How to determine the size of a women's or men's bracelet correctly

It is difficult to imagine a complete and harmonious female image without accessories. Instantly attracting attention, they correctly place accents and make the overall picture more interesting and multifaceted. However, before you start purchasing jewelry, you need to decide on their size range. Below is a wide selection of practical tips and recommendations on how to find out your hand size for a bracelet.

Main models

A bracelet is a classic piece of jewelry that is worn on the hand. Being widely known since Paleolithic times, it was present in the cultures of various peoples. It was assumed that wearing special hoops on the wrists could protect against evil spirits, damage and the evil eye, and all kinds of troubles and adversities.

These unique accessories have not lost their relevance today, being divided into several types and categories. Thus, bracelets are usually distinguished by:

• shape - spiral, round (hoops), bracelets-clips, bracelets-half-rings and bracelets-chains;
• material – gold, silver, platinum or costume jewelry;
• manufacturing method - closed, hinged, chain, spring, braided.

Chain accessories are those made by connecting chain links in series.

Hinged - those that are secured using a special hinge.

Closed - one-piece bracelets that do not have additional fasteners or inserts.

Spring - tightly wrapping around the hand, stretching under mechanical influence. Made on the basis of elastic threads.

Braided - made on the basis of beads or beads by stringing.

How to find out the women's wrist bracelet size: basic methods

In order for the accessory to fit beautifully on your wrist, you need to choose its length correctly. When a purchase is made in a jewelry store, everything is extremely simple - just contact a sales consultant, who will instantly determine the size range by trying on several options. But what if the product is purchased remotely - through an online store or third parties? In this case, you need to clearly know your own size. Below is a selection of methods that allow you to accurately determine it.

How to measure the size for a wrist bracelet

Of course, it is better to do all measurements using special devices - weaving rulers, centimeters, etc. However, they are not always available, and then improvised means come to the rescue.

Step-by-step instructions on how to find out the length of the accessory:

• Take a fabric ribbon or a strip of plain paper.
• Place it on your wrist along the path where the future bracelet will be located.
• Use a tape measure or ruler to measure the length.
• If tape or paper strip is not available, you can use your own hand. Grasp your wrist by interlocking your thumb and middle finger. Measure the distance between them.
• Add twelve millimeters.

The result of addition is the optimal length of the product. Compare it with the tabular data.

How to measure the size of a bracelet on your wrist using special accessories

Measuring length using weaving thread provides more accurate and reliable information. Below are step-by-step instructions on how to use this tool:

1. Wrap the tape around your wrist, making sure there are no gaps or indentations.
2. Take your measurements.

Add 1.25 centimeters to the result obtained. Amount – the size of the future decoration. However, it must be taken into account that this method of taking measurements is only suitable for bracelet models without fastening mechanisms.

broad bone

If in the mirror you see a person who is short in relation to his weight, whose aperture is much higher than that of your skinny friend, whose chest is flattened from top to bottom and has a rounded shape, and the amount of subcutaneous fat is the subject of constant battles with the help of diets and the like, you – endomorph, or hypersthenic.

Your bone is extremely wide, but this is not bad. But an extremely slow metabolism is precisely the enemy that adds fat under your skin, the constant struggle with which exhausts you so much. Naturally, weight gain is not a problem for you at all. The problem, rather, is to stop it.

How to choose a wrist bracelet size with a clasp

The procedure begins according to the standard scenario - it is necessary to position the measuring tape on the wrist in such a way that there are no creases or gaps. After taking measurements from the narrowest part of the arm, move on to the widest part - the one where the bone protrudes.

One and a half to two centimeters are added to the second length. If you are prone to fullness or swelling, it is better to add 20-25 millimeters.

What are body types?

Body types are a conditional classification of the most common types of human figures, divided into ectomorphs, mesomorphs and endomorphs. Somatotype theory was developed by William Sheldon in the 1940s and was based on statistical analysis of anthropological parameters of male students. At the same time, scientists initially did not consider the characteristics of women’s physiques¹.

An ectomorph is a person who is prone to thinness and is tall, a mesomorph has a classic athletic physique, and an endomorph is an overweight somatotype that is prone to gaining excess weight. Separately, Sheldon noted that these body types are practically never found in their “pure” form - real people have more pronounced and less pronounced characteristics of all three types.

Each of these body types has distinctive metabolic and muscle performance characteristics. Ultimately, the endomorph component often provokes fat gain, while the mesomorph can remain in athletic shape for the rest of his life, even with a minimal level of physical activity. In turn, ectomorphs find it difficult to gain weight in general and muscles in particular.

How to determine your body type?

It is believed that one of the key characteristics for determining body type is skeletal density and the immediate thickness of the bone and wrist. It is also important that the wrist circumference remains unchanged regardless of the amount of fat or muscle mass in the body. Typically, classic ectomorphs have thin bones, mesomorphs have medium bones, and endomorphs have wide bones.

