Neck to Neck

How to choose a Necklace to match your gown's Neckline.

No matter how beautiful a necklace is, if it's not well matched to your gown's neckline, it may not look quite right.

The neckline of your gown will be the main determination as to which style of necklace will look best.

So here's a guide to the type of necklaces that compliments the different type of necklines.


STRAPLESS
With this neckline, the options are endless! To accentuate the shoulder, wear a choker or round necklace.
The only thing to remember is to keep your necklace under 18 inches so that you don't clutter the neckline.
Necklace top choices :

• Choker
• Lariat
• Multiple layers
• Y-style
• Pendant
• Princess length

SWEETHEART
A sweetheart neckline may or may not be strapless and the same rule for a strapless gown applies to sweetheart gowns.
Since the sweetheart neckline dips in the middle of the chest, you are able to wear a necklace that echo this design detail.
Necklace top choices :

• Choker
• Princess
• Y-drop
• Pendant
• Lariat

SQUARE
The square neckline really draws attention to your neck.
Chokers are particularly flattering - contemplate a multi-strand choker.
In addition to the choker, the single and double strand necklace styles also compliment this style nicely.
A necklace with one or more short drops would go well too.
Necklace top choices :

• Choker
• Princess

V-NECK
The trick with a V-neck is to follow the shape of the neckline and draw attention to your cleavage.
A Y-style necklace or a pendant style necklace will be my first recommendation.
A single or double strand necklace or a choker style necklace will work just as well.
Necklace top choices :

• Y-drop
• Pendant
• Choker

SCOOP
Almost any style of necklace that fits close to the neckline will flatter.
A round necklace is recommended for this neckline as it mirrors the scoop neckline.
The first choice to wear with this style of gown is a multiple strand necklace which accent the scoop neckline very well.
A single or double strands are also good choices as well as the choker style.
Necklace top choices :

• Princess
• Chokers

ASYMMETRIC
With this neckline, you do not want a necklace. Add fabulous earrings, a bracelet and a tiara for a great look!




PORTRAIT OR OFF-THE-SHOULDER
Accessorise this neckline with a necklace style that are close to the neck. Choker is especially flattering.
Necklace top choices :

• Choker
• Multiple layers
• Pendant
• Princess length

HALTER
The design of this halter neck gown does not really suit a necklace.
The best combination is a chunky bracelet, chandelier earrings and hair accessories - this look is very glamourous and flattering to the halter style.




BATEAU / BOAT NECK
This neckline calls for a simple necklace of one or two strands worn close to the throat.
Necklace top choices :

• Choker / collars with or without a pendant
• Princess

(illustrations by Donna)