![]() If your ring needs to be resized more than 2 sizes up or down, then it may cost a little more. If your jeweler doesn't provide one, or you need to get it resized later, in general, here's how much you can expect it to cost: Jewelers usually provide one free resizing after purchase. Channel or pave bands are tougher to resize down, so if you're looking at one of these setting styles, go with the smaller estimate. In general, it's much easier and cheaper to make a ring smaller than bigger, so estimate slightly larger. If you're not able to score any intel, just make your best guess and get it resized later. Instead of going by height and weight, it's better to look at your girlfriend's fingers and make a judgement. Some tall women have tiny hands and fingers, and some short women have large hands. However, this is not scientific since every woman's body is unique. While this is not case for everyone, you could use this as a guideline: Assuming that weight is distributed evenly across the body, it's reasonable to guess that a woman's fingers also get a little thicker with more weight. Women often find their ring size fluctuates with weight gain and loss. But there could be a little correlation between weight and finger size. Being taller doesn't necessarily mean having larger fingers, and vice versa. There does not seem to be a correlation between height and finger size. If all the above ideas fail you, can you make a guess based on height and weight? Size 6 is the average ring size for a woman around 5'5" and 140 pounds. Of course, this will vary with different heights and weights. In the U.S., the average woman has a ring size between 5 and 7, with size 6 being the most popular. Women's ring sizes range in general from size 3 to 10. Use the second column to find the ring size. Use the first column to find the ring size. You can use the chart in 2 ways:ĭo the string test (idea #5) by wrapping a string (or ribbon or strip of paper) around the base of the finger and measuring the loop. We have put together a handy chart below to help you figure out her ring size. You can also find out her ring size at home without going to a jeweler, whether she already has a ring or not. It may even be a good thing to learn how much she thinks it should cost. You can discuss styles, ring size, and budget together, but still keep the final ring and proposal a surprise. It's something to consider when deciding if a surprise proposal is the way to go. After all, the ring will be the most important jewelry piece she owns, so she'll want one that fits her style. Over 40% of brides-to-be want to involved in the ring selection process. Later, ask the vendor what size it is when she's out of earshot. Take note if there's a ring that fits her. Somehow get her to try on rings-either by jokingly picking out ridiculous costume pieces or saying you want to buy a gift for your mom/sister/teenage niece. Lots of craft fairs have unique jewelry pieces. If your girlfriend doesn't know her own size, she may be willing to get sized to help out.Įxplore your local weekend craft market (or something similar). He can say he's buying a ring for his girlfriend and she's similar in size. For example, her friends can take her to a jewelry store while shopping (under the ruse of trying on rings for themselves) and get her to try on some too. If they don't, they may be able to find out without raising eyebrows. Girls often try on each other's jewelry for fun so maybe her friends will know if their fingers are the same size. But this idea hinges on the assumption that she knows her own size.Īsk her closest girlfriends or mom if they know her ring size. Maybe she'll say the formula is wrong and reveal what her actual ring size is. Go through the calculation on yourself and her. Ring size = shoe size divided by 2 plus 3 However, it may not be accurate even if you're a couple of mm too tight or loose.Īs you're browsing your phone, casually say you just saw this fun fact that a person's finger size correlates to shoe size. This method is the easiest and works even if she doesn't know her own size. ![]() Measure the length of string and get the size with our ring size chart. Wrap around the base, but not too tight, since the ring needs to be able to slide over the knuckle. When she's sleeping, wrap a string (or strip of paper) around her left ring finger. ![]() This is a little bit harder to do without rousing suspicion. If she doesn't wear any rings, then you'd have to get more devious. ![]()
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