How to pick out good necklace
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A well selected necklace can add a lot of style to your outfit. If given as a gift it can also be seen as a romantic gesture.
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\r\nWhen choosing a necklace, remember that its length is very important for the message the necklace will be emitting. Longer necklaces highlight the breast, while shorter ones emphasize the delicate curves of the neckline.
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\r\nMost necklaces that can be found in jewelry shops have standard lengths, but even if they do not it is quite easy to imagine how low they will droop. Use the necklaces you already have as a gauge for the length you are looking for. Another idea is to try on necklaces of different length and see what will look best on you.
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\r\nAdjustable length
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\r\nSome necklaces have extra hoops at one end. You can use them to adjust the length of your necklace depending on the outfit and mood you are in. Such ornaments give more flexibility and variety to your choice, and the decorative end that remains dangling on the back of the neck is a very stylish advantage. When you are selecting a necklace for a gift and are not sure what length to choose, the adjustable models are a great option.
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\r\nShort necklaces
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\r\nThey are typically around 40 cm long and lay a little above the collarbone where they accentuate on the neckline. Shorter necklaces than this are called collars and fit snugly around the neck.
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\r\nLong necklaces
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\r\nPrincess
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\r\nThis is a necklace around 45 cm in length which hangs right below the collar bone.
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\r\nMatinee
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\r\nAround 60 cm long, this necklace drops low, to the area of the breasts.
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\r\nOpera
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\r\nThis is an even longer necklace – around 70 cm.
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\r\nRope
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\r\nThese are very long necklaces that can either be worn in their full length or wrapped around the neck once and turned into a shorter model.
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\r\nNoose
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\r\nThis is another type of extremely long necklace with ends that dangle freely or can be tied in different ways depending on your style and preference.
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\r\nMeasuring the length
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\r\nThe snap or fastener can add 2 or more cm to the length of the necklace, so when you are shopping for such ornaments make sure that the length specified on the package includes the fastener.
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\r\nMetallic chains
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\r\nThey go with everything. A short platinum or silver chain will give you a touch of glamour. Longer chains of silver or gold will draw attention to your outfit.
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\r\nPendants
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\r\nThey can be worn with dresses as well as jeans. Pendants attract attention with their interesting shapes, especially if they are made of precious metals and gems.
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\r\nPearl strings
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\r\nThey are an important element in every woman’s wardrobe. When worn with a dress they give it undisputed style and elegance.
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\r\nFashionable necklaces
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\r\nThis category includes all eccentric or unusual necklaces that can be rearranged or remodeled in multiple ways.
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