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How to measure for the perfect necklace length

How to measure for the perfect necklace length

Posted by Tiffany Reis on June 17, 2021

Selecting the perfect length for a necklace can be tricky! Here are some quick tips to help you select the perfect length for yourself and when buying a gift for someone else.

Everyone has a perfect length and measuring yours is well worth the effort. A 16” chain may fall differently based on your body type. Following these 2 steps will help ensure your necklace will fit perfectly. 

 

How to measure for the perfect length

 

Step 1

Use a string, cord, ribbon, etc., wrap it around your neck and mark where you’d like the necklace to hang.

 

Step 2

Lay the item against a ruler to measure the length. 

  

Buying for someone else

 Here is what we recommend choosing when buying a gift for someone else. 

 

-For petite women, we recommend going with a 16” or 18”. A 16” chain will most likely fall at the collarbone and an 18” will fall slightly below.

 

-For average size women, we recommend an 18” or 20” chain. An 18” chain will most likely fall at the collarbone and 20” will fall slightly below.

 

-For plus-size women, we recommend a 20” or 22” chain. A 20” chain will most likely fall at the collarbone and 22” will fall slightly below.

 

If you’re still unsure, we recommend adding a 2” extender to the necklace. This will allow the gift recipient to select the perfect length for them.

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