fashion necklace

A necklace (translated from French as “collar”) is a piece of jewelry that fits around the neck. The product draws attention to the face and emphasizes the beauty of the upper part of the female figure.

A related type of jewelry can be called a traditional necklace. But these two decorations are still different from each other, and therefore they mean different things in the fashion dictionary. The necklace is a series of repeating elements, while the necklace is characterized by a large front part in the form of one or more large pieces. The back part in most cases fastens and is a chain. In a modern interpretation, a spectacular necklace is both a solid array of various materials and a complex design.

Ancient Egypt and Rome elevated the necklace to the rank of imperial jewelry. Made of gold with enamel, massive and heavy, the decoration was supported on the back by a counterweight. During the Middle Ages, an expensive product was the distinction of noble nobles, and only in the 18th century did the first samples of skillful jewelry designed specifically for women appear. In Russia, gold necklaces with stones were worn by privileged persons, decorating the collar of their clothes with pearls and gems.

Known types of necklaces differ in length and shape, fit to the neck and types of attachment.The central part is made of beads, medallions or amulets, precious stones or brushes. A necklace is usually an elite and artistic piece of jewelry, sometimes with a unique design.

In order to look attractive and create a stylish image, a fashionista does not have to purchase expensive jewelry with stones made of gold or silver. Alternative costume jewelry offers excellent products, often not inferior in appearance. For fashionable clothes, it is easy to choose the necklace that you like and emphasize your dignity.

An airy necklace or airy is called a product woven from beads, resembling a cloud. Separate beads, as it were, “hang” at the ends of the fishing line. The necklace is crocheted using the technique of "air" loops. Elastic loops strung on a medium-thick colored fishing line make the necklace lush and voluminous. It can be either monophonic or made of beads of various colors.

Kollar is translated as "crow". The length of the shortest necklace is only 32 cm. The gold item with pearls and stones wraps around the neck high. Under a status outfit, an evening dress with a decollete and an exquisite hairstyle, the jewelry will fit perfectly. Favorite kind of aristocratic persons and nobility all over the world.

Classic choker ("strangler" in English translation) - up to 40 cm. The links of the necklace are triangular, oval or rectangular. The basic items in the product are especially large front links, the back of the choker is fastened with a chain with a clasp, the length of which can vary.

A clasp can also be called an old necklace - a gold jewelry fastened in front.For the fastener of the clasp, the shape of a snake's head made of precious stones is often chosen.

This is the name of the style introduced by nomadic Gypsy tribes into European culture. It combines romanticism, freedom and allows you to realize the most daring dreams. The necklace is one of the essential elements of the boho look. This is a very noticeable and large decoration with an unusual and bizarre texture. Unexpected combinations of different materials are possible in it. Flowers and leather, wood and metal are popular. The standard of style can be called a multi-tiered necklace, reaching to the waist.

• Matin. An elegant product 50-60 cm long, completely made of gold without inserts. It is universal, matinet is worn not only on the way out, but also with a regular suit, skirt and blouse.

• Opera. The length of this jewelry can reach up to 90 cm. Falling below the chest, the "opera" consists of several chains with precious stones.

• Rope. An ultra long necklace in which small plates connect gemstones together.

The largest is considered the “plastron” necklace, which translates from French as “bib”. Covers the front of the neck and upper chest. The "plastron" is characterized by ethnic motifs in design.

Invisible is called an exceptionally thin fishing line, no more than half a millimeter thick. She wears metal pendants with pebbles that sparkle individually and look unconnected.

An attractive necklace is a gold or silver chain with a pendant in the form of a name. The letters are quite large, depicted in an artistic and unusual type of font with decor made of small stones or other metal.

The soutache technique combines the luxury and brilliance of natural stones and silky cords. In order for the beads and stones to hold firmly, pieces of felt and leather are sewn with monofilament on the reverse side. Elegant and silky, the soutache cord is folded several times, forming intricate patterns that give the necklace a unique look.

One of the most common types of such a necklace can be called a clave. It consists of several rows of chains or a strip of fabric tightly wrapped around the neck (clavage is translated from French as "slavery"). The entire length of the product is decorated with pendants made of stones, the lowest of which falls into a hollow on the neck. Sclavage was popular with women in France during the Baroque and Rococo eras, pairing well with elegant off-the-shoulder dresses and puffy skirts.

A necklace without a clasp is a hit of this season. In such fashionable products, the stars of the musical world, such as Celine Dion and Miley Cyrus, have already managed to show off.

The longest type of this necklace is a lasso that can be worn around the neck in two or more rows. An ordinary hoop made of non-ferrous metal or leather is worn disconnected, precious stones and other decor are placed at the ends.

A necklace with a chain is worn not only by women, but also by high-ranking men. The male version of the collar, indicating the high position of its owner, consists of a very massive gold chain and a single central pendant.

The ideas of leading designers give wide scope to the imagination of fashionistas. To create a unique and inimitable image, a necklace as a type of fashion accessory fits perfectly.The product from chains remains a classic, gilded metal is used for manufacturing. An original necklace with chains can be equipped with a small lock or other original element.

