Jewelry Sizing GuideĀ
Necklace Length

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FOR WOMEN
Ā LENGTH |
STYLE |
PLACEMENT |
WORN BEST WITH... |
14 Inches | Choker | Tightly around the neck | Open-neck clothing such as scoop necks, V-necks, off-the-shoulder and boatnecks |
16 Inches | Collar | Tightly around the base of the throat | Almost everything |
18 Inches | Princess | On the collarbone | Almost everything |
20 to 24 Inches | Matinee | between the collarbone and the bust | Great for both business and casual wear |
28 to 36 Inches | Opera | On the bust or an inch or two below | High necklines and evening wear |
36 to 42 Inches | Rope | Wrapped to sit on or below the center of the bust |
Elegant business and evening wear |
FORĀ MEN
Ā LENGTH |
PLACEMENT |
18 Inches |
Base of neck on smaller men |
20 |
Collarbone; most common size |
22 |
A few inches below the collarbone; pendantĀ can be added |
24 |
Above the breastbone |
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Factors to Consider When Choosing Your Necklace Chain Length
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The first step is it to learn where different necklace lengths fall on the body for either men or women. This will assist you in choosing which chain length you desire.
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The circumference of your neck and size of the pendant will impact how your necklace sits on its own and with other styles.Ā
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Choosing the Right Necklace Length for the Female Body
Whether you are trying to accessorize a more casual outfit with the perfect pop of color or add an elegant touch, choosingĀ your necklace length is key. When selecting the correct chain length for your necklace it is important to consider such features as your neck, your height, your body type and your face shape.Ā The following guide should help make choosing easier.
Neck Size
Before purchasing a necklace, take time to measure your neck. The easiest way to measure your neck is to useĀ a measuring tape and wrap it closely around your neck. Add two inches to that measurement and thatās should be aĀ comfortable length for chokers which are usually sized at 14-16 inches. Add four inches to that length and thatās a great length for a pendant,Ā which is usually attached toĀ an 18-inch chain.
Height
Height is another factor to consider when choosing the perfect necklace length. Women below 5ā4ā look best in 16 to 20 inch necklace lengths. A long necklace tends to overwhelm a smaller frame. Women who fall between the height of 5ā4ā to 5ā7ā can wear necklace of any length. Taller women who are 5ā7ā or above can wear any length necklace. Longer chain style necklaces look best on taller women as they accentuate a tall frame.
Face Shape
Aside from being an accessory, necklaces help frame your face and can help you accentuate your strongest facial features.
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Women with round faces may want toĀ avoid short necklaces or chokers becauseĀ they canĀ accentuate the roundness of theĀ face.
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Those with oval shaped faces can take advantage of any necklace length.
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For those with a long-shape face who may want to broaden and soften the shape of their faces, should wear shorter necklaces. Short, round necklaces will keep from adding the appearance of length to the face. Look for choker and princess necklaces, measuring between 16ā ā 18ā.
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Heart shaped faces look great with chokers or any short necklace as they create an illusion of fullness and balance out a narrow chin.
Regardless of body shape and face shape, choosing the correct necklace length is also a personal preference and style choice! Choose what makes you feel amazing!
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