subject: Choosing The Perfect Necklace For You. [print this page] Probably the most popular piece of handmade jewellery is a necklace and this can be found in many different styles and lengths. This could be in the style of a pendant, chocker or a string of beads.
The jewellery necklace is used to adorn you necklace and will come in many lengths from choker that sits close fitting to your neck to opera length that hangs to your waist. They can be made from chains of gold and silver and of beads from semi-precious to wood. This is the piece of handmade jewellery that will make the most impact when worn.
So where do we start our search for the perfect necklace? We can start with the large chains as they will all have collections of accessories that will compliment these seasons fashions so you will find pieces that are on trend and in vogue. Many of the smaller individual stores will have collections of handmade jewellery and from these you will have a choice of something that is unique and original and maybe a one off design.
If you find the thought of trailing around the shops to daunting then you can always put your feet up ad have a look on the internet. This is a great way to start your search as you can do it all from the comfort of your own home and without having to leave your own chair. Online you will find many sites that are selling their unique and original collections to choose from. These collections will be fashionable and updated regularly so every time you go back to the site you will find something new and they will have pieces to suit every style and fashion. You can also look on the auction sites as from these you may be able to find a bargain or a stunning piece of vintage jewellery.
When you have found a site that has styles and designs that you like then it is time to choose the perfect jewellery necklace. Before you make your choice you have to think about the style of the outfit you are going to wear this piece with and its neckline.
If your outfit has a high or crew neckline then the necklace jewellery that would be a good choice would be a long pendant as this could be worn over the clothes. Opera necklaces are perfect for these necklines and these are very fashionable at the moment especially when these necklaces are worn in layers and can be worn both formal and casual. These very long necklaces can be doubled up to make a shorter length and a few of these pieces of handmade jewellery worn at different lengths can look stunning.
The most classic of these designs is the chocker and this lies close to the base of the neck and can be found in many forms. You will find classic piece made from pearls and crystals or a simple black velvet ribbon with a cameo placed in the centre. These can be worn with a blouse that has its buttons open or formally with an off the shoulder dress. The designs of these jewellery necklaces can be seen as far back as the ancient Egyptians and they were very fashionable during the Victorian era. Today you will find many different styles and designs at this popular length and they will be made from materials as diverse as the precious metals gold and silver to paper beads. You will also find that these lovely pieces of handmade jewellery will have bracelets and earrings that compliment the designs and you may be able to buy matching jewellery sets that contain them all.
