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Getting the Size Right: How to Secretly Find Your Partner's Ring Size

Q Report Team

Updated on March 19, 2025
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You’ve imagined the scene a thousand times. You’ll go together to your favourite spot at the perfect time of day. And when the moment is just right, you’ll present the ring you’ve so carefully chosen, and together you’ll celebrate the decision to spend the rest of your lives together.

There’s just one problem. How do you know what size ring to buy?

We’ve heard many stories over the years, and the following are some of the best tips we’ve heard for secretly finding a partner’s ring size in advance of a surprise proposal.

Use the Old Help-Me-with-a-Gift Trick

It’s totally reasonable for a guy to ask his girlfriend for help with a gift for his mum/sister/niece, etc. You could pretend that you’re buying a ring for this female relative and need your girlfriend’s help. It appears to you that your girlfriend’s hands are just about the same size as your mum’s/sister’s/niece’s, but would she mind trying the ring on just to see how it fits?

If you really want to go all the way with this ruse, purchase an inexpensive ring and have her try it on for size. You can always give it to her after the proposal as you both laugh about your crazy method of determining her ring size. Or you could give it to your mum...

“Borrow” One of Her Rings

If she already has a collection of rings, consider “borrowing” one and taking it to your jeweller as a reference. If you use this technique, make sure you borrow a ring that fits the finger she’d use for wearing an engagement ring. As most people don’t usually wear a ring on that finger, make sure to tell the jeweller this is her right hand. Also, remember where to put it back exactly where you found it. You don’t want her to think that someone has been rummaging through her things.

Enlist a Cooperative Friend

It’s not unheard of for friends to know each other’s ring size, and if her friends don’t already know, they can casually find out and report back to you. If you want to capitalise on her friends’ helpfulness and goodwill, see if one of them will take her ring shopping for fun.

Not only will they be able to learn about her ring size, but the helpful friend can also take notes about your girlfriend’s preferred metal, diamond shape, style and so forth. Choose a friend with excellent acting skills and the ability to keep a secret!

Trace Her Ring on Paper

If you’re concerned that she would notice if you “borrowed” one of her rings, you can choose a ring you know fits her well, and trace its outline on a piece of paper. Draw circles marking both the inside and outside lines of the ring. Make two or three copies of your tracing for accuracy. Most jewellers can calculate the diameter from an accurate tracing.

A Few Tips to Keep in Mind:

  • Most rings can be resized, but certain rings (including tension set rings and those set with pavé stones all the way around) cannot. If you’re not absolutely sure of your partner’s ring size, avoid purchasing these types of rings.
  • Platinum rings are more expensive to resize than gold and silver.
  • Generally speaking, a ring can be resized up to two sizes in either direction.

Ring Size Fun Facts:

  • The fingers on our dominant hand tend to be slightly larger than the fingers on our other side because we use them more.
  • The most common ring sizes for women are K to M.
  • Wider bands fit tighter than narrow bands.

When you find the perfect ring, don’t forget to cover it with Q Report jewellery insurance. We’ll protect it everywhere she goes, even overseas.

Now that you’re an expert on finding your partner’s ring size, you can let the machinations begin. We’ll keep your secret for you. Good luck!

 

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You’ve imagined the scene a thousand times. You’ll go together to your favourite spot at the perfect time of day. And when the moment is just right, you’ll present the ring you’ve so carefully chosen, and together you’ll celebrate the decision to spend the rest of your lives together.

There’s just one problem. How do you know what size ring to buy?

We’ve heard many stories over the years, and the following are some of the best tips we’ve heard for secretly finding a partner’s ring size in advance of a surprise proposal.

Use the Old Help-Me-with-a-Gift Trick

It’s totally reasonable for a guy to ask his girlfriend for help with a gift for his mum/sister/niece, etc. You could pretend that you’re buying a ring for this female relative and need your girlfriend’s help. It appears to you that your girlfriend’s hands are just about the same size as your mum’s/sister’s/niece’s, but would she mind trying the ring on just to see how it fits?

If you really want to go all the way with this ruse, purchase an inexpensive ring and have her try it on for size. You can always give it to her after the proposal as you both laugh about your crazy method of determining her ring size. Or you could give it to your mum...

“Borrow” One of Her Rings

If she already has a collection of rings, consider “borrowing” one and taking it to your jeweller as a reference. If you use this technique, make sure you borrow a ring that fits the finger she’d use for wearing an engagement ring. As most people don’t usually wear a ring on that finger, make sure to tell the jeweller this is her right hand. Also, remember where to put it back exactly where you found it. You don’t want her to think that someone has been rummaging through her things.