In most cases, in ectomorph men, the circumference of the wrist (measurements are taken along the bone just above the location of the wristwatch) is less than 17 cm, in mesomorphs - 17-20 cm, in endomorphs - more than 20 cm. In the summary table below, you will find other physical characteristics of somatotypes, as well as the pros and cons of each body type.

• Ectomorph - Wrist less than 17 cm; narrow shoulders and a flat chest, thin and long limbs, thinness and a minimum of subcutaneous fat. The advantage of an ectomorphic body type is the ability to quickly pump up your abs, as well as the absence of the need to constantly follow a diet. The downside is difficulty gaining weight and increased cortisol levels.
• Mesomorph - wrist from 17 to 20 cm; broad shoulders and a developed chest, medium to large bones, low fat with noticeable muscles. The advantages of a mesomorphic body type are high levels of testosterone (in men) and an innate love of sports. The disadvantages of a mesomorph are a tendency to increase cholesterol levels and problems with blood vessels.
• Endomorph - wrist larger than 20 cm; large bones and massive limbs, short arms and legs, wide waist and hips, excess fat deposits. The advantage of an endomorphic body type is considered to be a powerful bone structure, which allows one to achieve great results in sports. The downside is the tendency to become overweight and the risk of developing diabetes when consuming fast carbohydrates.

How to determine the length of a bracelet without a clasp

Products without fastening mechanisms either have an elastic design (made from special threads or fishing lines) or are wide enough to be worn over a wrist. If the first model does not have any specific size range, then the second is the opposite.

To purchase the right accessory, measure the widest part below your wrist. Typically, this is the area where the thumb connects to the palm. Add one and a half centimeters to the measurements taken. The resulting amount is correlated with tabular indicators to identify the size range.

Normal bone

If a broad-shouldered person with a convex chest, proportionally developed limbs and decent muscles looks at you in the mirror, then you are a mesomorph, or normosthenic. Your bone, that is, the skeleton, is well developed, and the structural indicators of the internal organs and their physiology meet all standards and meet all the necessary requirements for bodybuilding.

You are lucky - nature has endowed you with an almost ideal body and an organism that works “like a clock.” This means that your potential in sports is the envy of many athletes, who have to make considerable efforts to have the shape that Mother Nature gave you.

How to determine the hand size for a bracelet: table of Russian and world markings

Below are metrics with size ranges from foreign and domestic manufacturers.

More about sizes

Surprisingly, domestically produced bracelets do not have any specially established size chart - the length of the wrist circumference is the appropriate size. Western manufacturers, on the contrary, adhere to clearly defined parameters. It is noteworthy that their main measurement unit is not the centimeter, but the inch.

Knowing your Russian bracelet size, you can easily convert it to Western. To do this, you just need to divide the centimeter value by 2.54. The result of the division is the inch equivalent.

In addition, Western manufacturers have a special size chart for children. It is presented in the table below.

Ectomorph - characteristics

An ectomorph is a naturally thin person characterized by long limbs and problems gaining weight (and muscle). Ectomorphs have an accelerated metabolism and poor appetite, and their muscles do not have an adequate supply of glycogen for training, which significantly reduces the effectiveness of strength training and limits the opportunities for muscle recovery and growth.

The strategy of a physical training program for thin ectomorphs should be based on rare, but intense basic exercises and low-repetition training (no more than 8 repetitions of the exercise in each set). The key point is increased caloric intake and special attention to the carbohydrate window immediately after the end of the workout.

• Low levels of subcutaneous fat
• Accelerated metabolism
• Narrow shoulders and flat chest
• Thin and long limbs
• Low strength indicators

Workouts for an ectomorph

Fast metabolism fundamentally distinguishes thin ectomorphs from overweight endomorphs and muscular mesomorphs. An ectomorph teenager can eat unhealthy and high-calorie foods for weeks without gaining significant excess weight. However, unfortunately, only up to a certain age, after which, even against the background of general thinness, fat in the lower abdomen can begin to grow.

At the same time, nutrition is the main secret of how an ectomorph can quickly build muscle and gain weight. Naturally thin guys who want to bulk up need to significantly increase their daily calorie intake and also consume whey isolate every few hours. The reason is that the growth and subsequent maintenance of muscle mass requires a significant amount of calories.

Rules for gaining mass for ectomorphs:

• Workouts according to the basic weight training program
• Increase in calorie intake by 20-25%
• Focus on slow carbohydrates and quality protein
• Using techniques to speed up muscle recovery

How to determine the length of a size

Choosing a bracelet is a rather complex process, the success of which depends on a number of factors. So, when determining the length, you need to pay attention to:

• Fit tightness. Do not rush to give in to your feelings and emotions at the time of purchase, instead, pay attention to how tightly the accessory adheres to the skin. Make a couple of movements with your hand - the clasp should not dig into your wrist too much.
• The distance between the jewelry and the hand. It should be no smaller than your thumb.

