Necklace Length Chart

The right length changes the whole look. See where each length falls, then pick the pearl size that feels like you.

Find your length

Tap a length to see where it sits.

Lengths at a glance

Style Length Falls at Best with
Choker 14–16 in
35–40 cm
Base of the neck Off-shoulder, boat neck, deep blouses
Princess 17–19 in
43–48 cm
On the collarbone Almost everything, crew necks, sarees
Matinee 20–24 in
50–60 cm
Just above the bust Workwear, V-necks, kurtas
Opera 28–35 in
70–90 cm
At or below the bust High necks, evening wear, doubled up
Rope 36 in +
90 cm +
Below the bust, or layered Knotted, wrapped twice, layered looks

Pearl sizes

Pearls are measured by diameter in millimetres. Tap a pearl to see how it wears.

Measure at home

No measuring tape? A piece of thread works just as well.

  1. Wrap a thread loosely around your neck and let it fall where you'd like the necklace to sit.
  2. Mark the point where the ends meet.
  3. Lay the thread flat against a ruler or tape and note the length.
  4. Already own a necklace you love? Lay it flat and measure it end to end, clasp included.

Choosing your necklace

Your neckline, height and occasion all play a part. A few things that help:

  • Buying your first pearl strand? An 18-inch princess length with 6–7 mm pearls is the timeless choice.
  • Petite frame? Princess length with smaller pearls keeps the look balanced.
  • Taller or long-necked? Matinee and opera lengths show beautifully.
  • Wearing a saree or lehenga? A choker or princess strand frames a deep blouse neckline.
  • Want to layer? Pair lengths at least 2 inches apart, such as 16 and 18 inches, so each strand shows.
  • Buying for a child? 14-inch strands with 4–5 mm pearls are light and comfortable.

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