Choosing Bracelets: Bangles and Cuffs

We’ve just updated the Sale section of the website. There are some amazing bracelets in there at this time - some of which are discounted more than $1,000! - so we thought this would be a good time to share tips on choosing bracelets.

Fine Horse Jewelry: Bangle Bracelets

Bangle bracelets are simply rigid form bracelets. In other words, they hold their shape even when you’re not wearing them, compared to a chain bracelet, wrap bracelet, or other flexible bracelet. Bangle bracelets form a complete circle, which differentiates them from cuff bracelets. Some bangle bracelets are one piece while others are hinged to fit around the wrist.

How tight should a bangle bracelet be on the wrist? While this is to some degree a matter of personal preference, you want a bangle bracelet loose enough on the wrist to avoid squeezing or constricting the skin. For the average fit, choose a bangle bracelet that’s one inch larger than your wrist size. If you like a looser fit, choose a bangle bracelet that’s one and a quarter to one and a half inches larger than your wrist size.

Bangle bracelets can be made out of any material. Our collection features gold bangle bracelets with horseshoe nail designs, accented with gemstones and diamonds. When choosing a bangle bracelet for your collection, you want it to be of a quality that’s appropriate to your lifestyle.

Fine Horse Jewelry: Cuff Bracelets

Cuff bracelets are a favorite type of fine horse jewelry because their wide surface provides such an opportunity for ornamentation. Bracelets featuring running horses are extremely popular, as are cuff bracelets that feature tack such as bridles and bits.

A cuff bracelet should fit snugly, without being uncomfortable or squeezing into your skin. Quality is so important with cuff bracelets. Examine the workmanship. Rough edges are the most common problem with cuff bracelets. If you have a cuff bracelet you don’t wear because it scratches your skin, consider bringing it to your local fine jeweler for repairs. A relatively small investment could add tremendously to your enjoyment of that bracelet.