Fit Guide

Necklace and chain length guide showing 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20, and 22 inch positions

Necklace length

How to Determine the Right Necklace or Chain Length

The image shows how necklace lengths from 14 to 22 inches may sit on a 12.6-inch (32 cm) neck.

To find your starting point, measure snugly around the base of your neck with a soft measuring tape. If you do not have one, wrap a piece of string around your neck, mark where the ends meet, then measure the string with a ruler.

Compare your neck measurement with the image and choose where you would like the necklace to fall. Add about 1–2 inches (2.5–5 cm) for a close fit, or choose a longer length for a lower drop. Placement may vary depending on neck size, body shape, pendant weight, and chain style.