Charm bracelets are often custom-made, which is the reason why it is necessary to get wrist measurements for charm bracelets. Individuals make decisions not only on the bracelet per se, but also on the individual charms that actually are attached onto the bracelet. The base material used, like silver or silver-plated metal, the quantity of the charms, and even the bracelet parts like findings, latches, and others also have to be picked.

When an individual asks an artisan to design a charm bracelet for him or her, the measurement of the wrist may be one of the first considerations. This is because the size of the wrist determines the length of bracelet material can be used. It also gives the individual and the artisan an idea as to how much space for charms they are working with.

To get wrist measurements, take a measuring tape and measuring around
the wrist just above the wrist bone. For tight-fitting bands, enough space to allow you to move the bracelet around may be enough. However, for most charm bracelets, an allowance of about ? to a full inch may be required. This will allow the charms to move around liberally and move with the arm’s movement when it is worn.

An alternative to a measuring tape is to take a short rope, rotate it around the same area in the wrist, and measure the length of the rope with a ruler. The same rule for putting in an allowance is also true.

Others advise that once you’ve measured the rope, tie it close and try to wear it on your wrist. The proper wrist measurement will slide the portion of your arm where loose bracelets like charm bracelets usually move to when you hold your hand up. It will also ensure that the bracelet doesn’t fall of your hand when you drop your entire arm and allow it to hang loosely.