Gold pendants and chain type are considered to be the most important elements of a necklace, that’s true, but chain length is just as important.
Many factors, such as the person’s height and features, can help determine the right chain length for a woman.
- 35 cm
Chains of this length are referred to as chokers. They fit right around the neck and look best on a long, thin neck. - 40 cm
Also known as a collar, chains of this length fit around the neck perfectly. Chains of this length pair well with faces with sharp angles. - 46 cm
Known as a princess necklace, chains of this length fall below the throat and go with almost everything. For this reason, chains of this length are the most common among necklaces. - 50 cm
Matinees, usually referred to 50-to-60 cm chains, rest just below the collarbone. They go with formal and informal wear. - 60 cm
This matinee falls at the bust and, like other matinees, suits elongating round faces best. - 76 cm
Chains of this length are called opera necklaces and typically reach the center of the bust. - 84 cm
Also referred to as an opera, this necklace reaches below the bust.
Side Note:
To measure the width of your neck, gently wrap a measuring tape or a bending ruler around it. Add 5 centimeters to your recorded neck size for a breathable choker. At Zein Fine Jewelry, we add an additional 2cm chain extension as a safety net. It gives wearers the ability to make the necklace a bit longer if need be or loosen up the choker if it is too tight. If you’re a fan of shorter-length necklaces, check out our Circles Choker, Pearl Choker, and Fayrouz Choker to get inspired by our different styles. And if you’re more of a long-necklace type of person, you can check out our Love You More Pendant. Thick Cable Chain, or customize a piece exactly the way you like it.
To measure the width of your neck, gently wrap a measuring tape or a bending ruler around it. Add 5 centimeters to your recorded neck size for a breathable choker. At Zein Fine Jewelry, we add an additional 2cm chain extension as a safety net. It gives wearers the ability to make the necklace a bit longer if need be or loosen up the choker if it is too tight. If you’re a fan of shorter-length necklaces, check out our Circles Choker, Pearl Choker, and Fayrouz Choker to get inspired by our different styles. And if you’re more of a long-necklace type of person, you can check out our Love You More Pendant. Thick Cable Chain, or customize a piece exactly the way you like it.
