The most important thing about online ring shopping is getting the right ring size. Since you are unable to try on the rings in person, how will you know what size you need? A size larger than needed can lead to a loose ring that you can lose easily. A size too tight will lead to an uncomfortable fit. It also doesn't help that there isn't a single answer when it comes to sizes. Average men's ring sizes tend to be larger than a woman's ring size, but that doesn't mean getting a size too large is a good idea. So what's the right way to go about it?

And if the average men's ring size is larger than a women's ring size, are men's ring sizes the same as women's ring sizes? Thankfully, men and women ring sizes are the exact same. The major differences are in the width of the ring. Women tend to prefer a smaller width ring, leading to a shorter ring. The opposite is true for men, where they tend to have a wider band than their partners. In this article, we'll go over the basics of ring sizes and how you can size yourself up.

The average ring sizes for men tend to be between size 8 and size 14. An average women’s ring size tends to be between size 6 and size 10. But a ring size depends on so many different things. Choosing the right width will also affect the look and comfort of your ring. There is no definitive average men's ring size or average women's ring size to this question since everyone's finger size is different.

A person's finger size will vary depending on a person's weight, sex, and genetics. There's a reason why every single one of us looks different. Some of us have a larger knuckle size and broad shoulders, and some people have narrow shoulders and tiny hands. Some people have slender fingers, while others may have thicker fingers. Men are more likely to be a larger size, while the average size for women is much smaller. Weight gain or loss will also lead to size increases and decreases. If you ask anybody who's had a ring for decades, they'll probably learn that it's common for your ring size to change ever so slightly as time goes on.

 It also depends on the time of day that you decide to measure yourself. Your fingers are more likely to be swollen the moment you wake up. The absolute best time to measure yourself is at room temperature in the middle of the day. Doing this will get you your perfect ring size that you can use to submit to us for your ring.

No, your ring size is not the same as your shoe size. Rings are sized based on the inner circumference of the ring, while shoes are sized based on the length of the foot. To determine your ring size, you can either measure the inner circumference of your finger using our ring sizer or have a professional jeweler measure your finger for you.

There are a lot of ways to measure your engagement ring size. A common method of measuring your finger is to use a piece of string to wrap around your ring finger. Once the string makes its way around your finger once, make a marking and measure the string with a ruler or tape measure tool to get your size in millimeters. The internet has multiple size charts available where you can convert your wedding band size into the correct ring size. The string method is surprisingly popular but is not the most reliable as there is a lot of room for error.

You can also make a printable ring sizer to measure yourself with. You'll be able to find them all over the internet that you can print from any ink or laser printer. Each printable photo needs cutting and folding. A handful of customers are able to use these with some accuracy. Most printable ring sizers come with a ring size chart if you wanted to confirm the sizing accuracy with other rings.

Unfortunately, using a string or printable ring sizer can lead to an incorrect ring size. There's a big margin for error for fingers that require quarter sizes for example. Printer output quality varies from printer to printer. You'll have inconsistent images and sizes from time to time, so we don't recommend this. Size scales won't be accurate if your printer scales the image down for your printable ring sizer. You also need to fold and manipulate your printable ring sizer a certain way. You'll risk getting the wrong size if you don't do this correctly. Relying on a lucky coincidence isn't ideal if you're spending hundreds on a wedding or engagement ring! Certain metals can be resized but it's better to get things right.

A more effective method would be to use a plastic ring sizer sent by a jeweler or by us. An accurate ring size is much more likely if you're using one of our sizers. We mail ring sizers out to all of our ring purchases whose sizes are left as "Unsure - Send Ring Sizer First." We also provide the option to purchase a $10 ring sizer, which acts as a credit to your next ring purchase.

The great thing about using a physical ring sizer is that all of our rings use the same US sizes. In other words, our ring sizes are based on the ring sizer we mail out. This leads to a lower likelihood of sizing yourself with an incorrect size. They're unbelievably easy to use too! Using them to get your actual ring size involves the following easy steps:

1. Place the sizer on the finger you wish to measure. Do this by looping the sizer through the hole and pulling on the end to form a loop.

2. Tighten the loop around your finger until it is snug.

3. Adjust the tightness of the loop until you find a size that is comfortable. There should be some resistance with the sizer when sliding it past your knuckle. If you experience no resistance, then you likely have a size that's too big.

You're more likely to get an accurate measurement when using our official PAD ring sizer. The best part about it is that you can easily convert your figure into other sizes with a size conversion chart. If you don't mind leaving the house to get physically measured, you can go to a local jewelry store to get your standard ring size. Most jewelers are more than happy to measure your finger for free. You'll be dealing with a professional who knows what they're doing, and they typically use standard sizes when they measure people. This can be the fastest way to get your size.

Conducting an accurate ring size measurement is an easy process, but some people still prefer using a physical sizer since some cities don't have a reliable jeweler in town. For a situation like this, we recommend using a mailed ring sizer for an accurate sizing. Regardless of what you do, how you obtain your exact measurements will depend on your personal preference.

Once you get your correct size, you can start picking out your perfect engagement or wedding ring. Our collection has an endless amount of comfort fit designs that you'll love. Sure, you'll need to spend extra time in getting your accurate ring size, but the wait's going to be worth it. But if you have additional questions on how to update existing orders, please feel free to reach out to us at support@patrickadairdesigns.com. We'll be more than happy to answer questions to make your ring search easier.