You’ve proposed, and the answer was YES!

Now you just have to get a wedding band for yourself.

Ideally, it should be snug, but comfortable. You should be able to slide it on and off easily, but it should also need a little bit of a pull.

Raise your hands if you’ve never had to wear a ring before in your life – yeah, that’s what we thought.

For a lot of guys, their men’s wedding ring will be the first (and only) piece of jewellery they ever wear.

It’s also without a doubt the most important one, too – so sizing your wedding band needs to be done right the first time.

Men’s ring sizing… how hard could it be?

That’s what a lot of men say to themselves when the topic of ring sizes comes up.

What they don’t know when they start looking up men’s wedding rings on the internet is that there are a range of different systems in use around the world:

  • EU – measures the circumference in millimetres
  • UK – uses letter sizes from A-Z
  • US – uses a number scale from 1-16
  • Japan – uses a number scale from 1-27

Naturally, this can lead to some confusion for guys who don’t realise that different websites are following different sizes! 

As a Commonwealth country, Australia follows the UK system. That just leaves one question: what the heck do all these letters mean?

If you want to get the right size for your men’s wedding ring, you’ll need a millimetre ruler and two measurements:

  • Finger circumference
  • Finger diameter

With these two numbers and the help of a sizing table, you’ll be able to find the letter size that corresponds to the right ring size.

It’s a bit difficult – that’s why visiting your local jeweller is the easiest and safest way to go about finding your wedding ring size.

Getting your size: ring sizing tips

So, that’s it then. A measuring tape and your finger – nice and simple… right?

Unfortunately, getting the right ring size isn’t that easy!

Unlike men’s wedding rings which are perfectly circular, most people’s fingers are uneven, inconsistent shapes. Needless to say, this can make things a bit tricky.

So, how can you and your spouse get around this?

1) The golden rule

The golden rule when it comes to rings? Visit a jeweller with a proven track record – one that has a good reputation, that you know and trust will do a good job and look after you and your bride- or groom-to-be.

In addition to stocking sizing kits, a good jeweller will also help you choose a ring that’s a perfect fit not just for your finger, but your lifestyle also. 

2) Leave enough space for your knuckle

You’re going to wear your wedding band for the rest of your life. It should be comfortable.

Unfortunately, a lot of men forget to account for their knuckles when buying a ring. When they pick up their ring, they try to slide it on, to no avail!

When measuring your fingers, be sure to measure your knuckle as well – especially if your knuckle is wider than the rest of your finger. It sounds pretty basic, but you’d be surprised at how many forget this step.

3) Measure the finger you’re going to be wearing it on

Obviously, you’re going to measure your ring finger – that’s the ring your wedding band is going to sit on, after all.

One mistake that a lot of men make however is thinking that their left and right ring fingers are identical, and that one is a good substitute for the other.

Your fingers subtly differ in width between your hands. The differences are tiny – however, they can make all the difference.

The left could be just wider than the right. If you use your right ring finger, you may end up choosing a ring that might feel just a little bit too tight for comfort.

In short, when measuring your fingers, you’ll want to use your left ring finger specifically!

4) Measure when it’s moderate climate

Fun fact: heat can change your finger width!

When it’s hot, your finger may become ever so slightly wider as the veins dilate in response to heat. This brings the veins closer to the skin, helping you stay cool – this is why your veins are more visible in summer than in winter.

Conversely, when the mercury drops, your finger shrinks slightly as the veins constrict to preserve body temperature.

If you want a ring that provides a comfortable fit, you’ll need to account for this physical response!

When measuring your fingers, it’s important to account for changes in body temperature. You’ll want the Goldilocks temperature – not too warm, not too hot.

5) Measure multiple times

Really guys, this should go without saying!

Girls like a guy who’s thorough – especially when it comes to something as important as the physical representation of your marriage.

If you want to ensure your men’s wedding ring is a perfect fit, once won’t cut it. Visit your jeweller a second (or even a third) time just in case to make sure the sizing of your finger is correct!

DORA’s lifetime guarantee

Very few things stay the same in your life. Just as your marriage changes, so do you! 

While your wedding ring may fit today, there’s no guarantee it will stay that way in the years to come. Unfortunately, your ring may become too loose, or too tight over time.

DORA wedding rings come with a lifetime warranty that entitles you to one free exchange if the ring stops fitting. Conditions apply. 

Men’s wedding rings that are Made to Mean More

Your wedding ring is important. It’s something that carries with it a lot of meaning and sentimental value – you’ll want to ensure you get it right the first time.

A DORA stockist can help measure your fingers, ensuring you get an ideal fit. What’s more, our huge range of men’s wedding rings ensures that your ring isn’t just durable, but that it also perfectly matches your unique style.

For a ring that means more, browse our collection of men’s rings.

Alternatively, call your nearest DORA stockist to see our range of men’s wedding rings in-person.