Pearl beads. What length and type of pearl necklace would suit you best? How to wear long beads? We create a unique image

20.05.2019

ABOUT BEAD LENGTH

Classification, you understand, is conditional - especially centimeters. For one woman, 43 cm is a "collar", and for another, 38 is free :)
Here with examples:

"Collar"

Fits tightly around the neck. In my examples, the necklaces are even a little long. A versatile accessory that matches any neckline, any style of dress and any occasion. These beads can be worn with jeans and cocktail dresses. The only thing with which such jewelry is not recommended to be worn is turtlenecks and shirts with a closed collar.
A collar ornament is not recommended for those who cannot boast of a beautiful thin and young neck and a clear chin line.

Shortened decoration.

A looser version of the "collar". The decoration closes the hole between the collarbones or goes down a little lower. The possibilities and recommendations are the same as for the "Collar", but such necklaces are worn with greater comfort.

Princess decoration.

If the two previous options are a station wagon, then such beads and necklaces are an eternal classic, they suit all women without exception. The style of clothing for princess jewelry is more classic or romantic. It is believed that jeans will not fit, but if you play with the top of the set, then with jeans you can assemble a fairly romantic look with beads of this length.
Cutouts are different, but I would not recommend a V-shaped one. Narrow collars are also acceptable; such beads look good with a turtleneck.
When choosing beads for an outfit, pay attention to the pattern: the end of the beads should not overlap the pattern or large elements (buttons, fasteners, decorative elements) on the clothes.

Cocktail decoration.

The length of the decoration is up to the upper point of the hollow on the chest.
In the case of beads of this length, a lot depends on the choice of model. With turtlenecks, shirts, sweaters with a small neckline, large beads or beads from several threads look great. For a suit, evening dress, top with an open neckline, more elegant jewelry is suitable. Classic cocktail beads - pearls in my photo.
I found a recommendation to combine such beads with large earrings. But my taste is rather with long ones. Like this:

opera decoration.

Opera jewelry - not because they go to the opera only in such beads :)
Such beads end at chest level or a little lower. They work great for those who want to shift the focus from the neck / décolleté to the décolleté / bust. Like any long jewelry, they visually "stretch" the image - they can make the neck visually narrower (for this purpose, choose beads from small beads).
Long, not bulky earrings are recommended for such jewelry. In my opinion, long earrings are not suitable for models of large parts, larger and shorter ones are better.

Maxi decoration.

These are absolutely any long beads, everything that goes down below the chest.
They write that such beads are not combined with any other jewelry. I object to this very seriously :) Such beads go well with both earrings and bracelets. And beads from the same (monochrome) beads - even with several beads of a different length (for bold images).
Maxi beads visually stretch the upper part of the image, but can "ground" the lower one, be careful.

In conclusion.
Here we talked only about "round" beads, and for examples I took the simplest models. Pendants are a separate topic, they create a "triangle" in the neckline, and such rules do not work with them.

Original taken from m_made in About the length of the beads

Girls, let's talk about beads and necklaces. In particular, about how to choose the right length of jewelry for the neck, depending on the occasion, your image, type of face.

Collar decoration

Beads or necklaces "collar" are very cozy and very sophisticated. Collar jewelry is great for formal occasions and looks great with anything strapless. To wear a "collar", especially one that is less than 30-33 cm, you must have a thin neck and a perfect oval face. This neck decoration goes well with casual wear, jeans, dresses, etc. You can safely combine the "collar" with clothes that have a V-neck.

Cropped decoration

Slightly more relaxed than a collar and a more comfortable look around the neck. Suitable for those of us who cannot bear pressure on the neck area. A shortened decoration for the neck is a necklace or beads 35-40 cm long. This length can perfectly emphasize the oval of the face and draw attention to the beautiful neck. Suitable for all occasions, and for any top model, in a word - universal.

Princess Decoration

These pieces are 43-48cm long. Beads and necklaces like these work well with larger or smaller cutouts, just make sure your clothes and jewelry don't "fight" over one point. That is, the end of the beads or necklace should not match the pattern, a bright accent on your clothes. Why such a name?)) Beads or necklaces 43-48 cm long are a very sophisticated accessory that can add a touch of romanticism and grace to the image.

"Cocktail" decoration

These are decorations 50-60 cm long, traditionally considered refined and luxurious. Cocktail beads and chokers are good for a business suit, formal wear with a higher neckline, or casual wear. Cocktail jewelry should end up to the top of the hollow and should be carefully combined with large earrings.

