A guide to sizing for Bracelets, Cuffs & Bangles

Ordering bangles or cuffs online can feel a little confusing. Unlike chain bracelets that clasp neatly around your wrist, bangles and cuffs have to slip over your whole hand. That’s where things get tricky—because it’s not about your wrist size, it’s about your hand size.

Here’s the easiest way to figure it out:

Step 1: Tuck Your Thumb In

Pretend you’re about to slide on a bangle. Tuck your thumb across your palm so your hand is as small as possible.

Step 2: Measure the Widest Part

Take a soft measuring tape and wrap it around the widest part of your hand (usually across your knuckles). Don’t pull it too tight—you want the tape to sit comfortably, the way a bangle would.

Step 3: Match the Measurement

That number is the inner circumference your bangle needs to be. So if your hand measures 8 inches around, look for a bangle that’s about 8 inches on the inside.

What About Cuffs?

Cuffs are a little easier since they usually have a small opening and can be adjusted slightly. But knowing your hand measurement still helps you pick the right size so it feels comfortable.

The Quick Takeaway

• Don’t measure your wrist—measure your hand.

• Thumb tucked, tape measure around the knuckles, and you’re set.

• That number = the bangle size you should order.

That’s it! A super simple trick that makes shopping for bangles and cuffs online way less stressful.