The same necklace can look perfect with one outfit and awkward with another. The difference is usually the neckline. Matching lengths to necklines makes any look feel considered.
Common necklace lengths
- Choker: sits close to the base of the neck. Examples include thushi and chinchpeti.
- Collar or short necklace: sits around the collarbone.
- Princess: falls just below the collarbone, the most versatile length.
- Matinee: reaches the upper chest.
- Long or rani haar: falls to the chest or below, like many saaj and laxmi haar designs.
Matching with necklines
Round and boat necks
Chokers and princess-length necklaces sit neatly above the neckline.
V-necks
Pendant necklaces and V-shaped sets follow the neckline's line.
Sweetheart and deep necklines
Princess and matinee lengths with a central pendant fill the space beautifully.
High necks and collars
Skip the necklace and wear statement earrings, or choose a long necklace that falls over the fabric.
Off-shoulder and square necks
Chokers and collar necklaces highlight the collarbone.
Layering lengths
When layering, choose lengths with clear gaps, for example a choker with a long haar. See layering necklaces.
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