Types of silver chains

Chains have been used as jewelry for many centuries. In ancient times, such a product was a purely masculine decoration and was used as an indicator of high status and material well-being. In the modern world, a chain is a universal decoration that is worn with pleasure by both men and women.

Types of silver chains for women and men

In modern jewelry stores you can find a wide variety of silver chains. They can be long and short, thin and quite massive, with or without decorative inserts.

Depending on the characteristics of the weaving, there are women's, men's and universal models that are suitable for absolutely everyone. Everyone can easily choose from this variety a suitable option for themselves or as a gift.

Do men wear silver?

Such jewelry is worn not only by women, but also by men. They choose mainly simple and neat models. The most preferred options are:

• military style chain with tag;
• a chain with a small pendant (with one ornament that does not attract much attention);
• a chain as an independent decoration (as a rule, they are hidden under a shirt or T-shirt so that the chain is barely visible).

How to choose silver chains?

There are many different criteria for choosing such products. Below are the main ones that it is recommended to pay attention to when purchasing.

Men's and women's

Men's silver chain - a laconic product (usually with voluminous weaving) with a pleasant, soft shine, fully meeting the principle of “noticeable invisibility”.

Representatives of the fair sex, on the contrary, in most cases prefer more spectacular and noticeable jewelry.

By lenght

Silver chains go with almost any outfit and style. Choosing the male option, it is advisable to pay attention to the following nuances:

• products with a length of 40 cm are a suitable option for teenagers and thin men with a neck size of 44-46;
• products with a length of 45 cm - recommended for those who wear clothes size 48-52, have average weight and a standard build;
• products 50 cm long are the best choice for most (universal models).

You can experiment with female models by following these recommendations:

• a short jewelry with a miniature pendant will go well with a dress or oversized sweater with a deep neckline;
• great option for a little black dress — long silver chain (from 50 cm);

• volumetric anchor chain will harmoniously fit into the casual style of a city girl, represented by a men's shirt and boyfriend jeans;
• rock-star lovers Multi-tiered models with various decorative elements (skulls, stars or blackened roses) are suitable for exuberance.

 

Advice! If a chain with a pendant is used as decoration, it is recommended to discard the bracelet and replace it with a ring.

By strength

According to this criterion, silver chains are divided as follows:

• Forged - are considered the most reliable. Such products will withstand a pendant or pendant of any weight. Forged chains are often preferred by men, but sometimes the fair sex also chooses such accessories.
• «Church"is also a fairly durable option. They are used primarily for wearing pectoral crosses and icons.
• Hollow - almost weightless models. The durability of such products leaves much to be desired.

By weaving

For men's weaving options include the following:

• Pantsirnoe. An original and unusual option. Men usually prefer the Figaro subspecies.
• Harnesses. This type of weaving is one of the most durable and practical.
• Bismarck. Popular, effective and reliable weaving. The links of the chain with this weaving consist of multidirectional elements connected within the link into a single whole.

For female models Products with the following weaving options include:

• Perlina. Original and delicate chain. The links of such a product are made up of miniature balls.
• Nut. Romantic and openwork option. It is a combination of openwork rings, which in turn are fastened together with shiny and smooth rings.
• Malvina. It is a little reminiscent of the previous version, but products with such weaving have less weight due to the fact that ornate silver “eights” are located between the fragments with a “Nut”-like weaving.

Different castles

On heavy male models, reliable locks such as a carabiner are most often used. Thin and light chains are in most cases fastened using round clasps with a spring, but such locks are not considered a particularly reliable option, since they often fail. In addition to these options, sometimes there are also products with a box clasp (also an unreliable option, since it unfastens much more often than we would like). The most unreliable fasteners are considered to be “figure eight” and screw locks.

Flat and voluminous

Depending on the weaving features, silver chains can be flat or voluminous. Flat decorations This type will harmoniously fit into an elegant business style, giving the image a discreet sophistication.

Chains with volumetric weaving They look very impressive and will perfectly complement evening looks.

Stone inserts

This season they have become very popular female models with decorative inserts. Among the colors, orange and blue are especially popular. And, of course, classic options - white, red and black.

If it appears desire to surprise others something unusual, you can safely purchase a product with semi-precious stones of any of the indicated colors. Fans of discreet elegance will certainly appreciate chains with pearls.

Tips for choosing a chain as a gift

When choosing a female model of such jewelry, it is recommended to take into account that for ladies with short necks it is better to choose long products, and owners of long “swan” necks Short chains, directly under the collar, are suitable.

Important! If you have a chain with a pendant, discard the bracelet and replace it with a ring.

For young girls Something modern would be good, and for older ladies, classic models would be an excellent choice.

Choosing a chain for a man, it should be noted that if such a product is purchased for independent wearing, its length should not be less than 0.5 m. This length is considered universal and is suitable for most men.

For men who are too thin It is recommended to purchase a product of shorter length. The thickness of the chain and the type of weaving are selected according to individual preferences. For tall men with a dense build A good choice would be weighty items with blackening (such jewelry looks more impressive than similar items made from ordinary silver).

A silver chain is a universal decoration. Such an accessory looks appropriate and stylish both in everyday and formal settings. One of the main advantages of such jewelry, undoubtedly, is its reasonable cost, because people with any financial situation can afford to purchase such a product.