"Opera" decoration

The opera decoration, 70-85 cm long, ends just below the chest and draws attention to the corresponding dignity of your body. This is a great option for those who want to take the focus off the neck and shift all the attention to the chest. Beads made of medium-sized stones up to 85 cm long can magically narrow a wide neck. This jewelry should be combined with long, not heavy earrings.

Very long ornament

Such long beads deserve special applause in their address. Exciting 100 cm or more in length - this is for the brave)). Do you have a great outfit and are you looking for an accessory for a stunning finished look? You have found it!
This length requires "one-handedness", that is, to combine such beads with anything else from jewelry is bad manners. Pick up a top with bare shoulders, straps, or with a blind stand-up collar without too much decor.

Do you know how and under what clothes you need to wear beads? Not? Then read about it in this article.

It is necessary to choose the right length of jewelry

Beads 40-50cm long. Beads loose around the neck. They are worn on a bare neck, and not over clothes, so a dress with a high collar will not work here. This is the most common bead length.

Beads 55-70cm long end somewhere at chest level. There is an important rule here: the string of beads should not come into contact with the neckline of your outfit.

Beads 75-90cm long. ends below chest level. Dresses with a small neckline look beautiful with these beads. Long beads are suitable for evening, plain or long dresses. Such beads (their hanging part) can be tied into a knot or thrown in several rows around the neck.

What material are the beads made from?

The color of clothes and beads should not match. Wooden, fabric, woolen, metal beads are suitable for sports-style clothing. Beads made of semi-precious stones look good with a wool outfit. Beads made of translucent and light materials (pearls, coral, glass threads) are suitable for light, airy fabrics (silk, chiffon, cambric).

The combination of jewelry made of precious metals and stones with jewelry is considered bad taste.

Bead color selection

We choose the color of the beads, taking into account the type of appearance.
Light-skinned brunettes will suit jewelry in black, red, white colors.
Jewelry in delicate, pastel shades is recommended to be worn by fair-skinned fair-haired women.
For brown-haired women and women with a soft light shade of hair, the colors of amber and gold are perfect.

Physique needs to be taken into account.

also that overweight women with a large bust should avoid wearing large jewelry, which is so popular now. A full neck will be decorated with long beads or with small beads on the sides and more massive towards the middle.
A high thin neck will be decorated with beads in the form of a “collar” adjacent to the neck.

Ethnic style is currently popular. It is made up of natural materials: wood, bone, mother-of-pearl, wool. This style involves a lot of jewelry, for example, several beads made in the same color scheme, in harmony with the color of the clothes. Ethnic style jewelry goes well with clothes made of denim, natural knitwear, linen.

Necklace length classification

Collar
Necklace length 12-15 inches (30-38cm). A multi-strand necklace that literally wraps around the neck. Looks great with evening dresses with bare shoulders and a V-neck. Young women with a slender long neck will be irresistible in it.

choker
The length of the necklace is 16 inches (about 40cm). A single strand necklace lies at the base of the neck. Suitable for any outfit, as it is universal.

princesses
The length of the necklace is 18 inches (about 45 cm). The necklace rests freely on the collarbone. This length is ideal for pendants and pendants.

Matine
Necklace is 22-24 inches (55-60cm) long. Matinet lies on the neckline or slightly below it. Suitable for business and casual wear. This necklace is best worn with a plain, simple outfit without any extra decorative details here.

Opera
Necklace length 30 inches (76-80 cm). The necklace lies below chest level. but does not reach the waist. Solid colors and this necklace are perfect for each other. Against the dark background of the outfit, a light necklace will lengthen the figure. Decoration can be worn in two rows.

Rope
The longest necklace is from 45 inches (from 112cm). Can be worn along the entire length and in several rows. Often, craftsmen make them composite, so that they can easily be broken into a few shorter ones with the help of additional fasteners. For example, on a choker and several bracelets to it. The Rope necklace occupied the main place among the jewelry in the Coco Chanel collection.

A string of beads is a simple decoration that does not lose popularity over time. Beads perfectly complement any image, making it more feminine, original. But, I must say that not all women of fashion know how to wear beads correctly, how to choose the color, shape, length, material, style of this capricious jewelry. And all because the same beads cannot be equally well combined with clothes of different styles. The tips listed below will come in handy for both young girls and experienced fashionistas.

Types of beads

It usually consists of three or more threads. Beads of this type look most impressive with clothes that have a V-neck, boat neck or open back. Women often adorn themselves with such beads in preparation for evening events.

Length under the throat. This is a classic look. Such beads look conservative and are more suitable for adult women. They go especially well with skirts and dresses. In principle, classic beads are multifunctional, they will be appropriate both at work and on a walk, they can be used with almost any outfit.

