Article Necklace Buying Guide Necklace Buying Guide article detail post date : 21/11/2009 view time : 837 When choosing a necklace, it can be tricky to find one that fits comfortably around your neck. The standard chain length is 16 to 20 inches, which sits just between the base of the throat and the collarbone for most people. And just like style, the correct length for you is based on personal taste. It's also nice to have different sizes and styles of necklaces available for different occasions. 16" Choker Length This necklace length is referred to as the "classic necklace" size and typically sits at the hollow of her neck above the collar bone. 17" Princess Length One of the most popular length selected by women today, the princess length is intended to sit at or right below the collar bone. Its length creates versatility and is well suited with a variety of women's attire, including V-neck shirts and button-up blouses. 18" Princess Length One of the most popular length selected by women today, the princess length is intended to sit at or right below the collar bone. Its length creates versatility and is well suited with a variety of women's attire, including V-neck shirts and button-up blouses. 20" Matinee Length The pearl matinee necklace is a great choice for casual or business attire. It typically sits well below the neckline and is desired because of its versatility as a casual necklace, as well as a necklace for formal occasions. The matinee length also goes well as a multi-layered necklace, with a shorter choker or princess length sitting above it. 24" Matinee Length The pearl matinee necklace is a great choice for casual or business attire. It typically sits well below the neckline and is desired because of its versatility as a casual necklace, as well as a necklace for formal occasions. The matinee length also goes well as a multi-layered necklace, with a shorter choker or princess length sitting above it. 36" Opera Length This pearl length is popular for its versatility as one long necklace or the ability to rap around a woman's neck twice, creating a double strand of pearls. This necklace length is also very suitable for layering and its ability to be appropriate in both casual and formal settings. 51" Rope Length A necklace any longer than Opera Length is typically considered a "pearl rope" and can be designed to create maximum versatility for the wearer, such as one long necklace, two layered necklaces, or three shorter necklaces when wrapped around the neck multiple times. Please click like or share if you like this article Other Article Finding Your Ring Size 23/11/2009 view time : 967 Follow the directions to measure your finger... Pearl Types 16/11/2010 view time : 819 Akoya Pearls, Freshwater Pearls, Shell Pearls, South Sea Pearls and Tahitian Pearls Pearl Care 4/12/2009 view time : 834 Quality pearls are very durable, but proper care is necessary to keep them beautiful and lustrous. Here are important tips to care for your pearls. Comment
