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Guide to diamond tennis bracelets.

A diamond tennis bracelet is a continuous line of individually set diamonds worn at the wrist. It is one of the most elegant and most versatile fine jewellery pieces — it works with casual and formal outfits equally and adds continuous diamond brilliance throughout the day.

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What a diamond tennis bracelet is — history and design

The diamond tennis bracelet originated as a "line bracelet" — a flexible bracelet in which every link contains a diamond. The name "tennis bracelet" came from Chris Evert's famous 1987 US Open incident, when her diamond line bracelet snapped during play and she stopped the match to search for it. The style has been called a tennis bracelet ever since.

A diamond tennis bracelet is one of the most versatile fine jewellery pieces available. It works with jeans and a simple top as naturally as with a formal gown. It adds diamond presence at the wrist throughout the day — catching light with every gesture. It is not an occasional-wear piece; it is an everyday fine jewellery piece that happens to look formal enough for any occasion.

“A diamond tennis bracelet is the piece I see on the wrists of women who understand fine jewellery. They wear it every day. It works with everything. After earrings and a ring, a tennis bracelet is what I recommend most.”
— Yash Chandpara, Founder
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Tennis bracelet size guide — total carat weight and stone size

Total Carat WeightIndividual StoneStone DiameterVisual Character
2.00ct TW~0.04–0.05ct each~2.0–2.3mmVery delicate — subtle sparkle. Looks fine and feminine
3.00ct TW~0.06–0.07ct each~2.3–2.5mmRefined — clearly visible sparkle. The most popular everyday size
5.00ct TW~0.10ct each~3.0mmStriking — significant diamond presence. Most popular overall at Fenora
7.00ct TW~0.14ct each~3.4mmVery striking — confident luxury statement
10.00ct TW~0.20ct each~3.8mmExceptional — the most impressive configuration
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Setting styles for tennis bracelets

SettingDescriptionVisual CharacterPractical Note
4-prongFour prongs hold each stoneMaximum diamond visibility and brilliance. The most popular settingProng tips can catch on fabrics over time — inspect regularly
BezelA metal rim surrounds each stoneModern, secure, clean. Less light but maximum protectionThe most practical for active lifestyles
ChannelDiamonds between two metal railsSecure and structured. Clean geometric appearanceVery good daily wear durability
Shared prongAdjacent stones share prongsLess metal between stones — more diamond visibilityPopular for maximum continuous diamond line
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Tennis bracelet sizing — how to choose the right size

Tennis bracelet sizing is wrist circumference plus approximately 1–1.5cm for comfortable movement. The bracelet should be loose enough to slide slightly on the wrist but not so loose that it catches on things or slides toward the hand.

Wrist SizeRecommended Bracelet LengthNote
Under 14cm15–16cm braceletVery slim wrist — the delicate fit is elegant
14–16cm16–17cm braceletMost common size — 1–1.5cm ease
16–18cm18cm braceletStandard size
Over 18cm18–19cm braceletAllow 1cm ease for comfortable movement
Sizing at Fenora
  • The bracelet length is confirmed during the consultation. If uncertain, Fenora produces at the larger of the two nearest standard sizes and the complimentary adjustment within 60 days covers any correction
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Caring for a diamond tennis bracelet

Tennis bracelet care
  • Monthly clean — warm water, mild dish soap, soft brush paying particular attention to each individual stone setting where product accumulates. The many settings in a tennis bracelet need careful cleaning
  • Annual professional inspection — with dozens of individual settings and links, annual checking of prong tips, link connections and clasp security is important
  • Safety clasp essential — a tennis bracelet should have a lobster clasp with an additional safety lock. The Chris Evert incident would not have happened with a proper safety clasp
  • Remove for exercise and physical activity — the bracelet can catch on sports equipment and the links can be stressed under repeated impact
Can a tennis bracelet be worn every day?
Yes — this is specifically what a tennis bracelet is designed for. Daily wear. It is flexible, comfortable and proportioned for all-day wearing. The most common feedback from tennis bracelet wearers is that they forget they are wearing it.
What total carat weight is most popular?
5.00ct TW is the most popular at Fenora — significant enough to be clearly present and impressive, at an individual stone size that creates beautiful sparkle at wrist level.
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