Your soulmate has found you and you’re ready to purchase the perfect engagement ring for them now that you’ve found them. Rings can be confusing, especially when it comes to measuring engagement rings. That is why in this blog post we are going to tell you everything you need to know about how engagement rings should fit.
What To Look For In An Engagement Ring Fit
Everyone has different-sized fingers and finding a ring that fits comfortably is essential to make sure that you wear the ring every day like you want to. While you want a ring that is comfortable, you also want to make sure that you take plenty of things into consideration when you buy it.
Factors Affecting Sizing
Depending on the weather our fingers change in size and they even change as we get older as well. The winter seasons typically cause our fingers to reduce in size while the summer seasons cause increased swelling. These are important factors to consider when you are trying to find the right size ring. Other things that affect the size of your fingers include certain foods or even standing for long periods of time can cause swelling in your hands. Be sure to take these things into consideration to get the best fit for your engagement ring.
How Does The Ring Feel?
Once you are trying on the ring, you should be able to identify the comfort level while wearing the ring. Does it feel snug or loose? Ideally, you would want your engagement ring to fit snugly but not too tight so that it is cutting off your circulation. You also want to make sure it is not moving around your finger in either direction, without causing indents on your finger. Rings of different widths and styles also feel different on your finger. In general, thicker rings feel tighter, and rings with an open gallery feel looser. An Ancona Ambassador can help you consider all of these factors when finding the best size for you.
Ring Size And Knuckle Size
A good rule of thumb is to make sure that your ring goes over your knuckle comfortably. The knuckle is often the widest part of our fingers and you want to make sure that as you slide your ring down your finger, it glides easily over your knuckle.
How To Measure Ring Size
There are plenty of ways to measure ring size and even some creative ways so your partner doesn’t find out.
The classic and most accurate measurement is for you both to head over to your jewelry store where you can be measured in person with ring sizers. An Ancona Ambassador can help you try on different sizes to find the one that fits best. This is the best way to get a ring size if the engagement is not a surprise.
If you are trying to surprise someone, you might have to get creative in finding their ring size. Many people borrow their partner’s ring and bring it to the jewelry store to have it measured using a tool called a Mandrel. Others measure their partner’s ring with a string or ribbon when they are asleep. Or maybe there is someone who knows your partner’s ring size or can help you find that out!
Where To Get The Right-Sized Engagement Ring
At Ancona Jewelers, we know what an exciting time this is for you and your partner and we want to help you make it as enjoyable as possible. Come into the store where we can guide you in finding an engagement ring that fits and a style that your partner will absolutely adore.