Necklace Size Guide
Start here to find necklaces that sit comfortably and layer well.
Find the right necklace length for effortless layering—and for building a look that feels balanced, intentional, and entirely yours.
How Layered Lengths Sit
When layering multiple necklaces, each length sits at a different point on the neck and chest — creating that effortless, graduated look. Here's how a typical four-piece stack falls.
The key to a good stack: keep each layer at least 2 inches apart from the next. Too close and the chains will tangle; too far apart and the stack loses its graduated effect.
A Simple 4-Piece Layering Formula
If you're building a stack from scratch, this is a reliable starting point.
Mixing chain textures — smooth vs. textured, fine vs. chunky — within the same metal tone creates the most natural-looking stack. It's what gives layered necklaces that effortless, "always meant to be worn together" feel.
Not sure where to start? Begin with one piece you already love — usually your 18" go-to chain — then build around it: add something shorter to sit above it, and something longer to sit below. It's easier than planning all four lengths at once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Choosing the right length comes down to where you want your necklace to sit—and how you plan to layer it. Think about the other pieces you wear most, and how each length will fall on your neckline.
Here’s our guide to selecting the right length:
Sits high on the neck. Wear it solo for a clean look, or layer with longer necklaces to create a statement stack.
Falls at the base of the neck and is one of our most popular lengths. A versatile starting point that works with every neckline.
Another common necklace length, medium necklaces are designed to fall on or below the base of the neck. This length is perfect for pairing with your favorite charms and pendants.
Sits just above the chest. Works especially well with open necklines, layered looks, and personalized charms or pendants.
Need a little extra length?
If a style doesn’t fall quite where you want it, our necklace extenders are available in various metals and styles, and offer added flexibility—perfect for adjusting length and playing with layers.
FAQs
Close but comfortable. It should sit snugly without pinching when you turn your head. Use adjustable loops to give yourself a little breathing room.
Vary your lengths by at least 2 inches and mix chain textures or weights. Fasten the shortest layer a bit more snugly—it helps the rest lay flat. Keep in mind, pendants are heavier and more likely to tangle when worn on multiple chains.
Match the weight. Lighter pendants pair best with finer chains, while larger pendants need something sturdier to stay centered and avoid flipping.
Go longer or add an extender. It’s easier to adjust a chain down than add more length.
- •Crew necks and turtlenecks: Longer lengths or layered drops.
- •V-necks: A pendant that hits within the “V.”
- •Button-downs: A 16–18" chain, or a bold, shorter style worn under the collar.