This length will perfectly complement clothes with a V-shaped, round or oval necklines. A good addition to such beads would be a combination with a string of beads of a different color, such as black or gold. Very often the central bead is somewhat larger in size than the others.

Length to chest. They go well with a variety of clothing styles, but are especially good with office style. Suitable for girls and women of any age, and also perfectly harmonize with beads of a contrasting color.

Long beads. This look is now at the height of fashion. Many modern girls choose this particular length of beads, since the thread can be supplemented with other materials (stones, chains), thereby making their image unique and trendy.

Chanel- incomparably beautiful and sexy beads. The piquancy of the image gives the opportunity to wrap the beads around the neck, make knots in the hanging part, wear on the side. Ideally complement the image with a dress, visually lengthening the neck.

Beads and body type

There is a common stereotype that only large beads are suitable for overweight girls, and small beads for thin girls.

Note! The size of the beads does not play an important role, unlike the length of the thread.

Short beads seem to tighten the neck, making it fuller. And this applies to beads of any size, even large ones! Of course, short beads with small beads are not suitable for plump girls, and long beads with large ones are not suitable for thin girls.

There are other options:

if you have a full neck and broad shoulders, then beads in several turns will suit you;
slender girls can wear beads with large beads, but only if they are not strung in a row.

Style selection

When choosing beads, it is important to pay attention to the style of clothing so as not to look ridiculous.

Business style. Short beads made of natural pearls are perfectly combined with it. If you want jewelry, then you should look at well-known catalogs and pick up something for yourself.
Wooden, metal, leather, ceramic, textile beads are suitable for sports style.
Modern ladies who choose a casual style of clothing can choose plastic or bright beads, which were popular in the 50s-70s.
Wooden, ceramic, glass beads are perfectly combined with such styles as ethnic, hippie, boho. And the longer the thread, the better it looks.
Czech and Murano glass, rock crystal and pearls are perfect for evening and festive clothes.

In harmony with the material

Now let's dwell on the material of the clothes to which the beads are selected.

Beads in gold or silver, felt jewelry are suitable for woolen clothes. Accessories made of semi-precious stones go well with such clothes: coral, agate, turquoise.
Beads made of translucent materials are suitable for airy fabrics such as crepe de chine, chiffon, silk. These are aquamarine and glass beads.
Linen and cotton fabrics (knitted clothes can also be included here) go well with ethnic-style beads.

Decoration color

It is not for nothing that many lovers of beads, when buying, pay the main attention to the color of the jewelry. The color that suits one person may not suit another. This is a purely individual matter.

Soft, delicate shades of beads are suitable for girls with fair skin and light brown hair.
As for brunettes with fair skin, beads of red, white and black colors are suitable for them.
Brown-haired women and women with fair skin can wear beads made of amber, gold and yellowish pearls.

It is impossible to choose the color of the beads, only based on the type of appearance. It is necessary to approach this issue comprehensively. That is, choose not only the color of hair, skin, but also take into account the color of clothing. Here you should follow the rule of maintaining harmony between the colors of clothes and accessories.

Pearl

Pearl beads are a truly indispensable adornment for every woman. They are different not only in color, but also in shape. Their main advantage is that they are suitable for many styles of clothing.

If earlier women over 40 were advised to wear pearls, now any girl can afford this chic jewelry. So, for example, it is more appropriate for girls to wear uneven pearls, and for older ladies, pearls of the correct shape should be preferred. Pink pearls are suitable for young people, while pearls of a beige or grayish hue are suitable for the elderly. It is also advised to match the color of pearls to the color of the teeth.

Note! The wrong choice of jewelry and clothes can add 15-20 years to the age of a fashionista!

For young people, it will be appropriate to use a long string of pearls that is wrapped around the neck a couple of times. It is good to wear pearls with a high collar, with bright things. But not with a jacket!

Do not be afraid to use beads in your outfit, they perfectly complement any look.

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A simple piece of jewelry around your neck can both greatly enhance your look and draw attention to what you want to hide. Much depends on the length of the jewelry, so when buying it, pay attention to it. We will show you how to choose a necklace that suits your proportions and style.

Finding the right length

The first thing that is important to know before buying is the circumference of your neck. Take a tape measure and carefully measure the circumference of your neck. The length of the decoration you need largely depends on this.

Keeping in mind the circumference of your neck, when buying the shortest jewelry for you, always add at least 5 cm to this figure.

Jewelry and their length

30-33 cm. Such a necklace is called Kolar and tightly covers the neck, sometimes in several rows.

35-41 cm. A choker is a piece of jewelry that should sit tight enough around the neck, but in no case should it be overtightened, especially if you have breathing problems.

