Originally Posted by
TeeDee
Bangles – Usually solid, closed and circular. Complete/continuous loop fitting loosely on wrist, more or less any shape, mainly circular or oval, but I have seen square and triangular shapes, slipped over the hand to wear
Bracelets – Usually flexible such as chain or stranded wire and fitted with a fastener/catch system. as you've defined, flexible, usually chain and with clasp/opening system of some kind
Torq (Torque/Torc) – Usually open, solid and circular or elliptical/oval. This is the one I find most confusing as the origins suggest twisted metal is used. Also any guidance on describing elliptical sizes for customers would be appreciated. twisted wire strands which are twisted together to form an oval (more common)/(or)round generally with an open section (often with a finishing detail, such as a ball on each end), to allow the wearer to put it on, fitted/fairly closely fitted when worn
Cuff – Usually like the Torq description above but wider......... how much wider? Made mostly from sheet metal, shape to your choosing, but with open section (as opposed to bangle which is continuous).....on that basis, I would guess width could be negotiable, but generally fairly broad...
Sorry if the question seems a bit daft and I realize there will be many other variants but if someone could confirm my understanding or offer any alternatives I’d be grateful.
All the best
Tim
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