Bangle Bracelets 101: How to Pick the Right Size and Style

To pick the right bangle bracelet, measure your hand at its widest point (usually across the knuckles) to find the diameter it needs to slide over, then choose a style based on whether you want a single statement piece or a set of stackable bracelets worn together. Getting the size wrong is the most common bangle bracelet mistake, since unlike a flexible chain bracelet, a bangle is a rigid or semi-rigid band that has to physically pass over your hand before it can settle comfortably on your wrist.

How to Measure for the Right Bangle Size

You first need to measure the widest point on your hand - usually around the knuckles with the thumb held inside the hand - as that's the size the bangle will actually need to fit through. You can use a soft tape measure or a piece of paper to do this; after you know the circumference, you just need to divide by 3.14 to get the diameter.

However, most normal bangles tend to be in the range of 2.5 to 2.75 inches in terms of their diameter because of the average wrist size of an adult; however, because of the different sizes of hands, it is advisable to measure your hand rather than assuming based on your ring or watch size. When you have two choices, it is always advisable to pick the bigger size rather than the smaller size.

However, most common bangles would fall in the category of 2.5 to 2.75 inches in relation to their diameters to the average size of the wrist of an adult, but due to the varied sizes of hands, it is recommended that one should measure their hand instead of guessing from the size of their ring or watch. In case there are two options, it is better to choose the larger option.

Solid Bangles vs. Stackable Bracelets

It speaks for itself with its elegance and works well for someone who prefers something simpler without too much embellishment. This is where one can find the biggest and heaviest of the designs, those that are supposed to be worn on their own without other jewelry.

Stackable bangles take an entirely opposite route by using multiple bangles which are narrower in design to form a bulkier bracelet. It is advisable for one to use pieces of bangles that have a common theme, either in the type of metal, the textures of different pieces of gold or contrasting pieces of smooth and textured bracelets. Narrower bangles stack better as compared to wider ones since the latter may become bulky when stacked together.

Choosing a Metal and Finish

For both single and stacked bracelets, gold is still the most flexible choice because the warm shade of gold is always easy to match with other jewelry and skin colors. With yellow gold looking traditional and white gold appearing more modern, there is also the option of rose gold, which has a romantic feel to it.

Finish is just as important as the metal color. The high-polish bangle has the ability to reflect the light and give a brilliant appearance. But the matte and brushed finishes have a more understated look and help in hiding the scratches as well. In stacking your jewelry, having a different finish is easy to do with one being the high-polish finish of the bangles with two matte ones.

Where Lafonn Bracelets Fit In

Lafonn bracelets can be an excellent choice for those seeking the elegance of fine jewelry but do not want to pay for the cost of real gold or platinum. The bangles made by Lafonn use sterling silver combined with platinum and then set with Lafonn's trademarked Lassaire diamonds, which are embedded in the metal and resemble actual diamonds. As there are several types of bangles, some have a high-polish finish and others have a pavé finish along the entire bracelet. In addition, Lafonn bangles look just as good alone as they do when stacked with gold bangles.

Putting It Together

While choosing the best bangle bracelet for yourself, it is very important to choose the right one that will suit your requirements with regard to your size, design and metal. To do so, it becomes necessary to measure the size of your hand at the knuckle level before you make any buying decisions.

Why Choose Hislon Jewelers

Hislon Jewelers offers an extensive variety of gold bracelets, along with the entire bangle collection of Lafonn. This allows customers to make comparisons between strong statement bracelets and stacking options while being able to see for themselves what sizes look like when worn on their hands. We are able to measure for correct sizing, as well as explain which finishes and metal colors complement each other in a stack. With the help of Hislon Jewelers, you will be able to find a bracelet or a stack of bracelets that will really be worn.