How to Find Your Ideal Ring Size at Home

The Perfect Fit

First, knowing and fully understanding that there will never be a perfect fit is the first step. And if your ring does fit perfectly, it's probably just for a moment, an afternoon, or, at most, a day because our fingers change size with the weather, from what we eat, or from constantly working with our hands. The good news is that you can still find a good fit; you have to be open to the idea that it will sometimes fit differently, but we can find a medium that works.

Some of us have a good idea of what we need because we buy rings frequently. Others wear a ring daily but can't remember what their size is or used to be. And others buying a ring for the first time may not be aware that there are international numbering systems or know anything about ring sizes. So, let's get some education.

Some of us have a good idea of what we need because we buy rings frequently. Others wear a ring daily but can't remember what their size is or used to be. And others buying a ring for the first time may not be aware that there are international numbering systems or know anything about ring sizes. So, let's get some education.

Finger Shape

Indeed, different kinds of fingers can impact ring size and fit. For example, a tapered ring finger that widens downward toward the base of the hand requires a more snug fit. Rings can easily fall off tapered fingers if they slide out. No matter what size you decide on, the most important is that the ring fits not too tight and not so loose that it will slide off your fingers. Hence the importance of having a ring sizer with you.

Band Width and shape

Thinner bands run larger, while thicker bands have a more snug fit. The more metal around your finger, the more space it takes up and the tighter it fits. "A thin size six ring will not fit the same as a thick size six ring." The round inner part may have a slight effect and offer less resistance, thus needing a 1/4 size smaller, but that depends on other factors.

Ring Sizes, charts and Conventions

Ring sizes in the United States and Canada range from 3 to 13, including half and quarter sizes. Sizes of rings are measured in inches or millimeters based on their diameter or circumference. The diameter measures the inside length of the ring, while the circumference measures the entire band. 

In international ring sizing, the measurement process is the same, but the numbered sizes follow different scales, which vary from country to country. The United Kingdom and Australia use an alphabetical letter sizing system. NineAmulets uses the U.S. size chart. 

 

Tips and Tricks

1. If you wear a ring that fits you well, you're halfway there. You can simply measure in millimeters the inside diameter of the ring ( from one inner border to another) and look at the US size number in the chart above.
2. Measure your fingers at the end of the day to ensure they are at their largest or most swollen. It is common for people to order rings that are too large. When fingers are swollen at night, a snug ring sizer might feel uncomfortable during the day.
3. Some websites advertise various methods, such as tying dental floss around your finger or sticking them into cut-out holes from a paper chart. Stay away from these shortcuts because they can be highly inaccurate.
4. Rings should fit tightly over the knuckle, so they don't fall off, but not so tightly that they restrict blood flow. In cases where the knuckle is larger than the base of the finger, measure both places and pick a size between them.
5. If your ring arrives and initially seems to be a little too large or too small, wear it for a few days (if it's safe to wear) to get used to it before you consider exchanging it for a different size. We offer a 30-day return policy should you decide to exchange it.

 

The App

The nifty app might be of great help. If you have a ring that fits you well. Place the ring at the screen of your phone and move the slider to find the size of the ring.

The professional ring sizer

This is by far the most accurate way to measure your ring size. It is a fine idea to invest about five dollars and buy a permanent professional ring sizer and have the best chance of getting it right, avoiding disappointments. One click online and a few dollars, a one or two wait can save you many more days of hassle returning a ring. I cannot stress this enough.

 

 

The professional ring sizer has one ring for each size and half size. Find the size that fits you the best and most comfortably. Not too tight, not too loose. It is as simple as that. Quarter sizes make little difference, but if you think it will help, go for it. Most sizing can be resolved using whole or whole sizes plus a half. Buy yours here!