It’s easier than ever to buy a ring online, and shopping on the internet gives you access to great deals and a wide range of options. However, ordering a ring online means you won’t get to try it on.
Thankfully, jewelry retailers like Blue Nile offer convenient tools to measure your ring size. It’s also a convenient option for figuring out your significant other’s ring size and surprising them with an engagement ring.😜
Read on to learn more about the Blue Nile ring sizer and how to use it.
What is the Blue Nile ring sizer?
👉🏻Blue Nile offers two methods for measuring your ring size. You can download a printable on the official Blue Nile website or get a plastic ring sizer shipped to your address for free.
The plastic ring sizer is the best option since it’s a small plastic board with ring cutouts that you can remove to see which one fits your finger. It’s easy to use, and it gives you an idea of what the different ring sizes feel like.
Is the Blue Nile ring sizer free? How do you get it?
You can get this plastic ring sizer for free if you fill out a form with your name, address, and email address. You can choose to receive promotional emails during this process. We recommend ordering the ring sizer in advance since shipping can be slow if you choose the free option.
If you don’t mind spending $15, you can also have Blue Nile expedite shipping for the ring sizer and receive it in two days. And if you’re buying jewelry, Blue Nile can also send the ring sizer with your order to save time.
How to measure your ring size with a Blue Nile ring sizer?
The Blue Nile ring sizer is a blue plastic board with different cutouts. Each cutout is a plastic ring you can detach. The ring sizes range from 3 to 14, so you can try them on and see which one fits the best.
Remember that finding your ring size isn’t about seeing which size can fit on your finger. You need to make sure you’re getting a comfortable fit as well.👩🏻🏫
A ring should feel snug without restricting movements or circulation. It should be easy to take on and off as needed. The ring shouldn’t leave any indent marks and shouldn’t cause bulging.
A simple trick is to use your thumb to push against the bottom of your ring. You should see a small opening on the other side between the ring and your finger if you’re wearing the correct size.
Pro Tip
The great thing about the Blue Nile ring sizer is that you can detach rings from the board and wear them for a while to see if they feel comfortable as you perform different tasks.
Advice on finding the proper size with the ring sizer
Finding your ring size can be tricky because fingers can expand and shrink due to circulation and other factors. Here are a few things to keep in mind when measuring your ring size:
- Cold weather can cause your fingers to shrink, while warm temperatures can cause the opposite. So wait for a day with mild weather.
- Your fingers will naturally expand due to physical activity. Most people also have slightly larger fingers toward the end of the day. Try getting a measurement around midday if possible.
- Foods rich in sodium can cause fluid retention and swelling. Avoid unhealthy foods for a few days before measuring your ring size.
- It’s possible to see your ring size change if you exercise and lose the fat pads in your fingers. If you’re going through a weight loss plan, wait until the end before buying a ring.
Try using the ring sizer several times throughout the day to see how much your ring size fluctuates. When in doubt, it’s best to size up rather than wear a ring that is too tight.💡
You should also consider the ring shape. For instance, Blue Nile wedding bands with a wide design can feel tighter, and you might want to size up.
You should also size up if you have large knuckles so you can slide the rings over your knuckles comfortably.
Finding out the size of your current ring
The Blue Nile ring sizer is a convenient option for measuring your fingers. If you have a ring that fits comfortably, chances are the size will match the measurement you got with the ring sizer.
However, there is also a free printable ring size chart from Blue Nile that you can use to measure a ring you already have. It’s a great tool if you want to surprise your significant other by measuring a ring they own instead of asking them to use a ring sizer!
The ring size chart is very easy to use. Download it, print it, and match the inside of a ring to the corresponding circle on the chart. Since ring sizes are standard, you should find an exact match for one of the sizes.
Pro Tip
Note that your printer’s settings are important for using this chart! You’ll want to preserve the original size of the chart by unchecking "fit picture to frame" before printing.
What jewelers also provide free ring sizers?
If you want to shop for Blue Nile engagement rings, it’s best to get a ring sizer from Blue Nile to ensure consistency in sizing. However, most jewelers offer similar options for measuring your ring size.
James Allen has a free ring sizer you can receive as long as you have an address in the U.S. This jeweler also has some great online tools for figuring out your ring size, such as a converter that can aquatically give you your ring size if you measure around your finger with some string.
Brilliant Earth is another great option if you need a free ring sizer. This product is different since it’s a small plastic belt that you wrap around your finger before adjusting a slider to measure your ring size. You can get precise results with this method, but take care not to pull the slider too tightly.
Other methods to measure your ring size
The free product offered by Blue Nile is an excellent option for measuring your ring before shopping for Blue Nile rings, but there are other methods you can use to measure your ring size:
- You can wrap a string around the base of your finger and mark where it meets with a pen. Measure the length of the string with a ruler📏 and use a chart to figure out the corresponding ring size.
- You can also use a thin strip of paper. Wrap it around your finger, mark where the paper meets, and measure the length with a ruler.
- If you have a ring that fits well, you can measure its inner diameter with a ruler or small tape measure.
- Another method is to place a ring that fits well on a piece of paper and trace its inner diameter with a pencil. You can then measure this diameter on a flat piece of paper and get a more accurate result.
Does Blue Nile offer a ring resizing service?
There is a Blue Nile ring resizing service, but not every purchase qualifies. Blue Nile will resize custom engagement rings for free if you request this service within a year of your purchase. You can go to any Blue Nile location if you need resizing.
If resizing isn’t a good option, you can also use the Blue Nile exchange policy and get another ring that fits better. You have 30 days from the time of your purchase to request an exchange.
When resizing a ring, jewelers typically cut a small piece of the band and join the band back together. However, some rings don’t qualify for resizing because their design makes it impossible to cut a piece of the band. You’ll see a small icon on the product page that indicates resizing isn’t available for these rings.
If you buy a product that isn’t an engagement ring, you may have to pay for the resizing service offered by Blue Nile. You can also get an engagement ring resized after the first year for a fee.
You should also know that there are temporary alternatives to resizing a ring, like using ring size adjusters.
Wrap Up
Ring size matters because wearing a ring that is too tight or loose can be dangerous.
A tight ring will impede circulation and feel uncomfortable. On the other hand, a loose ring is dangerous because there is a risk of getting it stuck or tangled into something.⚠️
If your ring gets caught on something while you move, you could sustain an injury known as ring avulsion. Ring avulsion can cause serious damage to your finger. Plus, there is a risk of losing a ring that doesn’t fit right.
Blue Nile facilitates finding your ring size or measuring your significant other’s ring size with its free ring sizer and printable chart. Use these tools to get an accurate measurement before you buy a ring, and don’t hesitate to use Blue Nile’s resizing service if you qualify for it.
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