Neck jewelry
- The difference between men's chains and women's ones
- How to wear
- Chain length and thickness
- Types of weaving
- Lock selection
The chain is a classic men's jewelry. Men often wear chains, and they successfully combine them with clothes of both classic and casual styles. The main thing when choosing is to decide on the size of the product and the type of weaving.
The difference between men's chains and women's ones
Gold men's chain with sportswear style
Of course, there are unisex products that can be worn by both women and men, but most models have significant differences. Men's chains can be immediately identified externally: they are more laconic and strict, without enamel or inlays, and are usually made with a classic rather than fancy type of weaving.
The differences also concern sizes . Men's chains can be short (but not shorter than 50 cm) or medium length. But long products that fall along the torso cannot be found on sale. Typically, chains for representatives of the stronger half of humanity are thick or of medium thickness - thin, elegant jewelry is designed exclusively for women.
The most universal model for men is considered to be a chain of medium length and thickness.
How to wear
The choice of product depends on the style of clothing and the circumstances of wearing. The cost of the chain should be commensurate with the cost of the clothing: for an expensive classic suit, you should choose an expensive gold or platinum chain. Thick products are worn in the evening, and they are not always appropriate in a classic look.
The choice of metal also depends on the style of clothing:
- bright gold chains look good with clothes of rich colors, but not necessarily bright ones;
- matte yellow and white gold look harmonious with clothes of any range;
- Rose gold models are best left for informal wear.
Gold chain, SL (price on the link)
As a gift, it is better to choose gold chains made of white or yellow gold . Firstly, this is a classic option that suits both a formal suit and a casual style. Secondly, they are durable and not subject to corrosion.
As for the decor of chains, metal products without additional decorations remain a universal option. The fashion of recent seasons allows you to wear chains with pendants, which allows you to diversify your look. It is appropriate to wear pendants in a “masculine” style - crosses, skulls, sabers, keys, compasses, stars, anchors, various military paraphernalia, as well as zodiac signs.
Men's chains can be decorated with stones, but such models are suitable only for special occasions. Typically, products are decorated with dark or transparent stones - for example, diamonds or cubic zirconia.
Jewelry with a pendant is more suitable for casual and informal style
It is important to wear men's chains correctly:
- thin chains (thickness 2-3 mm) are appropriate only for teenagers, young men and thin, short men;
- products of medium thickness (4-5 mm) are the most optimal and universal choice, since they can be worn by men of all ages and sizes;
- massive chains (6-20 mm) are best worn solo - this is a status accessory that will become the main accent in the image;
- products with large links and voluminous weaving are appropriate for men of large build.
Review of fashion chains
Modern gold jewelry is very different from what we were used to buying 20-30 years ago. Fashionable weaves look simple, the need for huge pendants has disappeared, and earrings have completely lost a part of themselves. Today, instead of the usual round earrings, it is customary to choose a semicircle, and the clear geometric shapes have slightly “floated”.
To make the look look stylish and modern, stylists recommend complementing it with accessories and jewelry. But why do fashion reviews never leave out the classic gold chains with pendants that every second woman has?
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It's simple - such elements have nothing to do with style. It’s high time to replace them with more relevant and modern options. And if someone is looking at the next Bismarck chain right now, don’t rush. Let's try to figure everything out.
Choosing weaving
When choosing a gold chain, the first thing we pay attention to is the weaving. Trendy ones include: ear, diamond, anchor. Obsolete: python, bismarck, nonna, cartier, braids, lace, etc.
The most popular gold chains are those that look simple and do not have complex weaves or additional decorations.
Minimalism and clear forms are in trend. Complex weaves and intersections are a thing of the past. To stylize them, remove the pendants and combine them with current chains.
Length matters
The length of the chain matters. A massive anchor weave or diamond decoration should be short. It is worn with a turtleneck, an unbuttoned shirt, a jacket, a lingerie-style dress and a T-shirt.
A massive gold chain may have additional elements. The most current option is pearls.
Thin chain or layered jewelry comes in long and short styles. In both the first and second cases, they may have additional elements in the form of pendants (about them below). A thin gold chain should also not have a complex weave. We choose something from the current minimalist options. And remember that it is not necessary to take the same bracelet. The fashion for kits is long gone.
Now stylists recommend combining various jewelry that have something in common. For example, they all have geometric weaving or have round elements, they are made according to the “fused gold” principle, and have the same number of threads.
Selecting a pendant
The pendant can be present either on a massive decoration or on a thin chain. In the first case, it is important to give preference to a pendant that matches the style of the weave.
