Giving a ring as a gift marks a moment. A birthday, a proposal, a milestone one wants to make unforgettable. Choosing the piece is one thing. The size is another, and it is often a source of hesitation.
Yet there are simple, discreet ways to find this measurement, without giving away the surprise.
The art of surprise for an unforgettable moment
Choosing a ring to give as a gift means making choices: the piece itself, and the fit. Just as one carefully selects earrings or a necklace for a particular occasion, a ring calls for thought and precision.
The good news is that getting the size wrong never ruins a surprise. To help you get it just right, we are here to guide you.
How to find a gift ring size without being noticed
Here are the most reliable methods for measuring a ring finger without raising suspicion.
Borrow a ring from her jewellery box
The most accurate method is still to find a ring she usually wears on her ring finger and take it to a jeweller for measuring.
Be sure to note which finger the ring is worn on. The left and right ring fingers can differ slightly. A detail that matters.
Elya Ring, Rivière Ring and Diana Ring are among the PIAPARIS creations most often given at this particular stage.
Enlist help from those close to her
A sister, a close friend, a mother, these people often know the exact size. Or they can arrange, under some harmless pretext, a discreet visit to a jeweller for a fitting.
This complicity is itself a form of thoughtfulness, a gesture that belongs to the tradition passed between the women who matter most.
Measure a ring size discreetly at home
Place an existing ring on a ruler and measure its inner diameter in millimetres. Multiply this figure by 3.14 to obtain the circumference in millimetres, which is the ring size.
A printable ring sizer, available from most jewellers, also lets you check the measurement without any special tool. The average size for a woman in France falls between 52 and 54 (French sizing): a useful reference if in doubt.
You can also consult our Size Guide, using one of her rings. You will find all the guidance needed to take a precise measurement, discreetly and simply.
The workshop's expertise for a perfect fit
Size is never an absolute certainty. It does not need to be. What matters is the piece chosen with care, and trusting the workshop to handle the rest.
Resizing and a promise of excellence
Gold rings can be resized. It is one of this metal's strengths: its malleability allows the craftsman to adjust it without altering the piece.
If there is a discrepancy, the PIAPARIS workshops take over with the same rigour applied at the piece's creation. Thirty years of jewellery-making expertise, in the service of a perfect fit.
For any questions, our FAQ page answers the most common cases. You can also write to our customer care team at customercare@piaparis.com.
Please note that engraving is complimentary on all PIAPARIS creations. A name, a date, an initial: this personal touch makes each piece unique even before it is worn.
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