Necklace Length Style Guide
Necklace Length Style Guide
Jewellery is one of the easiest ways to complete your personal style. Necklaces can disguise problem areas or accentuate and draw attention to beauty. The length of your necklace will play a pivotal role in the overall impression your style leaves.
Remember, the way a necklace appears on any given individual will vary based on neck size or circumference. If the wearer has a larger or thicker neck you may consider wearing a slightly longer chain than is discussed in any of the descriptions above in order to achieve the same style.
WOMEN/ASSIGNED FEMALE AT BIRTH
14-16 Inch
Commonly known as a choker, this length necklace will fall just above the collarbone at the base of the neck. This is a common and versatile length for a necklace, and outside of turtleneck tops, it can be worn with most any top. This length is also a popular choice for weddings and bridal parties.
18 Inch
One of the most common lengths of necklace and called the princess, it falls below the throat and over the collarbones. This length works nicely when worn with a crew top, plunging neckline, or high neckline. This necklace is the perfect length to showcase a pendant or locket.
One of the most common lengths of necklace and called the princess, it falls below the throat and over the collarbones. This length works nicely when worn with a crew top, plunging neckline, or high neckline. This necklace is the perfect length to showcase a pendant or locket.
20-24 Inch
Both 20 and 24 inch lengths are referred to as matinee length. Necklaces of these lengths will fall in the middle of the chest and are appropriate for both casual and business wear. They create a natural vertical line for the eye and can be slimming.
MEN/ASSIGNED MALE AT BIRTH
16 Inch
This length would be considered unsuitable however we do offer this size chain for those with smaller necks. Often called a collar necklace, this length necklace will encircle the middle of the neck. It can be paired nicely with boat-neck or V-neck tops.
18 Inch
This length would be considered a choker on most men/assigned male at birth. Depending on the circumference of the neck, this length necklace may fall an inch below the Adam's apple. This length may be too tight and uncomfortable.
20 Inch
The most common length of necklace for men/assigned male at birth, the 20 inch chain will likely fall between the first and second button on a shirt or at the collarbone. This length necklace can be worn inside or outside a shirt.
22 Inch
Another very common length for a necklace, it can work nicely a cross, dog tag, or other pendant is added to the chain. Usually falling a few inches below the collarbone, this necklace is usually worn outside a shirt.
24 Inch
Usually falling in the middle of the sternum and worn outside a shirt, this length necklace also is fitting when a cross, dog tag, or other pendant is added to the chain.