Long Necklace

     Necklace is a piece of jewellery which is worn around the neck. It's usually worn near the heart making them it a woman's special friend. Necklaces add grace and glory to one's personality. In modern times necklaces are also considered the status symbol.

     Necklaces come in various lengths and styles. Long necklaces give a very grand look and are usually worn on grand occasions. When you choose a necklace you should check to make sure that the necklace drapes along at the correct length for your personal build, height and neckline and the wardrobe attire you choose to wear.

Long necklaces come in different sizes:

     Collar: it is 12 to 13 inches long and is versatile. But everyone is not comfortable with this type of necklace as it ends above your collar line.

     Choker: It is 14 to 16 inches long and is mostly common with bridal gowns and formal wedding wears. The end of the collar necklace is just below your collar line.

     Princess: It is 17 to 19 inches long. It is common for most pearl necklaces. This type of necklaces ends between armpit height and collarbone height. It is infact long enough to suit high necklines.

     Matinee: It is about 20 to 25 inches long. Its length adds a sense of confidence and luxury. It goes best with formal and professional gowns. These type of necklaces also go well with high necklines.

     Opera: It is between 26 to 36 inches long. In this type, you have your choice of wearing it. If you double it you create a fashionable two strand choker. A knot in this type of long necklace will give a vintage look. This type of necklace is gaining popularity in modern times. It is traditionally worn with evening wears.

     Rope: It is 37 inches long. It creates an elegant look on backless attire. It can be doubled or even tripled and worn. This type of long necklace is more commonly seen in high fashion magazines.

     A necklace of proper length will encircle your neckline gracefully while highlighting your face and body attractively. Since there are so many different types, styles and lengths of necklaces you should select the proper length for you to wear as this is just as important as finding the right style and design of jewelry necklaces. You should try on different lengths of necklaces in order to find that special one that fits you correctly while enhancing and complimenting your personal characteristics

     Thus, it is necessary to decide the occasion for which you want to wear a necklace. Long necklaces are more common on grand occasions. Long necklaces compliment you and your attire.