Ring Size Guide: How to Find Your Perfect Fit at Home
Ordering a ring online only works if it actually fits when it arrives. The good news is that finding your exact size takes less than two minutes, using tools you probably already have at home. The two easiest approaches are to wrap a strip of paper or string around your finger and measure the circumference in millimetres, or to measure the inner diameter of a ring you already own that fits well. Both methods can be cross-checked against the standard size chart further below.
“Jewellery should never ask you to adjust to it. The perfect piece begins with the perfect fit.”
The String or Paper Strip Method
Start by cutting a thin strip of paper or a piece of string, about ten centimetres long. Wrap it snugly around the base of the finger you’ll wear the ring on, not too tight and not too loose, and mark the point where the strip overlaps itself. Lay the strip flat and measure the length in millimetres using a ruler. This is your finger’s circumference, which you can then match against the conversion chart below to find your size.
Measuring an Existing Ring
If you already own a ring that fits the intended finger well, measure its inner diameter in millimetres using a ruler, and match it against the diameter column in the chart below. This method is often more accurate than the string method, since it naturally accounts for knuckle size and everyday comfort rather than relying on a single snug measurement.
What If You’re Between Sizes?
If your measurement falls between two sizes, size up rather than down; a slightly looser ring is more comfortable and easier to resize than one that’s too tight, especially for wider band styles or textured settings. It also helps to measure in the evening rather than the morning, since fingers are naturally a little more swollen later in the day, giving you a more realistic, comfortable fit.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Measuring your finger when it’s cold, fingers can shrink slightly in cold temperatures, leading to an inaccurate reading.
- Measuring first thing in the morning, when fingers are at their smallest compared to later in the day.
- Ignoring bandwidth, wider bands typically fit more snugly and may need sizing up by half a size.
Avyaami’s Resizing Policy
Every Avyaami ring purchase includes one complimentary resizing within the first year on eligible designs. For customised pieces, we recommend confirming your size carefully before production begins, as resizing timelines for bespoke settings can vary based on design complexity. Know your size? Explore Avyaami’s ring collection and shop with the confidence that comes from a fit made just for you.
