How to Choose and Fit a Cuff Bracelet

In very general terms, cuff bracelets are made in these sizes:

Small - Fits a 6" wrist or less
Medium or Average - Fits from a 6" to a 7" wrist
Large - Fits from a 7" to an 8" wrist
Extra Large - Fits 8" and over

The best way to get a good fit is to measure a cuff bracelet you already have and compare the end to end and gap measurements with the one your are looking at.

If you don't have a cuff bracelet to use for comparison, then follow this method.

First measure your wrist where you want to wear the bracelet.

Then look at the bracelet you are interested in and add the two figures on the page:

inside circumference from end to end + the gap = the size of the bracelet.

If your wrist measures 6 1/2" and you are looking at a bracelet with a 5 1/4" inside circumference and a 1 1/4" gap, then the bracelet will probably fit.

How well it will fit will depend on whether you like to wear your cuff bracelet tight or loose, alone or with other bracelets, in front of or behind the prominent bone on your wrist.

BUT, many cuff bracelets are adjustable. They can be opened or closed up to about a ½ inch larger or smaller. The types that are NOT easily adjustable are those that are made from very thick, heavy metal or those with inlaid stones across the entire front and sides.

For example, a bracelet that is listed as adjustable and has a 5 ¼" inside circumference and a 1 1/4" gap would have a total size of about 6 1/2 inches and is considered AVERAGE. But it could be closed down to a Small size and opened up to fit a 7 inch wrist too.

When you purchase a bracelet, realize that if you adjust it, it is not returnable. To adjust your bracelet, be very careful how you adjust it so you don't make it an odd shape or damage it. If you try to bend an area of your bracelet where there is a stone or inlay, you might pop the stones out. Generally when opening or closing a bracelet for fit, encircle one hand firmly over the last stone on one side of the bracelet and then make your adjustment by bending in or out the portion of the bracelet from the last stone to the end of the bracelet. Do the same on the other side.

Remember, some bracelets are not adjustable at all. Those that have stones or inlay all the way to the ends of the bracelet are not considered adjustable. Those that are made of very heavy silver would be very difficult to bend, so are considered not adjustable.

Bracelet Weight

We list the weight of bracelets for several reasons. First, since the price of silver is at a 22 year high right now, the weight of a bracelet often factors into its price. Also, we list the weight because sometimes you are shopping for a substantial piece, like a heavy cuff, and sometimes you are looking for a very lightweight piece. You can compare the weights among bracelets to find exactly what you want.

Traditionally precious metals and jewelry weights are listed in grams. There are approximately 28 grams in one ounce.
As always, if you have questions about a bracelet, write us at .

IMPORTANT NOTE: Bracelets that have been adjusted are not returnable. Bracelets are only returnable if they arrived to you damaged. In that case, please contact us before you return the bracelet and we will give you instructions on how to proceed for the insurance claim.