Wrap the measuring tape snugly around the widest part of your wrist. Note the number on the measuring tape, and add a half inch to determine the right bracelet size. For example: Wrist measurement is 5 inches: Your bracelet size is 5.5 inches.
You don't want to be disappointed when your bracelet arrives only to find it is too small or too big. For the majority of women, a bracelet size that is between 7 to 7.5 inches is considered standard.
Bracelet Size Guide. Bracelets are generally a type of jewelry where size doesn't matter as much. For women, the industry standard bracelet diameter is 7 inches; for men, the standard is 8 inches. Some types of bracelets have clasps that allow the wearer to adjust the size.
For Women's bracelets, the standard length is 6.5 - 7.5 inches, the most common length being 7 inches. For Men's bracelets, sizes range from 7.5 - 9 inches, with 8 inches being the most common size. Use the following guide to find out the size of your wrist so you can select the best bracelet size for you.
Add a half of an inch to the measured circumference of your wrist to allow for a comfortable fit and that is how you get the right bracelet size. If, for instance, the circumference of your wrist is 6 inches, your bracelet size would be 6.5 inches.
When measuring for bracelets, measure tightly where your wrist is broadest and add 1 inch (2.5 cm) to the measurement. Next find the closest bracelet size. Both the 16cm and 17cm bracelets are VERY small. These sizes are usually worn by children or women with extremely thin wrists.
Bracelet sizes are based on gender and age. Gender-wise, there are generic bracelet sizes for men and women. The known fact that men's wrist sizes are generally larger than women's also applies to bracelets. Men's most common bracelet size is 8 inches, and 7 inches for women.
The right length depends on how you like to wear your bracelet, looser or tighter. The average woman's wrist falls between 6.0"-7.0".
A bracelet of 7 inches is the most common in women's jewelry. Women's bangle and cuff bracelets usually are 7 inches in length with a 2 ½ inch diameter.
One inch is equal to 25.4 mm, so if your wrist is seven inches in circumference, multiply by 25.4 to get 177.8 mm.
Generally, most people are comfortable with a bracelet circumference about an inch larger than their wrist circumference. The guidance given below, and the bracelet sizing given with each bracelet, will help determine the bracelet fit.
That being said, your bracelets should strike a balance between moving around a little and still being tight enough so they don't slide off your hand. One way to find out whether your bracelets are the right fit is to slip one or two fingers between your wrist and your bracelet.
Small Average Womens Wrist Sizes: 5.5in to 6.5 in. 14cm to 17cm.
A good fitting bracelet has a bit of extra space between itself and your wrist... but not so much that it slides up and down your forearm/hand. You should be able to slide 1 or 2 fingers under the bracelet and your wrist. A good tip is to treat bracelets like you would your watch – keep it under your sleeve.
The most popular bracelet size is 19 cm. A bracelet is perfectly sized when you measure your wrist tightly and add 2 cm. If you are between sizes ask yourself how you like to wear your bracelet. If you wear it tightly choose the smaller size and if you like to wear it loosely take the next size up.
If you do not have a tailor's tape, your piece of paper or string can function pretty much the same way. Wrap the paper or string around your wrist and mark with a pen or marker where the two pieces overlap. Then take your piece of paper or string and measure mark to mark on your ruler.