Silver Necklaces for Women: The Strand of Pearls

One of the loveliest of silver necklaces for women is the strand of pearls. In fact, every woman should have at least one in her jewellery chest.  Silver necklaces with pearls are a classic, and turn even a t-shirt and jeans into a classy look. Moreover, there’s something about the pearl that just oozes femininity: it looks shiny and lustrous on the outside, but really is rather fragile, and requires proper care to avoid becoming scratched.

Besides, pearl and silver necklaces need to be worn to keep their sheen. Fortunately, not only do pearl and silver necklaces never go out of style, but they’re appropriate for women of all ages. In fact, pearl and silver necklace can take you right through from the bloom of youth to your dotage.

Of all the pearl necklaces available, pearl and silver necklaces for women come in variety of styles and lengths, each of which is appropriate for a different occasion and with a different type of outfit. The different styles are defined by length. Here’s a brief summary of the indomitable strand of pearls:

Collar pearl and silver necklaces for women: The collar is defined as being between 25 and 33 centimeters in length, and sits at the base of the neck - classic choker length. It is perhaps the most versatile of the pearl and silver necklaces, as it is perfect for formal or casual wear. Pair it with a scoop-necked little black dress, or with a white blouse and trousers, and you will look regal.

Princess pearl and silver necklaces for women: The princess-length necklace is between 43 and 48 centimeters long – that is, it’s a bit of a longer collar or choker.  This type of pearl and silver necklace is worn more typically for evening wear, as it needs a somewhat more open neckline to accommodate it, but would get “lost” if worn with a blouse or jumper.

Matinee pearl and silver necklaces for women:  These 50-60 cm silver necklaces are named for the matinee showing at the theatre or cinema because they are worn almost exclusively in the daytime, and are appropriate for everyday wear - to the office, to a luncheon, or to a formal tea. Slip them atop your jumper or just under the collar of your blouse, and these silver necklaces will fall gracefully to the top of the bust line. An excellent way to show off all of your assets…

Opera pearl and silver necklaces for women: The opera-length pearl and silver necklace, stretching between 70 and 90 centimeters, is so called because it was initially worn only to the opera. Considered among the more posh silver necklaces for women, the opera-length strand of pearls can be dangled down the front of a dress, or knotted about two-thirds of the way down the chain. Either way, it is bound to help you make a sparkling impression.

Rope pearl and silver necklaces for women: The rope-length designation is assigned to any pearl and silver necklace longer than 90 centimeters. This type of silver necklace was very popular in the “roaring 1920s” - as any glance at a fashion plate of flappers will reveal.  You can wear it, freewheeling, like they did, and let it “flap” to and fro as you walk (or do the Charleston). Or you can wind it round and round to produce a multiple-layer pearl and silver necklace, or even bracelet.

Whichever of these styles you fancy - though of course we think you deserve to have more than one - this “princess” of silver necklaces for women is sure to remain a favorite throughout your life.