TYPICAL NECKLACE SIZES FOR WOMEN
CHOKER 14 - 16 inches
This length necklace fits snugly around the neck. It emphasizes the neck, shoulders, and collarbone and highlights the face. It is flattering with almost any neckline, especially off the shoulder and boat neck.
PRINCESS 17 - 19 inches
The princess length necklace lies at or slightly below the collarbone. (On a petite woman the average 18-inch necklace will hang farther down.) It is popular because of its versatility. Often worn with plunging necklines, it also goes well with V-neck and high-cut garments.
MATINEE 20 - 24 inches
The matinee rests below the collarbone and above the bust. It is the preferred length to complement business attire. But the length is not restrictive, so it looks just as nice with jeans as it does with a suit. (22 inches, at or above the neckline; 24 inches below the neckline)
OPERA 28 - 34 inches
It falls below the bust. The opera length can be worn as a dangling, single strand or, when doubled, a draping two-strand choker. It adds a feminine flair to any outfit and neckline. (Elongates the torso).
LARIAT 38 - 40 inches
The lariat, or rope, length necklace is considered an elegant length, especially for fashionable, chic gatherings. It is worn looped around the neck several times, creating the illusion of a jeweled scarf. The ends of a lariat are not attached.
CHOKER 14 - 16 inches
This length necklace fits snugly around the neck. It emphasizes the neck, shoulders, and collarbone and highlights the face. It is flattering with almost any neckline, especially off the shoulder and boat neck.
PRINCESS 17 - 19 inches
The princess length necklace lies at or slightly below the collarbone. (On a petite woman the average 18-inch necklace will hang farther down.) It is popular because of its versatility. Often worn with plunging necklines, it also goes well with V-neck and high-cut garments.
MATINEE 20 - 24 inches
The matinee rests below the collarbone and above the bust. It is the preferred length to complement business attire. But the length is not restrictive, so it looks just as nice with jeans as it does with a suit. (22 inches, at or above the neckline; 24 inches below the neckline)
OPERA 28 - 34 inches
It falls below the bust. The opera length can be worn as a dangling, single strand or, when doubled, a draping two-strand choker. It adds a feminine flair to any outfit and neckline. (Elongates the torso).
LARIAT 38 - 40 inches
The lariat, or rope, length necklace is considered an elegant length, especially for fashionable, chic gatherings. It is worn looped around the neck several times, creating the illusion of a jeweled scarf. The ends of a lariat are not attached.