If you are looking for a pearl necklace, choose a win-win option - collar length is ideal for weekdays, and long ones for celebrations. The latter, in a less formal setting, can be wrapped around the neck several times.

How to choose a necklace for children

Little fashionistas also want to have their own jewelry. As a rule, the length of children's necklaces is 35-40 cm. For very young girls with thin necks, a length of no more than 35 cm is suitable, for those who are older, you can pick up 40.

Not a single modern woman will refuse such an ornament as beautiful beads. A well-chosen accessory can emphasize the style of clothing, as well as hide figure flaws.

When buying any jewelry, you should pay special attention to the quality or material from which it is made. It will be very disappointing if the thing you like and bought in a hurry breaks down in the near future and will have to be carried to the master.

No need to think that fashion is only for the thin and slender, because the desire to dress beautifully and fashionably is present in every woman, regardless of her build. Stylish clothes for obese women.

When buying beads, we pay attention to the beads themselves and what they are strung on.

Glass beads. Jewelry made from such beads is very heavy, and if the base breaks, it can break.
Pearl beads. In addition to careful wearing, they require special care.
Wooden beads. They limit the style of clothing and do not like moisture.
Felted beads are suitable for a certain style and can bring inconvenience in the neck due to felt.
Plastic beads are considered the most versatile, which do not require special care and are selected for almost all styles of clothing.

It is important to pay attention to what material the beads themselves are strung on. Usually a chain, thread or fishing line is taken as the basis.

When choosing beads based on a chain, it is worth checking that it does not spoil clothes.
If the beads are strung on a fishing line, it is worth remembering that it has a very limited service life, and therefore it will simply break in a couple of years.
The waxed thread at the base of the beads allows you to give them any shape and hang them in several tiers.

Beads are divided into 3 types depending on the basis of the peculiar stringing of beads of different shapes:

Ordinary beads are when round beads of the same size are strung on a thread.
When the beads have different shapes, colors and sizes, this is already a necklace that looks more elegant.
The third type of beads is a necklace. It is made of expensive metals and decorated with appropriate stones. The necklace is much more expensive than ordinary beads, and this emphasizes the status of the owner, her individuality.

When you choose the material from which the beads are made, you should pay attention to the clasp itself so that it is reliable and of high quality. In good beads, the hole in the beads matches the thickness of the base so that they do not move. The beads themselves should be located at the same distance and not have errors.

Before choosing beads for yourself or for a gift, you should take into account the age of their future owner, since each age category has its own criteria for wearing jewelry:

for teenage girls, the whole range of light jewelry is suitable. These are beads made from wood, plastic, plant grains and synthetic materials. With the length of the beads, this category has no restrictions, but you can experiment with the types of wearing. Depending on the fantasy, the beads can be worn, even twisted around the arm or leg. Teenagers should give up jewelry that is made of large beads from expensive materials. On a teenager, such beads will look ridiculous with any attire;
young women are better suited for accessories with small beads. They will not make a woman older than her years and look weighty on a thin figure. Small beads can frame the silhouette of the neck both in one and lay down around it in several rows;
adult women should not get carried away with short beads, which will draw too much attention to the aging skin on the neck, but too long beads will also open the neck for show. When choosing, you should pay attention to the beads, medium in length. With large stones or pendants, they will draw all the attention to themselves.

Long beads with small stones will look universal. Younger girls can wind beads so that they are closer to the neck. Those older women can make fewer turns so that the beads rest at the level of the collarbone. Long beads can be tied into a fancy knot, and the ends can be lowered or thrown back.

Appearance is far from the last role with the right choice of beads: its first and main criterion is the neck.

Short neck. Don't opt for a necklace that will frame your neck - this will create the look of a collar. Chains, beads or necklaces should be 6 cm below the collarbone to visually lengthen the neck. It is best to choose a string of beads with a pendant or V-shaped jewelry.
Full neck. Beads should not be made from natural stones, which will give the neck even more volume. All components of the selected necklace, if possible, should be varied in their form. Long asymmetrical jewelry works well.
Long neck. It is better to refuse V-shaped jewelry altogether. Beads that are made of small beads of the same size are very suitable. Beads can be chosen short so that they frame the neck, or long, where you can make one short turn and omit the rest.

When choosing beads, it is very important to pay attention to the color of the outfits so that the jewelry does not merge with the clothes. But a more important factor is the combination with the color type of the appearance of the owner of the beads. All girls are usually divided into 4 color types: winter, spring, summer and autumn. Consider which beads are suitable for each of them.

