Fitting it Right — How to Know Your Perfect Ring Size?

If you want to buy a ring or resize an old one to fit a different finger, the first thing you need to know is the size of your finger. Although most jewelers will assist you in determining your finger size, you can also learn it on your own. And, to help you out, here’s our handy guide to deciding your ideal ring size.

Find Your Right Fit- At Home & Store

Finding the perfect finger size may be a little more difficult than it appears. And why not? Your fingers’ widths are likely to vary depending on factors like the season, body temperature, diet, age, and so on. A cold-water dip makes the fingers shrink, while a hot bath makes them plump. And if you eat a high-sodium meal the night before, your finger would most likely swell the next morning.

Your finger size does not always remain constant. However, you should choose a ring that fits snugly on your finger. So, is it possible to achieve your ideal size? It is, indeed.

Option 1: Try on Something Real

Yes, you read that right. Try on engagement bands or wedding bands at a local jewelry store to assess your ideal ring size. Bands have a straighter shank with no curves or accents. As a result, you would be given a perfectly circular-shaped ring to try on. However, this is an ‘in-store’ strategy.

Option 2: The Ribbon Method

If you’re too lazy to leave your house to assess your ring size, here’s an ‘at home’ method for you: the ribbon method. For this DIY, all you need to do is wrap a ribbon or thread around your ring finger or any other finger where you intend to wear the ring. Next, make a mark where the ribbon meets each other. Afterward, you can place the ribbon next to a ruler to take the measurement. After that, use the conversion chart below to determine your correct ring size.

Option 3: The Mandrel Method

Do you have doubts about your judgment? Seek the assistance of a professional. Bring any old rings that fit you to a jewelry store and have them measured with a mandrel — a cone with ascending width. You can also try new rings at the store to ensure that your current ring size is correct. Once you’ve found a ring you like, have it measured with a mandrel to determine your exact size.

Option 4: Buy a Ring Sizer

Using a ring sizer is a permanent solution for getting your ideal ring size every time at home. They are available for purchase online, and the best part is that they are reasonably priced. Keep your ring sizer handy, so you can use it whenever you want to buy a new ring or resize an old one (s).

Knowing the Right Size for Engagement Ring and Wedding Band

Let us debunk the myth: rings will never fit perfectly!

Yes, you read that correctly. Why? Because your fingers are never the same size. But that doesn’t mean you have to settle for an ill-fitting engagement ring or wedding band.

You can use some criteria to determine whether your ring is too loose, too tight, or fits snugly on your finger. Let’s take a look at some possibilities.

1. If someone can easily remove your ring without much resistance, the ring is too loose or too large and needs to be resized. So, check to see if your ring comes off effortlessly. And if it is, it is a red flag.

2. You may have a large knuckle, which means most rings will slide in with some difficulty but will have extra space once they pass over the ridge. This is normal, but living with a spinning ring could be a total turn-off. In this case, the simplest solution is to reshape the ring into an oval rather than a complete circle. The widest part of the ring can be turned to allow it to slide smoothly over the knuckle before being properly positioned to sit snuggly on the finger.

3. It is too tight for you if your engagement ring or wedding band leaves a lasting indent on your finger. It would help if you size up or resize your ring for a better fit. However, sizing up your ring may be easier if you have a simpler band with a less intricate design. Resizing a pave diamond band or an intricately designed shank may jeopardize the integrity of the layout.

Summary

The best thing about rings is that you can tell if they fit properly or not. Our fingers, like us, are all unique. So, it should not be the end of the world if your ring no longer fits you. Our tips will undoubtedly help you resize your favorite piece of jewelry. Remember, if there’s a ring, there’s always a way (to resize it)!