Size charts Sep 20, 2026 4 min read
Necklace Length Chart (Men, Women)
Necklace length determines where the pendant sits. Length is total chain measurement, not where it falls on the body (which depends on neck circumference).
The Chart
| Length | Where It Sits (Women) | Where It Sits (Men) | Style |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14" / 35cm | Tightly around neck | Choker style | Choker |
| 16" / 40cm | Base of neck (collarbone) | Snug at base of throat | Princess (women) |
| 18" / 45cm | Just below collarbone | Base of neck | Princess (most common women) |
| 20" / 50cm | Just above bust | Collarbone | Matinee |
| 22" / 55cm | At bust | Mid-chest | Matinee |
| 24" / 60cm | Below bust | Mid-chest | Opera |
| 28-30" / 70-75cm | Below diaphragm | Solar plexus | Opera |
| 36"+ / 90cm+ | Below navel | Below sternum | Rope |
FAQs
What length is most flattering?
18" princess length sits at the collarbone for most women, flattering on every neckline. For men, 20-22" mid-chest works for most pendant chains.
How does neck size change this?
Add 2 inches if neck is over 16". The chart assumes 14-15" neck. Larger necks need more chain to hit the same body point.
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