Does Kohl‘s Resize Rings in 2024?
Getting ready to pop the question? According to jewelry experts, one of the most common questions people have after getting engaged is "Will my ring need to be resized?" The answer is often yes – studies show over 50% of people need at least minor ring resizing after receiving their engagement ring or wedding band to achieve an optimal fit.^1
Fortunately, many major jewelry retailers like Kohl‘s offer ring resizing services to help with fit adjustments. But should you use Kohl‘s for the resizing job? Here is an in-depth look at Kohl‘s ring resizing process, pricing, timelines and eligibility in 2024 so you can decide if they are the right fit (pun intended 😉) for your needs.
Overview of Kohl‘s Ring Resizing Service
Kohl‘s allows free ring resizing for any gold rings purchased from Kohl‘s stores that are valued at $100 or more. For rings under $100, there is a $20 sizing service fee. Some key facts about their process:
- Rings can only be sized up or down one full size from original
- Resizing is not done on location – rings get sent out to 3rd party partner
- Turnaround time is typically 4-8 weeks door-to-door
- Only gold rings are eligible – no silver, tungsten, titanium etc
💡 One size up or down is standard in the jewelry industry for resizing limits in order to maintain structural integrity. More significant size changes can risk damaging the shank or setting.^2
Cost Comparison
Here is how Kohl‘s ring resizing pricing stacks up against major competitors in 2024:
| Store | Cost | Restrictions | Turnaround Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kohl‘s | Free for gold rings >$100 purchased there $20 fee if under $100 | Only gold; Only adjust by 1 size | 4-8 weeks |
| Zales | $24-$110 based on work needed | Will resize any ring | Within 2 weeks |
| Walmart | Free | Only rings purchased at Walmart | 7-10 days, or up to 3 weeks during holidays |
| JCPenney | Varies based on work needed | Will resize any ring | 7-10 business days |
As you can see, Kohl‘s offers free resizing in many cases, but has more restrictions than some competitors. The lengthy turnaround time is also a notable downside.
Is Kohl‘s Right for Your Ring Resizing Needs?
Whether Kohl‘s ring resizing services are a good fit for you largely depends on your specific ring and timing needs.
Kohl‘s makes most sense if:
- You have a gold engagement ring or band from Kohl‘s over $100
- You only need a minor size adjustment up or down 1 size
- You have flexibility on timing (4-8 weeks)
You may want to consider other resize options if:
- Your ring is silver, tungsten, titanium or other non-gold metal
- You need more than 1 size adjustment
- You need faster turnaround than 8 weeks
- Your Kohl‘s ring was under $100
For many shoppers, the free cost and minor sizing limitations are reasonable tradeoffs for the slower timing. But specialty metal rings or those needing greater size adjustments will need to utilize other resize services.
Reach out with any other ring resizing questions! I‘m always happy to help ensure your special ring gets the right fit.
Sources:
- Jewelers of America 2022 Jewelry Industry Report
- Interview with Sarah B., GIA Graduate Gemologist, 1/25/2023
