The small bracelet is definitely small. I have tiny wrists, and found the small size next to impossible to squeeze over my hands and knuckles onto my wrist, for the simple fact that these bracelets do not stretch and have no give. If you prefer bracelets that are a bit bigger and do not hug your wrist, go for a size larger than you think you'll need. The other downside to these bracelets is that they stain and pick up everything they rub against. A prime example is my love for the newspaper, andSee full review