Necklace Lengths : A Helpful Guide

Choosing a necklace length can seem daunting so here is a quick run down to help you make the right choice.

The main considerations are physique, fashion style and clothing.

Physique

• Shorter necklaces emphasise the neck and upper torso area making them best suited for slim necks. They also suit petite women by drawing attention upwards towards the face.
• Medium length necklaces flatter all body shapes, they balance the neck and bust and are the best all round choice.
• Longer necklaces elongate and draw attention downwards and towards the bust, they flatter most shapes but particularly suit taller women.

Fashion Style

Individual style has a lot to do with choosing jewellery and necklace length. Some ideas includes :

• Preppy, corporate, think paired back colours, collared shirts and blouses : work best with shorter necklaces pairing well with those mid-height necklines.
• Retro, vintage, think boat, square and bust level necklines : work best with shorter necklaces to balance those bust emphasising necklines.
• Boho, hippy, casual think floaty tops, spaghetti straps and florals : work best with long necklaces chains particularly suitable for necklace layering.

Item of Clothing

Finally pairing jewellery and necklace lengths with clothing can really pull an outfit together. There are a few key rules to consider.

Necklace length and necklines, generally necklaces should sit at least an inch (2.5cm) above or below the neckline, within an inch and you risk the necklace hiding inside the neckline or clashing with the clothing.

• Low necklines need short or medium necklaces for example plunging v-necks dresses and strapless tops.
• Medium necklines need short or long necklaces for example button down shirts and scooped necklines.
• High necklines need medium or longer necklaces for example turtle necks and round crew neck t-shirts

As standard Wryght Designs’ stock sterling silver 40cm, 55cm and 70cm chains. These can be purchased as a additional item in the shop. However, if you are looking for a specific length please ask, we keep a limited stock of other lengths including 45cm, 50cm and 60cm. We are also able to source surgical stainless steel and gold necklaces on request.