Below are useful tips and recommendations that will help you accurately determine the size:

• Take an ordinary measuring tape and measure your wrists. Add ten to fifteen millimeters to the resulting length. The result of addition is the optimal size of the product.
• Buy several cheap bracelets that seem to fit best, but they should be at least half a centimeter apart from each other. Wear each one throughout the day. Subsequently, by comparing each of the accessories, you will be able to identify the most convenient one. Find out its size and buy in other models.

The easiest way to determine the size range is to measure an old bracelet. So, you will save both time and money.

Endomorph - characteristics

An endomorph is a body type prone to gaining excess weight. Among Europeans, the endomorph is one of the most common. Such people have a slow metabolism, natural inactivity, and a love of sweets and fatty foods. The combination of these factors quickly leads to a gain of subcutaneous fat, even with a moderate caloric intake.

The key to creating an athletic body and losing weight for endomorphs lies in constant dieting - they must carefully monitor the glycemic index of carbohydrates consumed (limiting them as much as possible in the evening), as well as regularly engage in cardio and other fat-burning workouts. Endomorphs lose weight fastest when doing circuit training.

• Large bone and massive limbs
• High level of physical strength
• Short arms and legs, wide waist and hips
• Slow Metabolism
• Excessive fat deposition

Workouts for the endomorph

The more muscles in the body, the faster the endomorph’s metabolism works. However, the body most often is not able to build muscle and burn fat at the same time - which is why the best training format for endomorphs will be alternating cycles for gaining muscle mass and cycles for enhancing relief. In winter, the emphasis is on bulking up, while as summer approaches, the emphasis is on cutting.

The difficulty of gaining weight lies in the fact that a slow metabolism and limited ability to store energy make training especially difficult for a beginner endomorph. To “pump up” your metabolism, it is recommended to take a pre-workout and a small portion of fast carbohydrates 30-40 minutes before the start of a workout - this will help give your muscles more energy for exercise.

How to train an endomorph:

• Alternating cycles for mass and relief
• Focus on functional training
• Regular cardio
• Basic program to get pumped up

Types of fasteners

Bracelets with a fastening mechanism are considered the most convenient and practical - they fit tightly on the wrists and do not come off during wear. Currently, the following types of fasteners are distinguished:

• The “clock lock” is one of the most reliable. It not only securely fixes the product on the hand, but also allows you to slightly adjust its length (by about one centimeter).
• The chain clasp is the most convenient option, equipped with a resizing function. With its help you can both lengthen and shorten the decoration.
• Sprengel mechanism – suitable for small and weightless bracelet chains. The key disadvantage is the fragility of the design: if one spring fails, the entire fastener has to be replaced.
• The carabiner is the most popular option. Available in a wide variety of formats and sizes. The main advantages are strength, reliability, durability.
• Box clasp – made for large massive bracelets. Allows you to apply memorable engravings.

Depending on the type of clasp, the size of the decoration may vary slightly.

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Recommendations for wearing jewelry

When choosing accessories, you must be sure that they fit organically not only into the image, but also into the theme of the event you are going to. For example, on a relaxing walk with friends, it is not recommended to wear large, aggressive products, replete with decorative elements and inserts. It looks too clumsy and pretentious.

Next, we present to your attention a selection of basic recommendations from leading stylists on wearing bracelets:

• You should not combine the accessory and things with wide flared sleeves - it will simply get lost in the abundance of fabrics.
• Avoid large embroideries and patterns, as they are the main enemies of bracelet jewelry. By creating an overly saturated picture, they cheapen the entire image, making it more vulgar and vulgar.
• Wear accessories on open wrists. They look great in combination with knitted blouses with three-quarter mittens and tight-fitting turtlenecks.
• Do not ignore the rules of the color palette - brighter jewelry should be paired with more modest and restrained clothing.
• Consider accessory materials. So, gold earrings will not harmonize with a plastic hoop bracelet.
• Do not wear standard sets of jewelry - it looks childish and tasteless. Although accessories should be combined with each other, they cannot be made in a single design.

Now you know not only how to choose the size of a bracelet for your hand, but also how to include this bright and interesting accessory in any look.

thin bone

First on our list we will consider people, men and women, who are conditionally elongated significantly more in length than in width. It is this type of physique that is asthenic, that is, they are ectomorphs.

Look at yourself in the full-length mirror: if you have long arms, legs, a thin long neck, virtually no fat deposits and muscle development leaves much to be desired - you are an ectomorph, or asthenic. I am sure that your chest also has an elongated shape, which means that the heart and lungs in it have the same characteristic difference and are relatively small in size.

Your gastrointestinal tract is not particularly disposed to the rapid, active breakdown and absorption of those elements that you receive from food. This is why gaining muscle mass and volume is most difficult for you, compared to people with other body types.