Just as there are a tremendous number of meanings associated with various types of necklaces there are thousands of different types and materials The most popular types include chains and pendants made from metals such as gold silver titanium and precious and semiprecious metals Pearls are another classic favorite loved by women for generations conveying a classic and subtle beauty Diamond and gemstone pendants on coordinating gold or silver chains are also perpetually popular
Beads and crystals are also popular styles Interest in unique handmade and vintage and antique necklaces has skyrocketed in recent years along with trends towards contemporary Hip Hop neck jewelry styles epitomized by the bling of bright bold flashy designs
Despite the incredible variety there are some styles that certainly pervade the necklace scene as piping hot These include
Layered dual or three strand neck jewelry
Chunky oversized pieces
Celebrityinspired necklaces
Delicate lariats or Ys
New choker styles
Three station and drop necklaces
Natural beads and organic carvings
Scalloped and collar neck pieces
Long ropes chains
Colored gold
Enamel and ceramic
Open and hammered links in chains
Floating heart pendant necklaces
Length
The length of necklaces varies depending on the style The most common length is worn loosely around the neck and falls slightly below the collar bone Chokers lie tightly against the neck itself Chains and pearls come in a great variety of lengths allowing you to choose the look that you desire Other styles may have optional adjustment levels for a slightly longer or shorter appearance
Buying Neck Jewelry
As with most jewelry necklaces range in price dramatically Everyday fashion looks in costume and trend jewelry markets such as department and accessory stores might sell for under $10 Necklaces from fine jewelers can range from $100 to tens of thousands of dollars
Tips on Buying Fine Necklaces
The large number of jewelry retailers and the expansion of auction sites like eBay sometimes allow even normally discerning people to get duped into buying fake neck jewelry that was presented as fine A few tips for getting real authentic necklaces are If you see gold stamped GP or EP it is not real gold but goldplate pr electroplated
Be aware that solid gold and real platinum will not tarnish with age
In the U S real gold is required to be stamped with the manufacturers trademark
Buy necklaces only from established jewelers or trusted sellers Look for paperwork to accompany your purchase such as a report from the Gemological Institute of America or an authenticity guarantee from the original manufacturer
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