Choosing the Right Necklace Design

Necklaces are a beautiful way to add some glimmer to your look, whether it’s a classic pendant necklace or a simple chain. Historically, they’ve been used as symbols of status and belief, ranging from the bone and shell pieces of prehistoric civilizations to modern diamond chains and woven gemstone strands. Choosing the right necklace design can be a challenge, but we’re here to help!

The first step in creating a unique necklace is sharing your idea with a jeweler. Oftentimes, this comes in the form of a photo or even a hand-drawn sketch. Next, the jewelry designer creates a wax model of your design to give you a 3D view of how your finished piece will look. Finally, the jeweler pours gold or silver into this mold to create your necklace. After the metal cools and hardens, it’s time to add in the gemstones or diamonds if that’s what you want.

In addition to the design of a necklace, you must also consider its length. The necklace’s length can determine what type of outfit you choose to wear it with, and it may also affect how the jewelry fits on your neck. Some of our bestselling necklaces include an adjustable chain that allows you to modify the length. To determine the ideal necklace length, start by using a flexible measuring tape to measure around your neck. This will give you an approximate size that will fit comfortably.

If you’re a fan of the layered look, we recommend going for a longer necklace. This type of necklace is ideal for wearing with dresses or tops that have a deep scoop or V-neck. It will sit well on your collarbone and complement your face shape. If you’re unsure of what necklace length to go for, we suggest trying out different options until you find the perfect one.

Generally, necklaces are designed to hold pendants, lockets, crosses, amulets, or other types of ornamental elements. These can be either a precious or semi-precious material, like stone beads, pearls, and leather, or they can be made from other materials such as glass beads or plastic. A pendant is what gives a necklace its character, and it can define the overall style and theme of an ensemble.

While necklaces can stand alone, they’re usually paired with pendants to give them a more detailed appearance. Pendants can be in the form of a cross, heart-shaped gemstone, a medallion, a personalised locket, or anything else you can think of. The interplay between the necklace and its pendant is much like a painting and its frame – they work together to showcase their individual beauty. However, necklaces can be worn without a pendant as well. Some styles, such as chokers, are specifically designed to be worn without a pendant or any other ornamental element. Others, like long chains, are designed to be worn with pendants or to stand on their own as a statement piece. Regardless of the necklace design, a beautiful strand of pearls or a dainty chain will add a regal flair to any outfit.