we're on. A clean, flat cross on a fine chain, adjustable from 55 to 60 cm, so it sits at mid-chest rather than at the collarbone.

How to wear it: over a plain white T-shirt or tank top, or tucked under an open collar so only the chain shows. It comes in gold, silver and rose gold.

2. The Men's Layered Cross Necklace: the layered look, already done

Layering two necklaces is easy to get wrong: the chains tangle, or the lengths sit too close together. The Men's Layered Cross Necklace solves both. It's a short plain chain and a longer chain with a small cross, joined in one piece. Stainless steel, plated with 18K gold, and fully waterproof.

How to wear it: on its own. It already is the layered look, so skip other necklaces and let a watch or a single bracelet do the rest.

3. The Snake Chain: the men's chain that goes with everything

If you only buy one chain, make it a snake chain. The links sit so close together that the chain looks like one smooth, flexible line. It catches the light without looking flashy. Our Rolled Snake Chain Necklace is the most popular. It adjusts up to 50 cm with a sliding clasp, so there are no jump rings to fiddle with.

Want it flatter or longer? The Men's Snake Chain Necklace lies flat against the skin, and the Thick Snake Chain Necklace and Round Snake Chain Necklace come in a longer 55–60 cm length.

How to wear it: on its own with a crew neck, or as the base chain for a pendant.

4. The Snake Chain Bracelet: the easiest way to start

Not sure about a necklace? Start at the wrist. The Snake Chain Bracelet has flat, smooth links and adjusts from 18 to 23 cm, so it fits most wrists without resizing. It's waterproof, tarnish-resistant and hypoallergenic. The Round Snake Chain Bracelet is the same idea with a rounder chain.

How to wear it: on the wrist without a watch, or next to a leather-strap watch. Match the metal to your watch case.

5. Men's signet rings: rectangular, round or engraved

A signet ring is the one piece of jewelry almost every man looks good in. We make three, all in stainless steel, in sizes EU 59 to 68 (US 9 to 12):

• Rectangular Signet Ring: a long, flat face. Our best-selling men's ring, in gold and silver.
• Round Signet Ring: the classic shape, in gold, silver and rose gold.
• Engraved Square Signet Ring: a square face with ribbed sides, in gold and silver.

How to wear it: traditionally on the little finger of your non-writing hand. Today, the index or ring finger works just as well. Wear one signet ring per hand, and match its metal to your necklace.

6. The Cuban Chain: for a bolder look

The Thick Cuban Chain Necklace (also called a curb chain) has flattened, interlocking links that lie flat against the skin. It's the most noticeable chain in the range, and it's 100% waterproof in gold, silver and rose gold.

How to wear it: over a dark T-shirt, and on its own. A Cuban chain doesn't need a pendant.

7. Men's jewelry sets: pieces already matched for you

Buying for someone else? A set takes the guesswork out. The Round Snake Chain Jewelry Set, the Snake Chain Jewelry Set and the Cross & Snake Chain Jewelry Set pair pieces that already match in metal and weight. All three are waterproof, in gold, silver and rose gold.

Gold, silver or rose gold: which is right for you?

• Gold is our most-ordered color for men. It's warm, stands out and looks best against tanned skin and with white, beige and black.
• Silver is quieter and goes with everything, especially a steel watch, grey and denim.
• Rose gold is softer and less expected. It's a good choice if gold feels too loud for you.

The one rule: keep the same metal across your necklace, bracelet and ring.

FAQ: waterproof men's jewelry

Can I shower and swim with stainless steel jewelry?

Yes. Our waterproof necklaces and bracelets are made for it, including the shower, the sea and the pool. Rinse them in fresh water after swimming in chlorine or salt water, and dry them with a soft cloth.

Will stainless steel jewelry turn my skin green?

No. Green marks usually come from copper or brass. Stainless steel doesn't react with your skin that way.

Will the gold color fade?

Our gold and rose gold pieces are plated with 18K gold over stainless steel and are tarnish-resistant. To keep the shine longer, avoid perfume and cleaning products on the metal, and store each piece on its own so the chains don't rub.

What necklace length is right for a man?

50 cm sits at the base of the neck, like a crew-neck T-shirt. 55–60 cm falls onto the chest and is the most common length for a pendant.

What if it doesn't fit or I change my mind?

You have 30 days to return it.

Ready to start? Browse the full men's jewelry collection, with chains, bracelets, rings and sets in gold, silver and rose gold.