Previously, we covered how to measure your gold bracelet to find a proper fit for your wrist. The flexibility of a bracelet does make taking measurements easy, but what about gold bangles? While they share some similarities, gold bangles have additional considerations to help you pick the right size for your wrist.
Measuring a Gold Bangle
If you already own a gold bangle, you can take a straight ruler or measuring tape to determine the bangle’s internal diameter. Carefully position the ruler or tape across the middle of the bangle, then measure from one inner edge to the other side. Record the measurement in mm or cm, and then multiply it by 3.14 (or pi) to obtain the bangle’s circumference measurement. This straightforward technique can quickly help you find the right fit while bangle shopping.
For new gold bangles, you should take measurements of both your hand and your wrist.
Measuring Your Hand
Measuring your hand helps ensure that a closed gold bangle can easily squeeze past your hand’s width to reach your wrist. To start, first fold your fingers together and place your thumb inward, pointing at your palm and touching the base of your pinky finger. Next, use a string, ribbon, or measuring tape and wrap it around the widest part of your hand (across the base of the knuckles), and mark the point where the two ends meet.
Doing this allows you to measure your hand’s circumference and find a suitable gold bangle that fits. Consider increasing the size of your measurement by a small amount (typically about half a size bigger) to prevent the gold bangle from constantly chafing your skin every time you put it on or take it off.
Measuring Your Wrist
Finding your wrist size is also essential to finding a gold bangle that rests snugly on your wrist every time you wear it. To obtain this measurement, use a string, ribbon, or measuring tape and wrap it around your wrist bone. Ensure your measuring tool is not wrapped too tightly or too loosely around the wrist. Mark the point where the two ends meet and record the measurement in mm or cm.
Using Gold Bangle Size Charts
Bangle size charts provide a helpful way to convert your circumference or diameter measurements into an optimal size for your needs. Use the size chart to find the right gold bangle by comparing your measurements with the size that closely matches them. As size charts can differ across different brands and jewellers, knowing your measurements will ensure you find the best fit that maintains your comfort while wearing the gold bangle.
Take note that size charts may either use a gold bangle’s inner diameter (Ø) or inside circumference. If you have any uncertainties, it never hurts to consult a professional jeweller for further advice.
Guidance from Professional Jewellers
If you are uncertain that your measurements are accurate, you can always consult a professional jeweller to do that for you. Jewellers can accurately measure your hand and wrist to narrow down a suitable selection of matching and well-fitted gold bangles that will complement your desired fashion styles.
Here at Merlin Goldsmith, we are happy to be of assistance! You are welcome to visit our store and speak to our dedicated jewellers to learn more about gold bangle sizes. See our luxurious collection of gold bangles, and pick out your favourites for any special occasion.