Enlist a Cooperative Friend

It’s not unheard of for friends to know each other’s ring size, and if her friends don’t already know, they can casually find out and report back to you. If you want to capitalise on her friends’ helpfulness and goodwill, see if one of them will take her ring shopping for fun.

Not only will they be able to learn about her ring size, but the helpful friend can also take notes about your girlfriend’s preferred metal, diamond shape, style and so forth. Choose a friend with excellent acting skills and the ability to keep a secret!

Trace Her Ring on Paper

If you’re concerned that she would notice if you “borrowed” one of her rings, you can choose a ring you know fits her well, and trace its outline on a piece of paper. Draw circles marking both the inside and outside lines of the ring. Make two or three copies of your tracing for accuracy. Most jewellers can calculate the diameter from an accurate tracing.

A Few Tips to Keep in Mind:

  • Most rings can be resized, but certain rings (including tension set rings and those set with pavé stones all the way around) cannot. If you’re not absolutely sure of your partner’s ring size, avoid purchasing these types of rings.
  • Platinum rings are more expensive to resize than gold and silver.
  • Generally speaking, a ring can be resized up to two sizes in either direction.

Ring Size Fun Facts:

  • The fingers on our dominant hand tend to be slightly larger than the fingers on our other side because we use them more.
  • The most common ring sizes for women are K to M.
  • Wider bands fit tighter than narrow bands.

When you find the perfect ring, don’t forget to cover it with Q Report jewellery insurance. We’ll protect it everywhere she goes, even overseas.

Now that you’re an expert on finding your partner’s ring size, you can let the machinations begin. We’ll keep your secret for you. Good luck!

 

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Table of Contents

Introduction
Understanding the 4 Cs of Diamonds
Diamond Shapes
Choosing a Ring Style
Selecting a Ring Retailer

Understanding Mechanical Movements

Rolex-super-precision

Unlike their battery-powered quartz counterparts, luxury watches have a beating heart – the mechanical movement. First created in the 14th century, large, weight-driven tower clocks with verge escapements and foliot balances marked the dawn of mechanical timekeeping.

Today, the core concept of mechanical movements remains unchanged from its original conception. It involves an intricate arrangement of gears, springs, and an escapement powered by a wound mainspring. This precision engineering allows for smooth operation and precise timekeeping.

Manual watch movements require the wearer to wind the crown periodically. Automatic watch movements, on the other hand, utilise the wearer's movements to keep the mainspring wound, offering a convenient everyday solution.

The Patek Philippe Calatrava, with its ultra-thin manual movement, exemplifies the elegance of traditional watchmaking. On the other hand, the Rolex Oyster Perpetual, with its self-winding mechanism epitomises practicality and durability.

Whether manual or automatic, a mechanical movement imbues a luxury watch with a soul, a testament to human ingenuity and a treasured heirloom for generations to come

Luxury Watch Complications: Exploring Hidden Features & Functionality

Luxury watches often boast 'complications,' intricate mechanisms that add layers of sophistication, style and utility. Here, we explore some of the most fascinating complications created by the best luxury watch brands.

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Rolex-super-precision

Unlike their battery-powered quartz counterparts, luxury watches have a beating heart – the mechanical movement. First created in the 14th century, large, weight-driven tower clocks with verge escapements and foliot balances marked the dawn of mechanical timekeeping.

Today, the core concept of mechanical movements remains unchanged from its original conception. It involves an intricate arrangement of gears, springs, and an escapement powered by a wound mainspring. This precision engineering allows for smooth operation and precise timekeeping.

Manual watch movements require the wearer to wind the crown periodically. Automatic watch movements, on the other hand, utilise the wearer's movements to keep the mainspring wound, offering a convenient everyday solution.

The Patek Philippe Calatrava, with its ultra-thin manual movement, exemplifies the elegance of traditional watchmaking. On the other hand, the Rolex Oyster Perpetual, with its self-winding mechanism epitomises practicality and durability.

Whether manual or automatic, a mechanical movement imbues a luxury watch with a soul, a testament to human ingenuity and a treasured heirloom for generations to come

Peace of Mind: An engagement ring is a significant financial and sentimental investment. Specialised engagement ring insurance provides financial protection in the event of loss, theft or damage by ensuring you can recover the ring's monetary value or repair or replace.

Peace of Mind: An engagement ring is a significant financial and sentimental investment. Specialised engagement ring insurance provides financial protection in the event of loss, theft or damage by ensuring you can recover the ring's monetary value or repair or replace.

Peace of Mind: An engagement ring is a significant financial and sentimental investment. Specialised engagement ring insurance provides financial protection in the event of loss, theft or damage by ensuring you can recover the ring's monetary value or repair or replace.

