Bracelets can add texture, color and polish to an ensemble and are one of the most versatile types of jewelry in a woman’s collection. You can wear Bracelets alone, in multiples or in mix and match sets to create different looks. One of the most important things to consider when choosing bracelets is the width of the piece. The width of a bracelet affects its look on your wrist, so taking the time to carefully think about the looks you want to get will help to ensure that you select the right piece. Here are some things to consider when comparing bracelets.

Extra Wide Bracelets – Extra Wide Bracelets are those that are 3 inches wide or wider, such as our 3 Inch Aluminum Bark Cuff and our Fold Formed Chased Aluminum Cuff. Bracelets of this size are typically worn alone on the wrist as a statement piece because of their large size. They are a great way to add interest to an outfit with a complex neckline that isn’t suitable for an elaborate necklace. Extra wide bracelets shorten the visual appearance of the length of the arms, so they’re a good choice for a woman with long arms.

Wide Bracelets – Wide bracelets are between 1.5 inches and 2 inches wide and include looks like our Fluted Copper Cuff. Wide bracelets can be layered in moderation, perhaps with one additional very narrow bracelet design. More often, bracelets of this size are worn as a statement piece. Like extra wide bracelets, wide bracelets will shorten the look of the arms.

Wide Tapered Bracelets – Wide tapered bracelets vary in width along their circumference. An example is our Texturized Aluminum Anticlastic Bangle, which is 1-3/4 inches wide at its biggest point and 3/4 inches wide at its narrowest point. These bracelets make beautiful statement pieces and reduce the visual shortening effect of a thick bracelet. This makes them a good choice for women with shorter arms.

Medium Width Bracelets – Medium width bracelets are between 1 and 1-1/2 inches in width and include looks like our Texturized Copper Bangle Bracelet. At this width, bracelets can make a stunning focal point for a layered look with narrower bracelets or be worn on their own as a small statement piece.

Slender Bracelets – Slender bracelets like our Nu Gold Bark Anticlastic Bangle Bracelet are more than 1/2-inch wide but narrower than 1 inch. These bracelets have a lengthening effect on the arm when worn alone. They are a great choice for layered multiple bracelets of equal size or for creating a simple look to balance a flashy necklace or bold pair of earrings.

Thin Bracelets – These bracelets like our Hammered Nu Gold Bangle and our Chased Copper Cuff Bracelet – Thin measure 1/2 inch in width or less. These bracelets can be stacked for a striking look or worn individually for an understated finishing touch on an ensemble. The thin design gives the bracelets a visual lengthening effect for the arms when they are worn alone.

You can find a wide variety of handmade bracelet designs in every size category at John S. Brana Handmade Jewelry. Shop the collection now to get the perfect bracelet to bring your dream jewelry look to life.

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Original article: Choosing the Right Bracelet Width

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