Whether you want to complete your jewelry collection or you want to surprise your loved one with a special gift, choosing the right bracelet can enhance your wrist. However, to ensure a perfect fit, it is essential to know the correct wrist measurement. Here are some simple steps to do so.

How to measure

When it comes to bracelets, jewelry stores offer many styles—from tennis bracelets to adjustable and fixed bracelets. But when you want to order online, choosing a model that suits you can be a challenge in itself. That's why it's essential to make sure you choose the right size, as a piece of jewelry that molds perfectly to your wrist depends not only on the design, but also on the size.

Fortunately, there are several affordable ways to find your bracelet size right in the comfort of your own home. You can use a simple sewing centimeter, ribbon or even paper tape to easily get the perfect size.

5 steps to find out your wrist circumference

1. Use a tape measure

To measure your wrist, you need a tape measure. You can find such strips in specialty stores or buy them online. If you don't have one handy, you can use ribbon or a thin strip of paper.

2. Measure your wrist

Place the measuring tape around your hand, just below the wrist bone where you will wear the bracelet. Make sure the band is just right, but not so tight that it restricts your blood flow. With a pen or pencil mark where the two ends of the tape meet, then measure it with a ruler and note your result.

3. Add space for comfort

If you like to wear wider bracelets, add the corresponding number of centimeters to the measurement obtained in the previous step:

  • for a perfect fit, add between 0.6 and 1.3 cm;
  • for a comfortable fit, add between 1.9 and 2.5 cm;
  • for a loose fit, add up to 2.3 cm.

4. Consult the brand's size guide

Each jewelry brand or store may have its own size standards. Therefore, our advice is to consult the measurement table available on the website for the respective jewel. This will give you a clear idea of which size to choose.

Most bracelets are standard sizes. Here are some general references:

  • Ladies

Extra small (XS) - 12.7 - 14.0 cm

Small (S) - 14.0 - 15.2 cm

Medium (M) - 15.2 - 16.5 cm

Large (L) - 16.5 - 17.8 cm

Extra large (XL) - 17.8 - 19 cm

2x Large - 19.0 - 20.3 cm

3x Large - 20.3 - 21.6 cm

  • Barbie

Small (S) - 16.5 - 17.8 cm

Medium (M) - 17.8 - 19.0 cm

Large (L) - 19.0 - 20.3 cm

Extra large (XL) - 20.3- 21.6 cm

2x Large - 21.6 - 22.9 cm

3x Large- 22.9 - 24.1 cm

The standard women's bracelet size is generally between 18 and 19 cm, the former being the most common in women's jewelry. A bracelet of this size will fit snugly between the wrist bone and the base of the hand.

The standard size for men is usually between 19 and 23 cm, with 20.3 cm being the most common. Babies and toddlers tend to wear bracelets between 4 and 5 inches in length, and older children have a general bracelet length of 5 to 6 inches.

5. Try before you buy

If you have the opportunity to try the bracelet before you buy it, do it. Feel the texture, the weight and make sure it fits your wrist perfectly. Adjust if necessary to make sure the jewelry complements your style in the best possible way.

What kind of bracelets can you find at Valmand?

Whether you prefer a more classic and elegant style or you follow a modern and minimalist one, at Valmand you will always find that jewel that complements your personality. As a manufacturer of gold and platinum jewelry, we offer you the opportunity to create a unique, personalized piece. Also, on our website, you have a wide range of bracelet models available, such as tennis bracelets with diamonds and precious stones, fixed bracelets or simple and delicate bracelets.