Italian Charm Bracelet Size Guide: How Many Charms Do I Need?

The number of charms you need depends on one thing: your wrist size. The rule is simple. Your wrist size in cm + 2 = the number of links you need.

How to measure your wrist

Wrap a soft measuring tape or a piece of thread around your wrist, just below the wrist bone. Mark where it meets, then measure the thread on a ruler. Do not pull it tight.

Wrist size Links you need
13 cm 15
14 cm 16
15 cm 17
16 cm 18
17 cm 19
18 cm 20
19 cm 21
20 cm 22
21 cm 23
22 cm 24

Does every link have to be a charm?

No. You can make the whole bracelet from charms, or mix a few charms with plain links. Many people start with 5 to 10 charms and fill the rest with plain silver, gold or rose gold links, then add more charms over time.

What if it feels loose or tight?

Italian charm bracelets stretch, so they slip over your hand and hug your wrist. If it feels loose, remove a link. If it feels tight, add one. Each link is about 1 cm wide.

Ready to start?

Open the bracelet builder, choose your wrist size and it tells you exactly how many links to pick. We assemble the bracelet for you, free.

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