There’s nothing quite like a gold chain that fits around your neck just right, which is why we put together this necklace size guide. Browse our fit tips to learn how to choose the preloved necklace for you.
Size Categories
People think of the necklace as the centerpiece of the outfit, and we agree. Its shine, make, and length are the first things to grab the eye. These five size categories serve different aesthetic purposes. Understand what works for you, and you’ll come one step closer to finding your perfect, preloved golden piece.
- Collar / Choker Necklace – Measuring at 30.5 to 40cm in length, the choker fits snugly (not tightly)—around the base of the neck. There should be room for at least a finger between the choker and the skin of the neck. Chokers are stylistically versatile, and can work for both casual and formal outfits.
- Short / Princess Necklace – As befitting their name, princess necklaces have a regal quality to them, as shown by the way they tend to elegantly rest between the collarbones. These necklaces tend to measure at 40-47cm in length. Chains of this size are subtle, while pendant necklaces of this size make more of a statement.
- Medium / Matinee Necklace – The Matinee necklace is usually 47-60cm long, which means there’s a lot of range to its style and versatility. While necklaces this size usually have pearls, they make just as much of an impact in the form of gold chains.
- Long / Opera Necklace – Perfect for cocktail parties and other formal affairs and special events, these necklaces measure 60-75cm in length. While Opera necklaces look perfectly elegant alone, they are also fun to layer with other necklaces of different sizes.
- Very Long / Rope Necklace – 85-100cm is the length that maxes out the Rope necklace. Make a big statement and let it hang, or style it into a variety of knots.
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