Necklace Length Guide | Jewelry Education

Short and sweet, long and dramatic or something in between? The chart below shows the most common necklace lengths and generally where they fall on the body.

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14" - wraps closely around the neck; also a standard size for children's necklaces

16" - draws attention to the neck; a pendant might fit right at your collarbone

18" - is the most common length; hangs just at the collarbone

20-22" - drapes low around the neckline; a good choice for casual dressing

24" - is the most dramatic; often worn with a large pendant for a striking statement piece

28-36" - can slip over the head and wrap around the neck twice to form a double strand

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Singapore

Singapore chain is constructed using a series of flat diamond cut chain links.

Figaro

Figaro is a popular gold or silver link chain design that incorporates a pattern of 2 or 3 small circular links with 1 elongated oval link.

Box

The box chain is a necklace that’s made up of square links, each connected to the other, to form a smooth chain.

Snake

Snake chain is a very tight-linked chain that has a round or square cross-section and has links that create a zigzag look.

Curb or Cuban

Curb chain’s flattened loops are typically oval and all the same size. The links interlock with each other when laid flat.

Rope

Rope chain creates the effect of two twisting strands spiraled together, created by many small links not completely joined.

Byzantine

Byzantine chain incorporates a rope-like texture and intriguing textural design. The chains are supple and flexible, draping gracefully about the neck.

Wheat

Wheat chain is formed of very long, thin teardrop-shape links that all point in the same direction. The joint of each link is like a tiny hinge, meaning this style is not as flexible or fluid as some others.

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