550 Paracord. Wide Paracord Bracelet. First step is picking your colors. The optimal types are 2 colors that contrast. Also for your side release buckle I recommend a 1" size. This allows you plenty of room to insert the cordage. The 5/8" size I used just made it very tight to work with. To figure out how much paracord you will need, measure your wrist where you want the bracelet to sit at. Take that measurement and multiply by 12 to get your approximate start length. The color you want as the outside one should be your wrist measurement times 12. Loop the strands onto your buckle using a cow hitch knot One tip is to make sure you keep the same pattern going and not switch which cord goes over and which one goes under. Stormdrane's Blog. Atlanco Seven Strand Paracord. Nylon Webbing, many colors and widths, light weight, two style choices. Side Release Buckles, Black, Colors, White, Curved or Flat Style, Top Quality Acetal, Quick Release.