5 ways to find your partner’s ring size without them knowing

The perfect proposal involves more than choosing the right moment and location to pop the question; it’s also about finding a beautiful engagement ring with the perfect fit.

But, how can you find your partner’s ring size without ruining the surprise? Here are five creative ways to determine ring size without your partner suspecting a thing.

1. Borrow a ring she already wears

One of the easiest ways to determine ring size is by borrowing a ring your partner already wears. While they may not wear a ring on their ring finger, any ring can be used to give a close approximation. We will then measure the ring accurately and advise you on any size adjustments.

If you can’t bring a physical ring to us, try tracing the inner circle on a piece of paper. While not perfect, it can give us a rough size to work from.

2. Use a ring sizer app

If you have access to one of your partner’s rings, you can also use a ring sizer app. Simply open the app, place the ring on the screen, and adjust the onscreen ring sizer until it matches. It’s an effective way to get a measurement fast.

3. Use your fingers for comparison

You can try comparing your fingers to your partner’s while holding hands or try on one of her rings to see where it sits on yours. This technique won’t give you a precise measurement but can help us get close to their size.

4. Recruit a friend or family member

Your partner’s friends or family members are invaluable assets in keeping your proposal a surprise. They may also already know your partner’s ring size or could find out for you without raising suspicion.

For example, you could ask the friend or family member to take your partner on a shopping trip and use this as an opportunity to bring up ring sizes while looking at jewelry. Perhaps they’re “shopping for themselves” or “just curious,” and they can subtly ask your partner to try on rings in the store.

5. Ask during a fun, casual conversation

Sometimes, the best approach is the simplest one. But simple doesn’t always mean easy. This approach takes skill and perfect timing.

Try bringing up rings during a playful conversation about the upcoming festive season or a birthday. You can then ask their ring size casually or under the guise of general curiosity. Above all, keep the conversation light to avoid raising suspicion.

A final thought: When in doubt, go slightly larger

It’s common to have an engagement ring resized after a proposal. At BRAG, we can help you with resizing, if required, to ensure the perfect fit. But if you want to get as close as possible to your partner’s size, remember this: it’s usually better to go a little larger than too small.

If you’re ready to start designing the perfect engagement ring or need help with sizing, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to make your proposal everything you’ve dreamed of and more.