Chains

The chain is one of the most familiar and loved by many jewelry.. It is worn by both men and women, and even children. It is a self-sufficient decoration or serves as a beautiful addition to the pendant and pendant.

This accessory is worn every day and worn on a special occasion. Despite the external simplicity, there are a huge number of different models of this jewelry. They differ from each other by the material of manufacture, length, width, weaving technique, type of lock, color, and the presence of decorative ornaments.

Chains are divided into male and female. Jewelry for women is distinguished by grace of weaving, delicacy of the picture, rounded links, low weight, and the presence of decorative details. Men's chains are more massive, heavy and angular. There is a completely universal option, which looks equally harmonious on young people and girls.

Chains adorn not only the neck, but also the arms, legs, head and body. They can be used on their own or complemented by a suspension.

As a decorative accessory, the chain can be single, double or triple. Various options for weaving, as well as decorative inserts made of stones, beads, rhinestones, and other metals, add aesthetic appeal to the decoration. Chains can consist of single links or alternate with balls made of the same metal. They can be hollow or solid, flat or three-dimensional. An ornament can consist of one or several interwoven thin chains.

A chain for a pendant or pendant is usually made in a simple, uncomplicated design so as not to switch attention from the main jewelry.

By the type of weaving, chains can be divided into 2 groups:

• simple (with the classic version of weaving);
• complex (with design options for weaving in several rows, using blackening, diamond-cut links, decorative inserts, a combination of metal in different colors).

According to the thickness of the jewelry can be divided into 3 groups:

• thin (with a link thickness of no more than 2-3 mm);
• medium (link thickness 4-5 mm);
• large (link thickness from 6 mm and above).

By the way, quite voluminous chains may not be heavy at all. These are hollow jewelry and they are much cheaper than conventional solid chains. Such chains have a significant drawback - fragility. Link breakage cannot always be fixed and restored.

One of the main criteria for the decorative value of a product is the type of interweaving of the links. The more complex and exquisite weaving, the more expensive and beautiful the decoration looks.

To date, there are several main types of weaving.

Chain links are perpendicular to each other. The classic version, which has several varieties. The links themselves can be made in square or round shape. One of the most durable, durable and practical types of weaving. The links and the spaces between them are easily cleaned if necessary.

It is considered a variety of the first type, although outwardly it differs quite significantly from it. Twisted links visually resemble incomplete eights. They lie in the same plane, and the chain seems almost flat, and polishing further enhances this effect. This type of weaving is particularly sophisticated and elegant. The chain does not twist or cling to the collar of a shirt or blouse. Chains with such weaving are worn by men and women.

A very interesting and original version of double weaving. Inside twisted and large links are smaller. The decoration is very voluminous and, at the same time, airy and light. Most often used to create women's accessories.

The chain made by this version of weaving looks quite massive, so men prefer to wear it. At the same time, the picture does not look heavy and rough, but light and airy. Links consist of several elements closely spaced to each other. Due to this, a monolithic design is visually created. To clean such a decoration is very difficult, this is its drawback.

This option harmoniously combines links that differ from each other in length and shape. Usually, three shortened links go first, then one long and then in the same order. Such weaving has high strength, in addition, it is unpretentious in maintenance. True, the links can sometimes be twisted due to different sizes and shapes.

Weaving got its name for the external similarity of links with pearls. They are made in the form of tiny balls and fastened together by a gold thread. The weave is incredibly beautiful and original, but not very strong and durable.

This weaving consists of flat spaced links. It looks very impressive and catchy. But such chains often cling to hair, clothes and become tangled. This type of weaving is mainly used to create female jewelry.

A very beautiful twisted weave, which is often used to create chains for pendants. The links are twisted in a spiral, so their faces burn and shimmer with every hit of the sun's beam. Simple and strong connection.

The links are decorated in the form of curls that look very much like a shell of a snail.

Small, well-polished links are tightly located next to each other and slightly twisted. Outwardly, such a chain looks almost monolithic and is very similar to snake skin. It is this similarity that gave the name to this kind of weaving.Due to its unusual appearance, this jewelry is worn on its own, without pendants and pendants.

Diamond-shaped weaving, in which the links are located in each other. There are double or triple weaving, depending on the number of links located in each other. A beautiful option, which is often used to create bracelets.

Outwardly resembles an anchor version, only in this case all the links are thinner, wider and flattened. Links are made in square or rectangular form.

Very original weaving, reminiscent of an externally beautiful twisted braid-spikelet. This option is costly, so such chains are quite expensive.

Beautiful, exquisite weaving. Its originality consists in a special way of attaching links located and interconnected in a complex manner.

Outwardly, it resembles a tourniquet when the links jump over each other. This method is more suitable for creating men's accessories.

A very beautiful and feminine version, when each link is twisted in a spiral, forming a rose bud. In addition to purely aesthetic appeal, this weaving method is also characterized by high strength.

Very strong and durable connection, reminiscent of weaving a rope or rope.

A beautiful and feminine option, suitable for the youngest and most romantic girls. The links that make up the chain look very much like hearts.

The classic version of weaving braids from three thin chains.

It is a rather complicated option, in which previously bent links are inserted into each other, forming a beautiful, openwork pattern.

The same weaving may differ in different versions depending on the materials used, their color and metal thickness. The wider the diameter of the metal wire, the more massive and heavier the chain will appear.

Today, a chain is not only a classic necklace. Designers went even further and offered several fashionable and stylish options for decorating the whole body chain. Such an accessory is called body-chain, that is, a chain for the body. It will help emphasize the beauty and rounded bends of certain parts of the body and draw attention to them.

Usually such a chain is worn in the summer, when the body is as open as possible. A gold or silver chain beautifully emphasizes the beauty of a tanned body, effectively contrasting with it.

