The Occasion
Measurement guide
Jewellery, belts, bags and headpieces
So you can choose your perfect piece, we measure every design in detail. This is how we take measurements at The Occasion.
1
Bracelets
Bangle (closed)
- Inner diameter: inside measurement from end to end.
- Width: thickness of the bangle.
Chain bracelet with clasp
- Total length: measured from end to end, including the extension chain.
- Width: thickness of the bracelet.
Elastic bracelet
- Inner diameter: inside measurement, unstretched.
- Width: thickness of the bracelet.
2
Necklaces
Pendant necklace
- Total length: measured from end to end, including the extension chain.
- Pendant height: measured from the top to the bottom of the pendant.
- Pendant width: measured at the widest point of the pendant.
Necklace laid out
- Total length: with the necklace laid out flat, from end to end, including the extension chain.
Choker
- Total length: with the choker laid out flat, from end to end, including the extension chain.
- Width: thickness of the band.
3
Earrings
Drop earrings
- Total height: measured from the top of the earring to the bottom.
- Maximum width: measured at the widest point.
Stud earrings
- Height: vertical measurement of the design.
- Width: horizontal measurement of the design.
4
Belts
Belts
- Total length: measured from the end of the buckle to the tip of the belt.
- To the middle hole: measured from the end of the buckle to the middle hole.
- Width: measured at the widest point of the belt.
5
Bags
Clutch or small bag
- Width: measured from side to side at the base.
- Height: measured from the base to the top.
- Depth: depth of the base.
Bag with handle or shoulder strap
- Width: measured from side to side at the base.
- Height: measured from the base to the top, not counting the handle.
- Depth: depth of the base.
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Hats and headpieces
Wide-brim hat
- Total diameter: measured from one edge of the brim to the other.
- Crown height: measured from the base of the crown to the top.
Headpiece and headband
- Total height: measured from the lowest to the highest point of the design.
- Maximum width: measured at the widest point.
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Scarves and shawls
Scarves and shawls
- Length: measured from one end of the fabric to the other, laid flat and without the fringe.
- Width: measured from side to side, with the scarf laid flat.
Please note
Measurements may vary slightly, as these are handcrafted or handmade pieces.
If you have any questions, write to us. We will be happy to help.