How to Measure Your Wrist for a Bracelet
Buying guide
Wrap a soft tape measure or a strip of paper around your wrist just below the wrist bone, where a bracelet sits, and read the length in centimetres. For a fine chain bracelet, a common rule is to add about 1 to 2 cm so it moves freely without sliding over your hand. Our 18K gold chain bracelets, such as the Hive Malachite Bracelet (AED 3,200, November 2026), are fine chains made for stacking, and the Heart Diamonds Bracelet (AED 4,150) has an adjustable chain.
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By Lana Al Kamal
Founder and jewellery designer, GIA-trained, Dubai · Updated 13 November 2026
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Harper's Bazaar ArabiaEmirates WomanGrazia ArabiaJdeed MagazineKey takeaways
- Measure just below the wrist bone with a soft tape or a paper strip, in centimetres.
- For a fine chain bracelet, add about 1 to 2 cm for a comfortable fit; add a little more if you like it loose.
- Not sure? The Heart Diamonds Bracelet has an adjustable chain, and our team can confirm any bracelet's length before you order.
How to measure, step by step
- Use a soft tape measure, or cut a strip of paper about 1 cm wide.
- Wrap it around your wrist just below the wrist bone, snug but not tight.
- Mark where the end overlaps, lay it flat on a ruler and read the length in centimetres.
- Measure the wrist you will wear the bracelet on; many people wear bracelets on the hand they do not write with.
Pieces in this guide
Hive Malachite BraceletAED 3,200Shop now
Heart Diamonds Bracelet Double FaceAED 4,150Shop now
Diamond Hive BraceletAED 14,000Shop now
How much room to add
| Fit you want | Add to your wrist | Feels like |
|---|---|---|
| Close | About 1 cm | Stays in place, good for a single fine chain |
| Comfortable | About 1.5 to 2 cm | Moves a little, the usual choice for chain bracelets |
| Loose | About 2.5 cm or more | Drapes towards the hand, good for stacking |
These are common guidelines for chain bracelets, not a fixed standard. A bracelet with a large motif or thick links needs a little more room than a fine chain.
Buying a bracelet as a gift
- Borrow a bracelet she already wears and measure it laid flat, from the clasp end to the far end.
- Choose an adjustable chain if you cannot measure: the Heart Diamonds Bracelet adjusts to fit.
- Ask before you order. Send our team the wrist measurement on WhatsApp and we will confirm the length of the bracelet you have chosen.
What to buyHive Malachite Bracelet, AED 3,200Stacking more than one bracelet
When you wear several bracelets together, the ones closer to the hand can be a little longer, so they sit in layers instead of tangling. Fine chains like the Diamond Hive Bracelet (0.14 ct of VS, G-H diamonds, AED 14,000) are made to be worn alone or with other Hive bracelets. For more on styles and gold colours, read our gold bracelet buying guide.
Bracelets for children
Our Baby Hive bracelets are sized by age rather than by wrist length; each product page lists the age ranges. Measuring the child's wrist still helps our team confirm the fit.
Frequently asked questions
How do I measure my wrist for a bracelet?
Wrap a soft tape or a paper strip around your wrist just below the wrist bone and read the length in centimetres.
How much should I add to my wrist size?
For a fine chain bracelet, a common rule is about 1 to 2 cm. Add a little more for a looser fit or for stacking.
What if I do not know her wrist size?
Measure a bracelet she already wears, choose an adjustable chain such as the Heart Diamonds Bracelet, or ask our team on WhatsApp.
Which wrist should I measure?
The wrist she will wear it on. Many people wear bracelets on the hand they do not write with.
Are Lana Al Kamal bracelets adjustable?
The Heart Diamonds Bracelet has an adjustable chain. For other bracelets, our team can confirm the length before you order.
Not sure which one?
Send our team a photo or a question on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.
WhatsApp our teamKeep reading
Gold Bracelet Buying Guide: How to Choose an 18K Gold Bracelet
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About Lana Al Kamal
Lana Al Kamal is an architect and jewellery designer who founded her Dubai-based fine jewellery brand in 2018. She studied at the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and is a member of the Dubai Chamber jewellery designers group. Most pieces are made in 18K gold.