A delicate heart with a diamond cannot look harmonious on an anchor chain more than 1 cm wide. A lock or geometric element will do.
We decorate thin short chains with small flat pendants or voluminous ones. Long - elongated pendants. The trend is for options with a knot, several flat shapes, and letters.
Multilayer gold
Multi-layered gold necklaces continue to be in trend. They can consist of several thin elements, one massive and a couple of additional ones, openwork or with pearls and simple.
The peculiarity of multi-layered gold jewelry is that all tiers are of different lengths. This keeps them from getting confused. Pendants should match each other in style. We do not combine animals and geometry, flowers and symbolism.
Chain length and thickness
A fashion trend is a combination of several men's chains.
The choice of product size is largely determined by the man's build:
- It is better not to choose thin products (less than 3 mm thick), because these are usually women's jewelry;
- universal thickness - 5-6 mm;
- for large men and athletes, the optimal thickness is more than 6 cm .
The length of the product and how you will wear the jewelry - with or without a pendant - are determined by the build and thickness of the neck. The optimal length for a classic product is 50-55 cm , with a pendant - 60 cm . When choosing a chain, make sure it is level with the base of your collarbone.
What types of gold chains are there?
The only difference that seriously concerns buyers is the style of chain weaving. Each technique is unique, but they are all combined into two groups - armored and anchored, which include:
- Bril;
- Corda;
- Garibaldi;
- Bismarck;
- Singapore;
- Nonna;
- Snake;
- Double diamond;
- Byzantium;
- Love;
- Ear.
The gradation of sizes has also been approved for a long time; among Russian masters the most popular are:
- 35;
- 40;
- 45;
- 50;
- 55;
- 60;
- 65;
- 70
- 75;
- 80.
As for metal, here the buyer is given the opportunity to choose. The most popular is 585 red gold, white or yellow is a little less common. But with the budget 375 standard, things are more interesting - the affordable price allows you to create more massive jewelry for those who prefer “heavier”.
Types of weaving
Men's chains are less varied in design than women's. Men's models are distinguished by a small number or complete absence of decorative elements, conciseness, and ease of weaving. The most popular is the Bismarck weave - the densest weave, when the links of the chain sections are connected at different angles. Traditionally, men's weaves are also considered to be distinguished by their brevity and a minimum of elements: “armored”, “diamond”, “anchor” .
Gold chain, DARINA (price on the link)
If you want to choose something original, then pay attention to the more fanciful “Byzantine” weaving . Anchor and armor types of weaving are the most common, but combined models with a cross section - square, round, etc. are also interesting. Such chains look very original.
When choosing jewelry, it is important to focus not only on the appearance of the product, but also on the quality
Be sure to check the quality of the fastenings, for which the chain should be pulled between your fingers. Take a closer look at the joints: they should be evenly polished, identical in size and shape (except for fancy weaves). Please ensure that the links do not get stuck or sag - this also indicates the quality of the product.
Jewelry can be made by hand or by machine . Hand weaving is considered the most durable, since each link is sharpened by hand. Machine knitting also allows you to create strong and durable jewelry. In general, the choice of how to make a product depends on your personal tastes.
Machine knitting of chains, like hand knitting, allows you to create strong jewelry
How to choose a chain made of 585 gold?
A couple of important recommendations before placing an order:
- If you plan to wear an Orthodox cross or other religious amulet daily, then the pendant should be of the same metal as the chain.
- You should not hang a large pendant on a thin chain - this can lead to deformation of even a seemingly strong solder joint.
- Wearing chains over clothing is allowed, but only if the length of the product exceeds 75 cm - anything shorter is intended for body wear.
- Be sure to pay attention to the thickness of the links - if it is more than 3 mm, no pendants are needed, this is an already completed decoration.
- Women's evening wear should take into account that European etiquette standards do not approve when the chain falls below the level of the collarbones.
A chain bracelet made using the same technique as the main decoration will help complement the solo chain on the neck. It is recommended to wear it only on the left hand.
Lock selection
If the product has a bad lock, then the strength of the chain itself is not a guarantee of reliable wear. When choosing a product, check that the clasp is easy to fasten and unfasten, but the lock must be strong. Typically, a carbine lock, clock mechanism or box lock is installed on a medium-thick chain. The carabiner clicks into place and is very easy to fasten and unfasten. The clock mechanism allows you to adjust the length of the chain. Massive products are usually equipped with a box lock, which is considered the strongest.
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