Ordering a ring can be tricky if you aren’t sure about your ring size. While a jeweler can give you the most precise measurement, it isn’t always convenient to make an appointment with one. Fortunately, you can do a pretty accurate job at home. Measure your finger with a flexible measuring tape and convert the measurement using a ring size chart or ruler. Alternatively, if you already own a great-fitting ring, the process is even easier! You can get your size by comparing your ring to a circular sizing chart.
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[Edit]Measuring Your Finger
- Wrap flexible measuring tape around your finger. Wrap the tape close to the knuckle. This is the thickest part of your finger, and your ring will need to slide over it comfortably. After all, taking on and off your ring shouldn’t be painful! Choose a cloth or plastic measuring tape for a more accurate measurement. You can try a metal measuring tape, but it’ll be a lot harder to wrap around your finger, and could cause injury.
- For an even easier measurement, check out different jeweler's websites for printable ring sizers. You can use these much like a tape measure, only the ring sizes are visible on the ruler itself, which means you don’t have to convert the measurements.[1]
- Don’t wrap the paper too tightly. Aim for a snug but comfortable fit.
- Here’s a fun fact: Even the same fingers on different hands are different sizes. Make sure to use the exact finger that will wear the ring. For an engagement ring, you should be sizing your left ring finger, not your right.
- The size of your fingers tends to change throughout the day. Weird, right? For best results, measure at the end of the day.[2]
- Record the measurement where the tape overlaps. Do this on a separate piece of paper with a pen or pencil. You can record the measurement in inches or millimeters, depending on the retailer. Many will have both measurements available, but a European retailer might only have measurements in millimeters.
- If you're using a printed ring sizer, mark the point where it overlaps directly on the ruler itself.
- Compare the measurement to a sizing chart. Now that you’ve got the numbers, it’s time to find your size. You can find these charts at many online jewelry retailers. If you want, you can print the chart for easy reference, but it isn't necessary. These charts convert measurements into ring sizes; for instance, 2.34” (59.5mm) would be a size 9.[3]
- If your measurement falls between two sizes, go for the largest size.[4]
- If you’re using a printed ring sizer, check where you marked the overlap to figure out your size.
[Edit]Using a Circular Sizing Chart
- Find and print a ring sizing chart. Many online jewelry retailers offer printable charts that show a number of circles of different sizes.[5] For even better accuracy, look at a sizing chart from your personal retailer. That way, you’ll know the sizing on the chart will match the sizing of their products.
- A distorted chart could lead to inaccurate sizing, which means the ring you order might not fit. Ensure any scaling options on your printer are turned off.
- Find a ring you own that fits the finger you’re trying to size. Choose a great-fitting ring—one that fits snugly, but isn’t too tight. Again, make sure the ring fits the correct finger; even your two ring fingers can be different sizes!
- If you don't own a ring, make one by wrapping some wire or paper around your finger, and use that instead.
- Place your ring over the circles on the chart. The circle should match the inside of the ring for the perfect fit.[6] If you’re stuck between two close sizes, go for the larger size.
- The reason you want to go larger is because your finger will swell throughout the day. If the ring is too small, it'll be too tight.
- Don't match the circle up with the outside of the ring, otherwise the ring will be too small for you.
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- Most jewelry stores will only charge once for resizing, even if the ring needs to be resized multiple times. A reputable store should not charge you separately for every attempt.
- Certain metal rings cannot be resized, while others have resizing limitations. Consult your jeweler if you have any questions or concerns.
- Your fingers might also swell if you're pregnant or taking certain medications. Take this into account when measuring your ring size.
- If shopping for a wedding band, find out whether your ring is a "comfort fit" band. Comfort fit, while much more comfortable, can sometimes affect your ring size. Let your jeweler know if you are planning to purchase a comfort fit ring.
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