To make it a bit easier to select the right size of jewelry when shopping online, here's some info on the standard sizes for American women. This mini-guide should give you an idea of what these sizes look like in comparison to each other.
You should also take a look at the tips in one of my recent blog posts on measuring yourself for jewelry.
Necklaces
Choker
- intended to fit closely around the neck
- typically 14 to 16 inches (35.6 to 40.6 cm) for women
- if you measure yourself, measure your neck and add 1.5 to 2.5 inches (3.8 to 6.4 cm)
Princess Length
- typically 17 to 19 inches (43.2 to 48.3 cm) for women
Matinee Length
- typically 20 to 24 inches (35.6 to 40.6 cm) for women
Opera Length
- typically 30 to 36 inches (35.6 to 40.6 cm) for women
- drape beyond the bust line
Lariat
- typically 37 to 50 inches (94 to 127 cm) for women
Other Jewelry
Bracelet
Anklet
Bracelet
- typically 6.5 to 8 inches (16.5 to 20 cm) for women with 7 inches (17.8 cm) being the most common
- typically 9 to 11 inches (22.9 to 28 cm) for women with 10 inches (25.4 cm) being the most common
- designed to be worn around the ankle
