a few tips from Kelly
Finding Your Perfect Form: A Guide to Ring Sizing
The way a ring rests against your skin is deeply personal—it should feel like a natural extension of yourself, moving through your day as effortlessly as you do. Let me share our technical insights for finding that perfect harmony of fit and form:
Begin with What You Know
If you already have a ring that feels just right, let it guide you. This piece can tell us exactly what works for your hand. While we follow US standard sizing (within a quarter size), having a reference point helps ensure your new piece will feel equally at home on your finger.
Consider Your Natural Rhythms
Our bodies shift subtly throughout the day—fingers expand and contract with temperature, activity, and even the time of day. For the most accurate sizing, measure in the afternoon when your hands have settled into their natural state. This small detail makes a meaningful difference in how your piece will feel day to day.
Honor the Form
Different designs create different experiences. A broader band needs more space to move comfortably with you. If you're choosing one of our wider pieces, especially those that span knuckle to knuckle, consider going up a full size. This allows the piece to maintain both its visual impact and wearing comfort.
Listen to Your Body
Your hands have their own architecture. If your knuckle is notably larger than your finger base, we'll want to find the sweet spot that allows the ring to slide on smoothly while sitting securely in place. Measuring both points helps us find that perfect balance.
Creating for Another
If you're selecting a piece as a gift, here's a subtle approach: borrow a ring they wear regularly (on the same finger you have in mind), mark where it sits on your own finger, and use this as your guide. It requires a bit of stealth, but the joy of a perfectly fitting gift makes it worthwhile.
Remember, there's an art to finding the right size—one that honors both the technical precision of our craft and the unique way you'll wear your piece. Take your time with these measurements. When the fit is right, your ring becomes more than jewelry; it becomes part of your daily story.
→ Need a helping hand? Our studio is here to guide you through the sizing process.