Peace of Mind: An engagement ring is a significant financial and sentimental investment. Specialised engagement ring insurance provides financial protection in the event of loss, theft or damage by ensuring you can recover the ring's monetary value or repair or replace.

Common Diamond Alternatives
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Luxury Watch Complications: Exploring Hidden Features & Functionality

Luxury watches often boast 'complications,' intricate mechanisms that add layers of sophistication, style and utility. Here, we explore some of the most fascinating complications created by the best luxury watch brands.

Peace of Mind: An engagement ring is a significant financial and sentimental investment. Specialised engagement ring insurance provides financial protection in the event of loss, theft or damage by ensuring you can recover the ring's monetary value or repair or replace.

Peace of Mind: An engagement ring is a significant financial and sentimental investment. Specialised engagement ring insurance provides financial protection in the event of loss, theft or damage by ensuring you can recover the ring's monetary value or repair or replace.

Peace of Mind: An engagement ring is a significant financial and sentimental investment. Specialised engagement ring insurance provides financial protection in the event of loss, theft or damage by ensuring you can recover the ring's monetary value or repair or replace.

Peace of Mind: An engagement ring is a significant financial and sentimental investment. Specialised engagement ring insurance provides financial protection in the event of loss, theft or damage by ensuring you can recover the ring's monetary value or repair or replace.

“Knowing your engagement ring is insured brings peace of mind. Accidents can happen, and insurance coverage alleviates the worry and stress of potential loss or damage.”

Unlike their battery-powered quartz counterparts, luxury watches have a beating heart – the mechanical movement. First created in the 14th century, large, weight-driven tower clocks with verge escapements and foliot balances marked the dawn of mechanical timekeeping.

Today, the core concept of mechanical movements remains unchanged from its original conception. It involves an intricate arrangement of gears, springs, and an escapement powered by a wound mainspring. This precision engineering allows for smooth operation and precise timekeeping.

Manual watch movements require the wearer to wind the crown periodically. Automatic watch movements, on the other hand, utilise the wearer's movements to keep the mainspring wound, offering a convenient everyday solution.

The Patek Philippe Calatrava, with its ultra-thin manual movement, exemplifies the elegance of traditional watchmaking. On the other hand, the Rolex Oyster Perpetual, with its self-winding mechanism epitomises practicality and durability.

Whether manual or automatic, a mechanical movement imbues a luxury watch with a soul, a testament to human ingenuity and a treasured heirloom for generations to come

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Budget Considerations

Diamond shapes can vary in price due to popularity and demand. Round brilliants, for example, tend to be more expensive than other shapes due to their high demand. If budget is a concern, consider alternative shapes or prioritise other aspects, such as cut quality, over the shape itself.

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Jewellery Insurance FAQ

Contents insurance covers the items within your home in case they are damaged, lost or stolen. This can include furniture, electronics, clothing and other personal.  Contents insurance is essential for anyone who owns valuable items, as it helps protect you should a potential loss occur in your.

Contents insurance covers the items within your home in case they are damaged, lost or stolen. This can include furniture, electronics, clothing and other personal.  Contents insurance is essential for anyone who owns valuable items, as it helps protect you should a potential loss occur in your.
Home Security Fortification

An engagement ring is a significant financial and sentimental investment. Specialised engagement ring insurance provides financial protection in the event of loss, theft or damage by ensuring you can recover the ring's monetary value or repair or replace.

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An engagement ring is a significant financial and sentimental investment. Specialised engagement ring insurance provides financial protection in the event of loss, theft or damage by ensuring you can recover the ring's monetary value or repair or replace.

An engagement ring is a significant financial and sentimental investment. Specialised.

Social Media Caution

An engagement ring is a significant financial and sentimental investment. Specialised engagement ring insurance provides financial protection in the event of loss, theft or damage by ensuring you can recover the ring's monetary value or repair or replace.

An engagement ring is a significant financial and sentimental investment. Specialised.

Regular Valuations

An engagement ring is a significant financial and sentimental investment. Specialised engagement ring insurance provides financial protection in the event of loss, theft or damage by ensuring you can recover the ring's monetary value or repair or replace.

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Contents insurance is essential for anyone who owns valuable items, as it helps protect you should a potential loss occur in your.

Luxury Watch Complications: Exploring Hidden Features & Functionality

Luxury watches often boast 'complications,' intricate mechanisms that add layers of sophistication, style and utility. Here, we explore some of the most fascinating complications created by the best luxury watch brands.

Home Security Fortification

Contents insurance covers the items within your home in case they are damaged, lost or stolen. This can include furniture, electronics, clothing and other personal.  Contents insurance is essential for anyone who owns valuable items, as it helps protect you should a potential loss occur in your.

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