Bracelet Size Guide

Size guide · Bracelets

Two minutes, a piece of string and a ruler. Here is how to measure your wrist and pick a bracelet that sits right: not tight, not sliding off.

Amethyst Everyday Bracelet, 10mm | Castello Jewels
You needString and ruler
Time2 minutes
Add to wrist1 to 2.5 cm
Bead sizes4 to 12 mm

How to measure your wrist

  • Wrap a string or a soft paper strip once around your wrist, just below the wrist bone, where a bracelet sits.
  • Mark the point where the string meets itself.
  • Lay it flat against a ruler and read the length in centimeters.
  • Measure twice. Wrists are a little bigger in the evening and in heat.

Add room for comfort

A bracelet should not be as tight as your wrist measurement. Add a small allowance depending on how you like it to fit. These are general guidelines, so check the options listed on each product page.

Fit you want Add to wrist Feels like
Snug +1 cm Stays in place, barely moves
Regular +1.5 cm Comfortable, a little movement
Loose +2.5 cm Drapes, slides on the wrist
Choose by how it should feel: snug for sport, regular for every day, loose for a relaxed look.

Bead size changes the look

Bigger beads take more space on the wrist and feel bolder. The same wrist can wear a thin 4mm stack or a single bold 12mm bracelet.

Small tips

  • Between two sizes? Pick the larger one for beads of 8mm and up, since big beads need more room.
  • Thin wrists look balanced in 4mm and 6mm. Larger wrists often suit 8mm and up.
  • Stacking several bracelets? Mix sizes and keep a little extra length so they do not pinch.
  • Need help? Message us with your wrist size and we will suggest a fit.

Questions people ask

How do I measure my wrist without a tape?

Use a piece of string or a strip of paper, mark the overlap, then measure it against a ruler.

Should a bracelet be tight?

No. It should move a little, enough to slide over your hand and rest comfortably, without sliding off.

What bead size should I choose?

For a subtle look choose 4mm or 6mm. For a bold look choose 10mm or 12mm. 8mm sits in the middle.

Can I wear bracelets on both wrists?

Yes. There is no rule. Many people wear one on each wrist for balance.

Handmade in Rhodes with natural stones and 925 sterling silver.
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