Short necklaces called choker necklaces about 24 inches called matinee and long necklaces termed opera.
Pearl necklace matinee length.
It also complements low plunging necklines.
The matinee length is in between the short and the long pearl strands it s neither here nor there and that s where its charm lies.
The princess necklace is 17 19 inches in length.
Any necklace longer than opera length is typically considered a pearl rope and can be designed to create maximum versatility for the wearer such as one long necklace two layered necklaces or three shorter necklaces when wrapped around the neck multiple times.
Natural cultured imitation pearls.
Classic pearl necklace rice shape good lustre and lacre.
The most common length for pearl necklaces it is well suited for wear with crew and high necklines.
At various times fashion dictates length.
The pearl industry generally divides necklaces into 3 lengths.
Because 18 inches is considered the classic length for pearl necklaces.
Over the 20th and into the 21st century the 18 inch choker remains the most popular necklace.
Matinee strands can vary in length from 20 to 24 inches but the most popular is the 22.