With regard to alloys, the purity of gold depends on what metals are added to increase the strength of the necklace and make it resistant to damage. Reddish gold contains copper, lighter gold is combined with silver. To obtain white gold, metals such as platinum, palladium and nickel are used.

Traditional French-style necklaces, high-fitting ribbons with beads and pendants have not lost their relevance. Incredibly beautiful feminine necklaces made of oblique inlay and braided cords. These materials make it possible to highlight semi-precious stones by wrapping them with intricate patterns. Necklace with petals and leaves, reminiscent of beautiful flowers and purple peacock feathers, as well as bright insects - you just have to choose from a bewitching variety of colored materials.

Foamiran are flat sheets of soft synthetic material used in needlework. The palette of shades of Iranian foamiran is wide enough - 24 shades - in order to get a lot of colors and decorative elements that are silky to the touch. Roses, chrysanthemums, peonies and snowdrops, poppies and daisies will adorn the necklace, and such an amazing work of art keeps its shape surprisingly well. Sophisticated turquoise and lilac works of art will decorate a trendy dress for a festive outing.

Amazing necklaces are made from floss threads and buttons of various sizes covered with fabric or leather, hanging down in one row or several rows. Polymer clay products are in fashion, which are especially suitable for young girls and graduates.They are made in the form of elegant fantasy flowers, combined with beads and balls from the same plastic in delicate and pastel shades.

The cat's eye is considered a powerful amulet, from which healing energy emanates. From this quartz, bright and memorable products are obtained, in which samples of unusual shape, original in color, are combined with silver finishes.

In the tiger's eye, the needles, when oxidized, turned yellow or orange with a hint of rust. It also differs from the cat's eye in a wave-like pattern. The yellow-brown stone serves as the basis for making unusually shaped necklaces, in which stones of various sizes are connected with a thin cord and chain.

A diamond with its extraordinary brilliance overshadows everything around, but diamond jewelry is quite expensive, so these stones are set in a necklace in small quantities. For many centuries, the Riviera necklace has been a classic. It consists, in addition to diamonds, of sapphires, rubies and garnets. The stones are fastened together so that the junctions are not visible.

It is believed that sapphire gives confidence in its charm, and the ruby ​​suits purposeful women. The brilliance of the garnet is less intense than that of the ruby, but the stone is distinguished by a deep and rich dark red color that sets off the matte skin of the face and neck. Exquisite jewelry made of precious stones will match the self-confident lady.

Pink translucent tourmaline is quite often used in the manufacture of necklaces and sets. "Night Violet" is made of silver and tourmaline crystals of various shades - from lilac to bright pink.Tourmalines, processed in the form of flower petals, are attached to a wide silver chain of a short necklace.

Blue and greenish topazes, smoky rauchtopazes - all these types of quartz are actively used by jewelers, achieving an excellent effect. Brilliant topaz is harmoniously combined with silver, decorating a necklace in a classic style. The coldish radiance of this stone is also worthy of connection with gold on the principle of color contrast.

Aventurine is an opaque quartzite interspersed with mica, iron and other elements that give the stone a characteristic golden sheen. Aventurine is reddish-brown, gray-yellow and green. Black aventurine jewelry looks especially exquisite. The necklace of the color of the night will not leave indifferent any connoisseur of elegance and sophisticated style.

One of the oldest minerals exists in many shades - from rich red and brownish to white and black. The most expensive jewelry is made from deep sea coral. Necklaces are made using polished coral beads or whole pieces. The diversity makes it possible to create real masterpieces from several types of coral and combine it with other gemstones and pearls.

Rarely what kind of jewelry can be compared in elegance with that made of turquoise. With color shades ranging from gray-green to bright blue, turquoise gives a special charm. It looks great both in a necklace with large pendants in silver, and in a product with a front part in the form of several rows of small elements.

The word "agate" is translated from ancient Greek as "kind, happy." This stone is perceived in products as bringing good luck and longevity.The striped inner part of quartzite gives a soft pattern when processed. Iridescent colors are starry, black, blue, red-yellow and moss. Particularly valued are large stones interspersed with chalcedony and opal, which often serve as the basis for creating magnificent necklaces.

Bright jasper is close in properties to agate. There are various textures, variegated and striped stones. Necklaces look spectacular and attract attention due to the large number of color and texture transitions, complex processing that gives jasper samples the shape of leaves and flat geometric shapes.

The invention of glassmakers from the island of Murano - special glass - delighted the inhabitants of the Venetian Republic from the 13th to the 18th century. The secrets of weaving glass threads and interspersing metals into finished colored rods have not been fully adopted by any schools in Europe. Women's jewelry made from such glass was called "murrina".

Each multicolor necklace bead is blown separately, giving the product a unique beauty and long-awaited individuality. Figures, beads and flowers are strung on a metal chain. Similar to pearls, agates and chalcedony, iridescent glass creations are often as beautiful as the originals and even surpass them.