The most popular option for wearing such jewelry is a chain on a belt. It allows you to focus on a thin, fit waist. It can be worn directly on a naked body or over clothes.

Another interesting option is a chain on the shoulders. Especially if such an ornament is made of several tiny chains scattered on the shoulders, like a shiny web. It looks incredibly impressive and stylish.

Girls who prefer more classic options can use the chain to decorate their ankles or wrists..

One of the trends of the new season is a chain on the head. There are different options for wearing such jewelry and they all have Indian roots. The chain can be one and decorate the parting. There can be several, they can be located in parallel or intertwined. Often chains are additionally decorated with small pendant stones. Such an ornament looks very unusual and is most often used to create an evening or formal hairstyle.

The range of lengths of modern chains is wide enough. There are also very tiny products that are suitable for decorating the wrist or ankle. There are also long chains that are worn on the arm, neck or body in several revolutions.

The most common length option is the “princess”. Its length is from 40 to 50 cm.This length allows the jewelry to easily fit the female or male neck and freely descend into the open collar of the shirt or neckline.

With pendants or pendants they wear chains from 45 to 55 cm long, depending on where the jewelry is located - in the area between the collarbones or on the chest.

Chains longer than 55-60 cm can be worn over the head without unfastening. Such models are worn on clothes without a neckline, for example, on a turtleneck or a closed dress.

With the help of correctly selected product length, you can beautifully beat the advantages and disadvantages of the figure. For example, a short chain focuses on the beautiful neckline, a long chain will draw attention to the luxurious neckline.

To determine the appropriate size, you need to wrap the neck with a thick thread in such a way as you would like the chain to hang. Then round the resulting value to the nearest multiple of five. This will be the right size.

Chains differ from each other not only in material, weaving, width and length, but also in the type of lock.

Among the most common can be distinguished:

• Round. Reliable fastening consisting of a ring with a snap spring.
• Carbine. A loop with a stretched spring slightly set aside. Ideal for massive, heavy jewelry.
• Box. Reminds a box with a bar enclosed in it. This mount is not particularly reliable.
• Magnetic lock. The name speaks for itself, the clasp is made in the form of small magnetic links that are attracted to each other.
• Togl. It is a ring and a crossbar that is inserted inward and rotated across. Not a very reliable option, so most often it is used for jewelry.

Chains can be jewelry or jewelry. Jewelry from the first group is made of precious and semiprecious metals: gold, silver, platinum, ruthenium, iridium, osmium, rhodium. Precious materials are of high quality, strength, durability, excellent aesthetic characteristics.

The quality and purity of the metal confirms the test, which is necessarily put on each product.

The most affordable option is silver jewelry, which in beauty is not inferior to gold products and is often made with a special “gold-colored” coating.

Jewelry gives a huge scope for the embodiment of design fantasies. A chain and other jewelry can be easily made with your own hands from improvised material. Particularly popular were homemade bead chains made of beads, multi-colored stones, rhinestones and other beautiful and shiny materials. The basis of such jewelry is wire, textile or leather laces and shiny threads.

Despite all the variety of modern materials for making jewelry, the most popular color scheme in which chains are made remains unchanged. First of all, it is yellow - the color of gold. The most popular option that suits both men and women. It goes well with different clothes and looks harmonious with other jewelry. By the way, gold can be not only yellow, but also white and red.

More sophisticated silver models have a neutral white color. The black chain looks very unusual and original. Some models are performed in several colors at once, for example, black-and-white or white-yellow chain. DIY jewelry and jewelry are presented in a wider color range.

When choosing a suitable accessory, you need to pay attention to a few points:

1. If the chain is bought with a pendant or pendant, then weaving should be as simple as possible, and the product itself must necessarily be combined in color and style with decorative decoration.
2. The age of a person plays an important role in the selection of jewelry.Young people, as a rule, prefer more original, fantasy weaving and catchy decorations. Mature people tend to concise and conservative models, designed in the classical style.
3. Weaving. The type of weaving has a huge impact on the strength of the decoration. The more tightly arranged the links, the more durable the chain will be.
4. Length. The chain should not be too long. Otherwise, she will get confused and cling to hair and clothes or twist.
5. Quality. Certificate, passport, compliance with standards, test - all these documents and signs must accompany any branded jewelry.

A chain under a pendant or pendant plays the role of a graceful addition to the main decorative ornament. She should unobtrusively emphasize the beauty and elegance of the pendant, and not turn her attention to herself.

A pendant can have a variety of designs, shapes and sizes. It can be an ornament with the zodiac sign, with a crescent, with an angel, with a letter, with a flower, with a heart, with an animal. The chain itself should be so long that the decorative ornament lies freely on the chest, without clinging to clothes.

As for the combination of chains and other jewelry, for example, earrings, bracelets, rings, ideally they should all be made of the same metal, have the same color and similar design. Even if this is not one headset, similar in style jewelry look very harmonious and stylish.

Properly selected jewelry will give any look a finished and elegant look, while a wrong accessory can spoil the impression of even the most beautiful outfit.

For a strict office dress or suit, it is best to choose a classic chain of small length.

Long chains with intricate weaving work well with beautiful, low-necked dresses.

Gold or silver chains of medium length with a laconic pendant or without it are perfect for every day. Weaving should not be too intricate if the decoration is combined with a simple T-shirt or top. Accessories of bizarre shapes are best left for an evening out.

One of the most beautiful and feminine jewelry for an evening dress with an open back is a thin long chain, falling to the back. It can be decorated with a laconic pendant. There can be several chains at once. Then they intertwine with each other and cover the back, like an openwork sparkling mesh.

Underwear chains look perfect in the hot season. They can be worn with summer clothes, bathing suits, decorating them with exposed parts of the body.