Necklace and Pendant Guide

The right necklace or pendant will add style to anything she wears. In addition to being a fashionable gift, giving her a necklace gives you the opportunity to perform the classically romantic gesture of putting it around her neck for the first time.

In general, a necklace is defined as any type of chain or length of precious metal or gems. A pendant features a single jewel, pearl or charm, usually suspended from a chain. A pearl strand is a length of closely strung pearls.

Pendants

A pendant is something she can wear with a dress or jeans. The simple design of a solitaire pendant allows all the attention to focus on a beautiful pearl or diamond solitaire. Other pendants feature shapes like a heart, or a cross made of precious metal, diamonds, or gemstones.

Pearl Strands

Pearl strands are an essential element to a woman's jewelry wardrobe. She can wear one with a dress to create a classy look.

Necklaces

Necklaces come in an assortment of styles including heavier chains, links, and braids. Some necklaces feature a fixed set of diamonds or gemstones, where others have stones that run their entire length.

When selecting a necklace or pendant, consider that the length will determine where it will lie on her chest. Remember that longer lengths accentuate the bust while shorter lengths feature the beautiful lines of her neck.

If you have a special occasion like a birthday or your first wedding anniversary, consider a solitaire pendant featuring a pearl or diamond. For a very special occasion like a five- or ten-year anniversary, you might give Akoya pearls, which are the most beautiful white pearls available. She'll remember the occasion every time she wears the gift.

View our Necklace Showcase for a selection of necklaces every woman would love to own.