Is it better to get a ring bigger or smaller?

We know that the topic of ring size generates many doubts in our customers and most loyal readers. It is normal, after all, if we want to give someone a surprise, or we fall in love with a beautiful jewel on the net, we want it to fit right from the first second.

To be honest, when you don't have enough information (attention to the bride and groom who are trying to propose), getting the wrong size is as real a possibility as any other.

In this case... Do you think it is better to get a bigger or smaller ring??

How do I correctly measure my ring size?

First of all, it is important to understand that there are many effective methods for you to find your ring size, even at home, if you don't have enough time to go to a jewelry store. Just get some simple materials such as a small string, a ruler or a ring sizer that you can get for free online.

We have a detailed guide on how to measure your ring size at home, which we recommend you read if you haven't already done so.

How to know her ring size without her knowing it?

When you are trying to give your partner a surprise, either for an anniversary or if you are looking to get a beautiful engagement ring without revealing your intentions, you probably want to find out the ring size of your special someone without her knowing. To that end, we've put together a guide, based on the anecdotal experience of many a bride and groom before you.?

Does choosing the right size really matter?

Of course it does!

Choosing the ideal size is almost as important as a good design itself. Imagine arriving at the proposal moment and the dazzling jewelry doesn't fit, that would ruin the magic completely, let alone if it happens at the altar.

On a more technical note, it is important to consider that an improperly sized piece of jewelry can be extremely inconvenient. Large ones can easily get lost, hurt fingers and hands, while small ones can be simply unbearable and uncomfortable.

While these problems are rare and mostly fixable, resizing a ring has its details.?

What if a ring is too small?

In the event that the ring is large enough to fit, but still small for the finger, the lack of circulation would become uncomfortable and dangerous, to say the least.

As for modification, just add more metal to the band to make it longer, which is easy to achieve in simple, plain models. Special models, such as inlaid and ornamented ones are the problem as this procedure is not always possible.

Keep two things in mind, too. First, enlarging a ring is synonymous with including more materials, sometimes inlays, so going up in size may be synonymous with an increase in the initial fee (some jewelers offer free readjustments in most cases).

Second, stretching a metal band often means destabilizing its structure, to add more volume, which can affect its durability and aesthetics if not done by an expert.

What if a ring is too big?

A ring that is too large is considerably less problematic.

The reason you should avoid very large rings is that they can easily get lost and the extra space is uncomfortable, both on the fingers and on the palm of the hand, to the point that certain models can even cause skin lesions.

Readjusting a large ring is possible in two ways:

• Removing a segment of the metal, welding the ends and polishing until the original aesthetics are restored.
• Adding a secondary metal band on the shank of the ring to cover the excess gap between the finger and the jewelry.

It may be the case that you have thin fingers with large knuckles (larger than the base of the finger). In this case, you do not have to decrease the size of the ring but add some beads (or adjusters).

No matter what the case may be, downsizing a ring can affect its integrity and long-term durability. Keep this in mind.

Can all rings be resized?

No. Not all rings can be resized.

This may be a possibility for simple models, but many rings with fancy bands, custom designs, a fixed number of inlays, complex settings or engravings cannot be resized without compromising the jewelry's aesthetics, durability or materials.

Before purchasing fine jewelry of this type, consider a decoy setting that you can use for your gift or proposal. When you have the ideal size, go for your dazzling ring.

Conclusion: Bigger or smaller?

Ideally: Use everything in your power to determine your ideal ring size before making the purchase.?

But if an obligatory answer is necessary, forced by circumstances, then the lesser of two evils is a slightly larger ring, as you may be able to wear it with adjusters so you run less risk of losing your investment.

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