The short answer: a 38 to 40cm chain sits at the base of the neck, a 42cm chain sits just below the collarbone, and a 45cm chain rests on the upper chest. Our most popular length is 40cm. Measure a necklace you already wear to find your length.
Necklace lengths at a glance
- 38cm (choker length): sits high, right at or just below the base of the neck.
- 40cm: our most popular length, sits at the base of the neck.
- 42cm: sits just below the collarbone.
- 45cm: sits a little lower, resting on the upper chest.
How to choose your length
- Think about your neckline. A shorter chain shows off a pendant above a round or high neckline. A longer chain suits open necklines like V-necks.
- Think about the pendant. A name pendant reads best when it sits where it can be seen, and a larger pendant looks balanced on a slightly longer chain.
- Think about layering. If you wear more than one necklace, leave 3 to 5cm between the pendants (pendant to pendant) so they don't tangle or overlap. Both work.
How to measure your length at home
- Take a necklace you already wear and like, and lay it flat.
- Measure it from end to end, including the clasp, with a tape measure.
- Or hold a piece of string around your neck where you'd like the necklace to sit, mark the length, and measure the string.
Frequently asked questions
What necklace length is best for a name necklace?
Our most popular length is 40cm, which sits at the base of the neck so the name is easy to see. Choose 42cm or 45cm if you want it to sit lower.
What does a 42cm necklace look like?
It sits just below the collarbone on most people.
Can I order a different length?
Yes. Any length is available, including 45cm. For a special length, WhatsApp us at +971523090985 with your height or a necklace you already own, and we'll quote it. Every RolzGold piece is made to order, so confirm your length before we start.
See our Necklace Size Guide, or explore our Personalized Arabic Name Necklace, handmade in Dubai.
