Which necklace length is right for you?

Have your eye on a new necklace, but unsure about the length? We understand! You might prefer one necklace to sit higher on your neck, while another looks best a little lower. And you might even want to combine several necklaces.

Which length you choose mainly depends on what you like. These handy tips will help you discover which necklace length best suits you and your jewellery style.

How do you determine the right necklace length?

You don't need to go to a jeweller. With a piece of string or ribbon, you can easily try out how a necklace sits at home.

Here's how it works:

1. Check which lengths are available for the necklace you like.
2. Cut a piece of string or ribbon to the length you want to try.
3. Hang the string around your neck, as you would wear a necklace.
   
4. Look in the mirror to see how the length sits and whether you like it.

Feel free to try out different lengths. This way you can immediately see which one best suits your preference.

What necklace lengths are available?

From short necklaces that sit high on your neck to longer styles that stand out a little more: there is plenty to choose from.

How a necklace sits exactly, of course, varies from person to person. Your neck circumference and body shape also play a role. That is why it is useful to try out the length beforehand.

Be aware of bead necklaces

Fan of bead necklaces? Then there is something to take into account. Necklaces with larger beads can sit a little shorter than a fine chain of the same length. This is because the beads take up more space.

Especially with beads of, for example, 10 or 16 mm, a slightly longer necklace can therefore be more comfortable.

At Just Good Jewellery, we take this into account during the design process wherever possible. This is how we make some bead necklaces slightly roomier, so they sit comfortably and look beautiful.

Combining necklaces: mix & match!

Why wear one necklace when you can combine several? By wearing necklaces of different lengths together, you create a lovely layered look.

For example, think of a combination of:

• A short necklace of 30–39 cm.
• A medium-length necklace of 40–50 cm.
• A longer necklace of 50 cm or more.

You can combine different chains, add a necklace with a pendant, or wear a striking bead necklace alongside a more subtle style.

The fun part is that you decide how to wear your necklaces together. Will you go for a simple combination or mix different styles together?

Giving a necklace as a gift?

A necklace is always a lovely gift, but which length do you choose if you don't know exactly what someone likes to wear?

With a necklace of 40, 45 or 50 cm, you are often safe. These are popular lengths that suit different jewellery styles. Many necklaces also have an extension chain of about 5 cm, allowing you to adjust the length slightly.

Also take a look at the necklaces she already wears. Are they mostly short, or does she often choose longer styles? That will give you a good clue.