Jewelry sizes for babies and children
Many people, when purchasing a piece of jewelry for babies or children, have very little idea of the size of their little one’s wrist, ankle or neck.
Because children vary greatly in size, particularly the size of their wrists and ankles, use this guide which provides average sizes with some give and take, when shopping for a baby bracelet, children’s bracelet, teen bracelet, etc. a necklace or an anklet.
Let’s start with the baby bracelets. If possible, buy a baby bracelet that has a growth extension because babies grow very quickly in their first year and you want your gift to be worn for as long as possible.
Newborn Cuff: A newborn cuff must be a minimum of 4.7″ (12 cm) plus the extension.
Toddler Cuff: About 5.1″ (13 cm)
Preschoolers Armband: about 5.5″ (14 cm)
Children’s bracelet from 5 to 10 years: 5.9″ (15 cm)
Tweenager cuff: 6.3″ (16 cm)
Teen Cuff: 6.7″ – 7.5″ (17cm – 18cm)
Children’s necklaces can also be purchased in different lengths with extensions, but here is a general guide:
Baby Collar: 12″ (30.5 cm)
Toddler Collar: 13″ (33 cm)
Preschool Collar: 14″ (35.6 cm)
5-10 Year Old Boys Necklace: 15-16″ (38.1 cm-40.6 cm)
Tweenager Necklace: 16 – 17″ (40.6 cm – 43.2 cm)
Teen Necklace: 18″ (46 cm)
Children’s anklets sometimes have extensions for growth but being looser, having that extension is less important. Anklets that hang slightly over the top of the foot or are tied neatly around the ankle look great.
Newborn Anklet: Infant Anklet (up to 12 months): 5.5″ (14 cm)
Preschooler Anklet: 7.5″ (18 cm)
Ankle brace for children 5-10 years: 8″ (20.3 cm)
Tweenager Anklet: 9″ (23 cm)
Teen Anklet: 10.2″ (26 cm)
If the child is big for his age, allow another inch. Also, when purchasing baby or children’s bracelets that are chunky, such as European-style beads or pearls, allow another half-inch in length.
Shopping for baby and children’s earrings is easier because they don’t vary much in size, except that they are generally smaller than adult earrings and the rods are slightly shorter than adult styles. The thickness of an earlobe does not change much during childhood. Just check that there are no sharp edges on the earrings. Look for baby and children’s earrings that are a size that won’t overwhelm the earlobe. Earrings purchased for school-age children should be small and discreet, and preferably not hoops.