Jewelry sizing and Proper Fit

NECKLACES

The type of chain can widely affect where the necklace will fall, as will the size of the neck. If the necklace is very wide, it will appear shorter than the same length in a narrower style. The industry standards listed below will help in purchasing the correct length necklace for a particular occasion. It is recommended that you measure your neck for shorter lengths, such as the choker style, or if your neck is a larger or more petite size. Please follow our HOW TO MEASURE guidelines below and include that exact measurement in your order notes.

For Women

Chokers16 inches
At collarbone17-18 inches
A few inches below collarbone20 inches
At or above neckline22 inches
Below the neckline24 inches

For Men

Base of the neck (*for smaller neck sizes)18 inches
To collarbone (*most common length for average men)20 inches
A few inches below the collarbone22 inches
Just above the sternum24 inches

BRACELETS

Our bracelets follow the industry standard, and are designed to fit most people. If you feel your wrist is much larger or smaller than most, follow our HOW TO MEASURE guidelines below to determine what size will fit you best.

Bracelets make wonderful gifts and are easier to buy than rings if you don't have their size. In that case, you can consider this chart. Please bear in mind that these sizes are generalized.

For Adult sizing only

Fine Bonedabout 7 inches around (Small)
Med. Bonedabout 7.5 inches around (Medium)
Large Bonedabout 8 inches (Large)

For Children

Carefully measure the child's wrist just below the bone as above. Please enter the child's age and wrist size in the comments section upon checkout. If you cannot obtain a wrist measurement, please indicate this in the notes.

Newborn4 inches
3-6 months4.5 inches
6-12 months4.75 inches
18-24 months5 inches
2 years5.5 inches
3 years5.75 inches
4-5 years6 inches
6-7 years6.5 inches
8-12 years7 inches

HOW TO MEASURE

Use a flexible, soft tape measure (not a metal one) to size your neck or wrist. If you don't have a flexible tape measure, you can use a piece of floss, string, or yarn. Mark the spot where it meets and then lay the length of it against a ruler. For bracelets, measure the part of your wrist that is just between the wrist bone and your hand. For necklaces, measure around the middle of your neck (men can go by the neck measurement for their shirt size). This is your actual neck and wrist size. Please enter this exact measurement into the order notes for a custom fit. Please do not add to this measurement for clasp or any extra room. The size will be adjusted to ensure a proper fit.

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