The bangle, which is rigid and circular, stands out for how easy it is to slip on and how comfortable it is to wear. Available in a variety of materials, such as metal, wood, or resin, it complements any style, whether worn alone or layered with other bracelets. To make the best choice, it’s essential to measure your wrist size accurately to ensure a comfortable fit.
The bangle is THE must-have bracelet in your jewelry box. Totally on-trend, it’s impossible to resist the soft jingle of the bangles clinking together when worn in layers.
What sets it apart is that it’s slipped onto the wrist rather than fastened like flexible bracelets with a clasp. Still, you need to know your size well so the bracelet is easy to put on, comfortable to wear, and doesn’t slip down your arm.
If you have another bangle on hand, it’s even easier. Simply measure the inner diameter of the bangle. This measurement corresponds to the size of the bangle.
Hand circumference in cm | Bracelet size in mm (inner diameter) |
17 cm | 55 mm |
17.5 cm | 56 mm |
17.8 cm | 57 mm |
18 cm | 58 mm |
18.5 cm | 59 mm |
18.8 cm | 60 mm |
19 cm | 61 mm |
19.5 cm | 62 mm |
19.7 cm | 63 mm |
20 cm | 64 mm |
20.5 cm | 66 mm |
21 cm | 67 mm |
21.5 cm | 69 mm |
The bangle is a rigid, circular bracelet that has been around since ancient times. Originally reserved for the elite—because it was often adorned with precious stones—it has, over time, become an essential accessory, popularized by fashion icons such as Coco Chanel and Jackie Kennedy.
Today, there are many styles of bangle bracelets made of metal (silver, gold-plated, brass, etc.) or crafted from various materials such as wood or resin. They come in styles for both women and men, featuring twisted, hammered, or braided patterns, charms, engravings, and more…
Feminine, timeless, and elegant, the bangle can be worn alone or stacked—a current trend —with bead bracelets, chain bracelets, or other bangles. In fact, if you’re looking for DIY bracelet ideas to pair with your bangle, feel free to check out our tutorials for inspiration.
Fold your thumb against your palm, then measure the circumference of your hand at its widest point with a measuring tape. Enter this measurement in the table: it gives you the inner diameter of the bangle in mm. You can also measure the inner diameter of a bangle you already wear.
It’s better to choose the next size up: a bangle that’s too small won’t fit over your hand, whereas one that’s slightly wider is still wearable. If you have a slender wrist but a large hand, an oval bangle might be a good alternative.
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