Bangle bracelets work by either sliding over the hand or utilizing a hinge and clasp mechanism for easier wear. Their rigid, circular design sets them apart from other types of bracelets.
Here's a breakdown of how different types of bangles function:
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Slip-on Bangles: These are rigid, circular bracelets without any openings. To wear them, you simply slide them over your hand, passing over the knuckles and settling on your wrist. The size of the bangle needs to be large enough to fit over the widest part of your hand but not so large that it slips off your wrist.
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Hinged Bangles: These bangles have a hinge that allows them to open and close. This makes them easier to put on and take off, especially for those with larger hands. They also usually feature a clasp or latch to secure them in place.
- Mechanism: The hinge allows one side of the bangle to swing open, creating a wider opening for the wrist to slip through. Once on the wrist, the bangle is closed and the clasp secures it.
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Bangles with Clasps: Some bangles have a clasp without a hinge. This type of bangle features an opening on one side with a clasp mechanism (e.g., a lobster clasp, a magnetic clasp, or a pressure clasp) that allows the wearer to open and close the bangle around their wrist.
In summary, the "working" of a bangle relates to its design and how it is fastened or put on and taken off the wrist, relying either on its inherent rigidity and size or a hinged/clasped opening.