Many fashionistas fell in love with amber, and amber necklace, as is known from folk medicine, has healing power. The rich and warm honey tone of this stone makes the product romantic, reminiscent of the sun and the sea. The natural beauty of transparent amber is enhanced when it is framed by gilded metal. Necklaces made of pieces of amber in combination with black leather and suede look non-standard.

Swarovski crystals, which look very similar to precious stones, have become the highlight of a special style, and necklaces with them are ideal for ballroom and evening dresses. For world-famous eye-catching neck jewelry with large crystals, there is always a place in the jewelry box of a fashionable lady.

Multicolor pendants made of several types of stones, iridescent flowers and large crystals framed by smaller ones - this is not a complete list of necklaces with rhinestones this year.

When choosing a necklace, all fashionistas are guided by their taste, appearance and age. For the youngest girls, it is better to buy soft jewelry in the form of short elegant chains with pendants, delicate and cute beadwork and semi-precious stones.

Older ladies will go for necklaces with large stones, on long - up to 60 cm - chains. Diverting attention from the décolleté and neck, eye-catching necklaces shift the gaze to the face and figure.

As for appearance, one of the important selection criteria can be the shape and length of your neck. The "swan" neck is an occasion to try on the shortest models. But U-shaped clasps can unnecessarily visually stretch, violating the proportions. Owners of a dense and short neck need to choose a necklace with large links. Such a visually lengthening chain should fall at least 5 cm below the clavicle line.

For blondes with light eyes, experts recommend paying attention to products with jasper, greenish turquoise, topaz and amber. For brown-haired women - with aquamarine, blue turquoise and pinkish tourmaline. A necklace with a garnet and a tiger's eye seems to have been created for red-haired beauties with peach-colored skin. A brunette with dark eyes will be decorated with lapis lazuli, rock crystal, ruby.Stones are best worn in the evening, then they will "play" under artificial lighting. But for the daytime, a necklace with a matte and mother-of-pearl shine will come in handy.

The wedding necklace is the final note in the bride's outfit, it should be ideally combined with a rich dress, which is often sewn with decor and rhinestones. It is best to stop when choosing a piece of jewelry with a symbol of innocence - pearls woven into one thread or in several rows. A necklace made of flowers and beads on fabric, polymer clay and other modern models in the pop art style - with rock crystal, Czech glass and openwork weaving, with semi-precious stones are also suitable. The necklace can combine various shades: snow-white, gray, bluish and light pink.

Stylists consider the hoop made of metal with a precious pendant to be the most popular type of necklace. An elegant decoration can be worn around the neck every day, combining it with a business suit.

For shallow necklines, the “princess” is intended, which also belongs to the most democratic types. The length of the necklace is up to 47 cm. The jewel looks more like a wide chain with large weaving, decorated with pendants. A gold necklace is worn not only with dresses for receptions and evening dresses, but also with everyday clothes.

Collars made of fabric are in fashion with brooches from your grandmother's chest. They are decorated with pearls, inlaid with stones. Such a unique product can be made with your own hands and put on sweaters or jumpers on top. With a white shirt, a necklace made of buttons and leather, decorative jewelry made of bright large elements looks great.

In the world of high fashion, the emphasis has shifted from chains to bright, spectacular necklaces. This season, the trend is models with large links made of metal, precious and ornamental stones. Rope weaving and drawings, geometry and attention-grabbing inserts remain relevant.

Tiffany's designs feature chains and a flowing stream of silver, paired with custom hearts and elongated clasps. Pierre Rico delighted his fans with exquisite models in the form of violets and exotic flowers, among which the “Radiance of Mother-of-Pearl” necklace occupies a special place. This charming necklace is made of silver metal, inlaid with natural mother-of-pearl and glass rhinestones. The main length of the chain is 40 cm, plus 7 cm of adjustable length.

The Mahidevran (Sultan) necklace is made in the Turkish style, with a pendant of many precious stones in the shape of a fruit with two leaves. A short necklace fits snugly around the neck, emphasizing its shape.

Bulgari's neckpieces are massive designs of metal and glittering gemstones. Striking chic necklaces with rubies and emeralds, yellow and white gold adorned the evening dresses of many stars. In addition to these elements, the famous jewelry house also uses antique coins in its work.

Chanel surprises with a new reading of timeless classics. This necklace is in the form of elongated ribbons with square and cross-shaped pendants, with a company badge. Jewelry combines glass pearls, resin and metal, as well as small rhinestones.

Amari from Avon is a fashionable necklace with a decorative part of delicate glass flowers of different sizes, with a silver metal chain.A special mention deserves a necklace made of fabric using the shibori technique, which involves stones sewn into the material.

• Necklace made of silver and large semi-precious stones. Front with blue, green and brown chalcedony pendants.

• "Collar with shoulders" in a classic style. A necklace made of metal chains and inserts with transparent stones in the form of flowers falls on the chest, reaching to its middle.

• Pearl necklace made of several strands of pearls, completely covering the neck, short. The clasp is made of golden metal.