FIDGET RING – AN INCLUSIVE APPROACH TO JEWELLERY DESIGN

The article considers the issue of creating a fidget item for people with psychological and sensory stress due to intense life and human functioning in information and urbanised environment. The study is based on a comprehensive, systemic and synergetic approach: the historical aspect is touched upon, it is studied from the point of view of inclusiveness, ergonomics, the importance of including traditional ornaments in the product design and the influence of their symbolic load on the psychological balance of a person is proven. Taking into account all aspects, a design of a jewellery item for serial production was developed using inexpensive materials, simplicity of design and a simplified technological process. The proposed anti-stress ring may become a popular decoration in the field of inclusive design and can help people cope with psychological and emotional stress.