Winter: bright and saturated shades are suitable. It is worth paying attention to ultramarine or lime-colored jewelry, purple, crimson or dark green shades. It is better for brown-eyed brunettes to choose terracotta, burgundy or raspberry beads, but for blue-eyed brunettes, fuchsia-colored jewelry is suitable. Pastel-colored beads look great on girls of this color type: white, cream, honey, yellow. For owners of black eyes, the best choice is purple or ruby beads, and aquamarine, blue, lilac and gray jewelry is suitable for light-eyed girls.
Spring: for girls with blue eyes, it is better to choose cornflower blue, light blue, bright or dark blue beads made of aquamarine stones or artificial materials. It is better for green-eyed beauties to choose olive, green, light green, mint, apple decorations. Do not refuse beads of pink, coral, scarlet, burgundy colors. For the evening version, it is better to choose graphite, gray, black, lilac or purple beads.
Summer: for girls of the summer color type, it is better to choose beads of blue, blue and green tones. Indigo, sea wave, azure, dark green, jade jewelry will look good. All pastel shades work well (lemon yellow, brass, beige, pearl white, cream). Lilac, lavender, crimson, dark red, silver, rich purple - the tenderness of the representatives of this color type is emphasized favorably.
Autumn: it is better for red-haired beauties to choose rich, piercingly bright colors of beads (bright yellow, ultramarine, purple, scarlet, orange). You can emphasize hair color with chocolate, red and copper-colored jewelry. Beads of warm shades (cream, amber, beige, honey) will look harmonious. For girls of the autumn color type, it is better to abandon jet-black beads.

Thin girls of high stature should not choose beads that are too long - there is a risk of visually lengthening their image even more, which will not add attractiveness. Representatives of an average figure with normal weight should not limit themselves in choosing beads - even the most daring decisions will suit them.

Fat women and owners of a large bust should refuse large beads, since such dyeing will visually increase them even more.

Short beads will also not suit them, because they will shorten the neck, making it fuller. The best option in this case is long beads: they will visually elongate the shape and make a large bust more attractive. To focus on the chest, you should select beads with very large beads or stones in its area.

An important role in choosing beads is played by the clothes with which they will be worn. Therefore, it is worth first reviewing your wardrobe and roughly determining what type of clothing you want to buy a new piece of jewelry for.

For a business suit, beads should not be too massive, bright and plastic. In this case, a neat string of pearls is perfect.
Under a tracksuit, you should not wear a chic expensive necklace - such an image will look ridiculous. It is better to choose jewelry made of textiles, wood, ceramics, metal or leather.
For a casual style, jewelry made from large bright-colored beads, like those that were fashionable in the 50s and 60s of the twentieth century, would be an excellent choice.
For a long dress, it is better to pick up long beads.
Beads made of gold, silver or felt are best combined with woolen outfits. Jewelry made from natural stones - agate, turquoise or coral - look win-win.
For outfits made of light fabrics (silk, chiffon and others), it is better to choose non-massive beads made of light, almost transparent materials: glass threads, pearls, aquamarine.
Beads made in ethnic style are well combined with knitted items made of natural threads, cotton or linen clothing.
To the ethnic style of clothing, boho or hippie, you should choose beads made of wooden, colored glass or ceramic beads. Beaded jewelry will be appropriate.
Festive and evening dresses are best complemented with beads made of Czech or Murano glass, pearls and rock crystal.

It is important to know the secrets of wearing beads correctly:

jewelry with a length of 40 to 50 cm is worn on the body not over clothing. This length is not suitable for business suits or clothes with a large and stand-up collar, as well as dresses under the neck. When choosing beads for a dress, it is impossible for the beads to match its neckline;
90 cm beads are considered long and are worn over clothing. Well suited for both high collars and deep necklines;
turtleneck style clothing will love long or medium beads. Long beads can be put into several rings;
a small round neckline accepts beads 10 cm below the edge of the fabric;
under the large round and square cutouts, it is worth picking up beads no more than 3 cm difference from the edge of the fabric up;
for a business suit with a jacket, it is better for a young girl to opt for a thin thread, you can with a pendant. It is better for an older woman to choose longer beads, with small stones, and put them in two or three rows.

Due to the different size of the beads, the circumference of the jewelry changes, so when buying, the length is determined in an open form. It is good to choose the color of the beads by applying them to the chosen clothes.

To make the beads look spectacular, they should not be the same color as the clothes.

It doesn’t matter if you choose ready-made beads from the store or make them yourself, the main thing is to remember all the rules for wearing them. Choose beads according to the style of clothing, according to the age of the future owner and, of course, according to her appearance. And then the purchased beads will perfectly complement your image, making you irresistible.

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