We will provide a useful guide to help you make the right decision when choosing the dimensions of your chains or rosaries.
We offer you some practical tips to make the right choice. Although choosing may seem simple, how many times have we received our order and thought, "It should have been a little longer or maybe a little shorter"?
Of course! It is important to take into account not only what we like the most, but also the length that suits us and the situation in which we will wear the selected piece. Just as we would not wear snow boots to the beach, even if they fit perfectly, this case is similar: there are chains ideal for everyday use and others designed for special occasions.
In principle, there are several common lengths of chains, and depending on their length, they are positioned differently on the neck and neckline.
This illustration will give you an idea of how a necklace will look on a person of normal build. For thinner people, they tend to be a little longer, while for those with a stockier build, they tend to be a little shorter.
16 INCHES (40 CM):
Perfect for children's pendants. On adult women with slender builds, it fits around the neck, but is not recommended for those with stocky builds due to possible discomfort.
18 INCHES (45 CM):
A common choice that fits at collarbone level or slightly lower. Favors most women.
20 INCHES (50 CM):
Falls a few inches below the collarbones, ideal for wide necklines or to pair with turtleneck sweaters.
60 CM OR MORE (24 INCHES OR MORE):
Goes over any neckline, reaching to the chest or lower. Perfect for large charms and rosaries.
TO MEASURE YOUR NECK CIRCUMFERENCE
Neck circumference is probably the most important measurement in determining the ideal length for your chain. To measure it, place a flexible tape measure around your neck, keeping it parallel to the ground as you do so. Then, add 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) to your neck circumference to calculate the minimum recommended length for choosing your chain size.
If your neck is between 33 cm (13 inches) and 37 cm (14.5 inches), a necklace length of 46 cm (18 inches) will be a good choice.
If your neck is between 38 cm (15 inches) and 41 cm (16.5 inches), a necklace of 51 cm (20 inches) in length will be a good choice.
If your neck is between 43 cm (17 inches) and 47 cm (18.5 inches), a 56 cm (22 inches) length necklace will be a good choice for you.
DEPENDING ON HEIGHT:
Tall person: avoid very short sizes.
Medium height: All sizes are appropriate.
Short stature: Favorably, those that sit at the collarbone or just below.
DEPENDING ON THE NECK:
Long and slender neck: chokers soften and visually shorten.
Short or wide neck: Use larger sizes to lengthen and stylize.
BODY SIZE:
Bulky body: Avoid short sizes.
Bulky chest: Do not exceed 45 cm to avoid the chain falling in the middle of the neckline.
FACE SHAPE:
Oval face: All sizes are appropriate.
Round face: Avoid chokers, prefer V-shaped necklaces to lengthen the face.
Elongated face or pointed chin: Chokers soften the features.
WHAT YOU WEAR:
Select the necklace according to the type of garment and occasion.
Long chains for high collars, short for formal attire.
Tight necklaces for plunging or off-the-shoulder necklines.
Chokers go well with almost anything.
To wear a pendant on a high neck, a size of 50 cm and up is recommended.