How to choose the right ring size

Determining the correct size may seem simple, but the size of our fingers is not entirely constant. It is affected by temperature, time of day, physical activity and even which hand the ring will be worn on. The width and inner profile of the ring also influence how it feels.

How should a properly fitting ring feel?

A well-fitting ring:

• passes over the knuckle with slight resistance;
• rests comfortably at the base of the finger;
• does not feel tight but does not move around freely;
• does not easily slip off after washing your hands or in cooler weather;
• does not turn continuously during normal hand movements.

The ring does not have to remain completely motionless. Slight movement is natural, particularly if the decorated upper section is heavier. The important thing is that it feels secure and comfortable during wear.

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Always measure the finger on which the ring will be worn

The same finger may have a different size on the right and left hand. Fingers on the dominant hand are often slightly thicker, although this is not the case for everyone.

For this reason, measuring the corresponding finger on the other hand is not sufficient. Always measure the exact finger and hand on which the ring will be worn.

The width of the knuckle must also be taken into account. The ring needs to pass over it without being too loose at the base of the finger. If there is a significant difference between the knuckle and the base of the finger, trying on several neighbouring sizes is particularly important.

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When should you measure your finger?

Finger size can change throughout the day. Fingers may become thinner in cold temperatures and slightly swollen in hot weather or after exercise and physical activity.

For a more reliable result:

• measure at room temperature;
• do not measure immediately after coming in from the cold;
• avoid measuring after exercise, a hot bath or exposure to high temperatures;
• repeat the measurement at different times of day;
• choose a day when your hands are in their usual, natural condition.

Small variations between measurements are completely normal. If you are between two neighbouring sizes, the width and inner profile of the ring should also be considered before making the final decision.

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The most reliable method: trying rings on in person

The most accurate result comes from trying on several neighbouring sizes, preferably using sample rings with a width similar to the chosen design.

Do not simply put the ring on and remove it immediately. Wear it for a few minutes, open and close your hand, and move it over the knuckle several times. This makes it easier to determine which size feels secure while remaining comfortable.

At our Budapest showroom, we can help you find the right size with sample rings in different widths and sizes. Prior appointment is required.

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Measuring at home with a Multisizer ring sizer

If trying rings on in person is not possible, a Multisizer ring sizer provides a reliable way to measure your finger at home.

How to use it:

1. Place the Multisizer on the finger on which the ring will be worn.
2. Adjust it so that it sits comfortably without pressing into the skin.
3. Move it over the knuckle several times, just as you would when putting on and removing a ring.
4. Wear it for a few minutes, then check the fit again.
5. Repeat the measurement at another time of day.

Do not pull the Multisizer excessively tight simply because this produces a smaller number. The aim is not to find the smallest possible size, but a size that feels both secure and comfortable.

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Can ring size be determined from an existing ring?

The internal diameter of a well-fitting ring can provide useful guidance, but only if that ring is worn on the same finger and the same hand as the new one.

Measure the internal diameter from one inside edge to the opposite inside edge at the widest point of the ring. The external diameter cannot be used to determine ring size.

As a difference of just a few tenths of a millimetre can indicate a different ring size, use a vernier caliper rather than a ruler.

A size determined from a narrow ring may not necessarily be suitable for a much wider design.

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Why are paper strips and string inaccurate?

Measurements made with a strip of paper, thread or string can only provide an approximate result.

Paper can move, thread can stretch and string can easily be pulled too tightly. These methods also fail to reproduce the rigidity of a real ring or how it passes over the knuckle. Even a small measuring error may result in a difference of one or more ring sizes.

They can be used for an initial estimate, but the result should be checked with a ring sizer or an in-person fitting before placing an order.

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Ring width also affects the required size

A wider ring touches a larger area of the finger and may therefore feel tighter than a narrow ring in the same size.

The inner profile also matters. A rounded, comfort-fit interior may sit differently from a ring with a flat inner surface.

Ideally, the width and inner shape of the sample ring should be similar to those of the chosen design. This is particularly important with wider wedding rings.

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What do European and US ring sizes mean?

European ring sizes approximately correspond to the internal circumference of the ring in millimetres. A European size 54 ring therefore has an internal circumference of approximately 54 millimetres.

The US system uses a different numbering scale. As a result, collections manufactured according to US sizing may not include every consecutive European size.

Conversion charts may vary slightly between manufacturers. Always refer to the size chart and available sizes shown on the relevant product page.

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What if you are between two sizes?

It is not possible to say that the smaller or larger size will always be the correct choice.

The decision depends on:

• the width of the ring;
• its inner profile;
• the width of the knuckle;
• natural changes in finger size throughout the day;
• how easily the ring could slip off the finger.

A narrow ring with a rounded interior may require a different size from a wider ring with a flat inner surface. If you are uncertain, try both neighbouring sizes or ask for advice based on the exact design you have chosen.

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How can you determine the size of a surprise ring?

If the ring is intended as a surprise, the internal diameter of an existing, well-fitting ring can be used as a guide.

The reference ring must be worn on the same finger and the same hand as the new ring. A ring worn on the right hand will not necessarily match the size of the corresponding finger on the left hand.

If no suitable ring is available, secretly measuring with paper or string can easily produce an inaccurate result. In this case, it is best to choose an option that allows the size to be confirmed later.

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In brief: how to measure more accurately

• Measure the exact finger and hand on which the ring will be worn.
• Measure at room temperature when the hand is in its usual condition.
• Repeat the measurement at different times of day.
• Take the width of the knuckle into account.
• Use a sample ring with a width similar to the chosen design.
• For home measurement, use a Multisizer ring sizer.
• Do not place an order based solely on a paper strip or string measurement.
• If you are uncertain, ask for advice based on the exact ring you have chosen.

It is worth taking time to determine the correct size. A properly fitting ring is not only more secure but also more comfortable for long-term wear.

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