Women's Necklace
HOW TO MEASURE
14" NECKLACE
Fits most like a choker
16" NECKLACE
Falls perfectly around the base of the neck like a collar. On a petite woman it will hit your collarbone while for plus size women it might feel more like a choker.
18" NECKLACE
A common choice for women that will fall just below the throat at the collarbone. This length is popular for adding pendants which will hang over a crew neck.
20" NECKLACE
Will fall a few inches below the collarbone and allow a little more breathing room. Perfect for a low, plunging neckline or if you want to wear it over a turtleneck.
22" NECKLACE
Falls at or above a low neckline.
24" NECKLACE
Falls below any neckline.
36" NECKLACE
Common with pearl strands and will hang below the bosom. They can be worn as a single strand or you can double them for an 18 inch necklace.Table title
| Necklace Length (inch) * | Style | Body Position | Best Fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-14 | Collar | Fit closely to the neck | Heart-Shaped, Oval, Rectangular, Oblong |
| 16 | Choker, Chain, Locket, Strand | Lies closely around the neck | Heart-Shaped, Oval |
| 18 | Princess | Hangs at the collarbone | Oval |
| 20 | Matinee | Reaches just past the collarbone | Oval |
| 22 | Matinee | Hangs at the top of the bust | Oval |
| 24 | Matinee | Sits around the center of the bust | Oval |
| 28 to 38 ** | Opera, Lariat, Rope | Drapes below the bust | Round Face, Oval |
| 40 and above ** | Opera, Lariat, Rope | Extends past the navel | Oval |
* The length of the necklace clasp is not included in the necklace measurements. Normally, clasps are around ¾ of an inch. **Long necklaces may be wrapped around the neck a 2-3 times to achieve a layered affect.
