Common styles and combinations of necklaces

Posted on January 2, 2024 

The design of necklaces is diverse, with different lengths, shapes, and styles suitable for different occasions and clothing combinations. Here are some common necklace styles and their matching suggestions:


1. Short necklace/collar


-Design features: Tight against the neck or slightly spaced from the neck, with a length typically between 30-40 centimeters.


-Matching suggestion: Suitable for pairing with V-necks or off shoulder outfits, which can highlight the neck line and showcase a fashionable and avant-garde feel. In addition, pairing with a high necked shirt can also create a contrast and reveal a unique sense of layering.


2. Princess Necklace


-Design features: Approximately 45-47 centimeters in length, located below the clavicle and above the chest.


-Matching suggestion: Suitable for various collar shapes, especially round necked and boat necked clothing, which can effectively enhance the overall refinement of the outfit. Also suitable for professional attire, adding an elegant yet professional feel.


3. Martini necklace


-Design features: Approximately 50-60 centimeters in length, hanging down to the middle of the chest.


-Matching suggestion: Suitable for long shirts, dresses, cardigans, etc., it can add highlights to daily casual or formal business attire, especially when paired with dark clothes, it can highlight the luster of gemstones or metals.


4. Opera necklace


-Design features: The length is relatively long, usually between 70-90 centimeters. It can be worn in multiple layers around the neck, or can be hung in a single loop near the abdomen.


-Matching suggestion: It is especially suitable for evening dresses or heavy winter coats. The multi-level wearing style is more gorgeous and suitable for formal occasions.


5. Pendant necklace


-Design features: The focus is on the unique pendant design, with adjustable length.

-Matching suggestion: Choose appropriate clothing based on the size and theme of the pendant. Large and eye-catching pendants are suitable for simple style tops, while small and exquisite pendants can complement high necked or complex patterned clothing.


6. Long chain necklace


-Design features: The length exceeds that of an opera necklace, even up to the waist.


-Matching suggestion: This ultra long necklace can easily create a bohemian or modern minimalist style, and pairs perfectly with loose T-shirts, sweaters, or summer dresses.


When choosing a necklace style, one should consider personal face shape, neck length, as well as the color, style, and occasion of the clothing worn, in order to achieve the best decorative effect and overall coordination. At the same time, personalized and fashionable mix and match styles can also be achieved by layering necklaces of different lengths and styles.