CHOOSING THE PERFECT NECKLACE FOR EVERY NECKLINE

By Custom Jewellery Designs Hillarys, Perth

Necklaces are more than accessories; they’re storytellers. The right piece can elevate an outfit, highlight your features, and express your personality with effortless elegance. But even the most beautiful necklace can feel “off” if it doesn’t harmonise with your neckline.

This guide breaks down the best necklace styles for every neckline, helping your customers feel confident, stylish, and beautifully put together.

👗 Strapless & Off‑the‑Shoulder

A strapless neckline leaves the collarbones beautifully exposed, creating the perfect stage for a statement.

Best choices:

• Chokers (diamond, pearl, or sleek metal)

• Short collar necklaces

• Bold statement pieces

Why it works:

These styles frame the collarbone and keep the visual focus high, balancing the open space.

Reference insight:

Sky Diamonds notes that strapless styles “give you room to make a statement,” especially with chokers or metallic collars that frame the collarbone (Sky Diamonds, 2025).

🔻 V‑Neck

The V‑neck naturally draws the eye downward, so the necklace should echo that shape.

Best choices:

• Pendants

• Y‑necklaces

• Lariats

• V‑shaped layered chains

Why it works:

Mirroring the neckline elongates the neck and creates a cohesive, elegant line.

Reference insight:

Le Gioie Fine Jewelry recommends pendants and lariats because they “mirror the shape of the neckline and elongate the neck” (Le Gioie, 2025).

🔵 Scoop Neck

Soft, rounded necklines pair beautifully with equally soft necklace shapes.

Best choices:

• Short curved necklaces

• Multi‑strand or bib necklaces

• Rounded pendants

• Layered chains

Why it works:

These pieces fill the open space without overwhelming the neckline’s natural curve.

Reference insight:

Sky Diamonds highlights that scoop necks work best with “short, curved necklaces that echo the neckline” (Sky Diamonds, 2025).

🔲 Square Neck

Square necklines are structured and geometric, so the necklace should complement that clean shape.

Best choices:

• Angular pendants

• Short geometric necklaces

• Layered chains that sit just above the neckline

Why it works:

Straight lines pair well with straight lines, creating a modern, balanced look.

Reference insight:

Le Gioie Fine Jewelry suggests geometric diamond pendants for square necklines to “echo their clean lines” (Le Gioie, 2025).

🧣 High Neck, Turtleneck & Mock Neck

High necklines cover the décolletage, so the necklace should sit over the fabric.

Best choices:

• Long chains

• Opera‑length necklaces

• Rope or lariat styles

• Bold pendants

Why it works:

Long pieces elongate the torso and add visual interest to an otherwise covered area.

Reference insight:

Sky Diamonds notes that opera lengths (28–34 inches) “draw the eye down” and balance the heaviness of high collars (Sky Diamonds, 2025).

👚 Crew Neck

A crew neck is simple and round, making it a perfect canvas for layered or textured necklaces.

Best choices:

• Bib necklaces

• Riviere collars

• Layered chains

• Gemstone accents

Why it works:

These styles add depth and dimension to a plain neckline.

Reference insight:

Sky Diamonds recommends starting with a slim base chain and layering upward to “add movement and character” (Sky Diamonds, 2025).

🪶 Halter & One‑Shoulder

These asymmetrical or high‑impact necklines already make a statement.

Best choices:

• Skip the necklace

• Choose bold earrings instead

• Or wear a delicate, minimal chain if the neckline allows

Why it works:

Necklaces often compete with the asymmetry, so earrings or bracelets become the stars.

Reference insight:

Le Gioie Fine Jewelry advises skipping necklaces for halter and one‑shoulder styles to avoid clashing with the neckline’s shape (Le Gioie, 2025).

👔 Collared Shirts (Button‑Downs)

A collared shirt is crisp and structured, so the necklace should complement—not compete with—the collar.

Best choices:

• Chokers

• Collar necklaces

• Short pendants tucked inside the collar

Why it works:

Short pieces add interest without interfering with the shirt’s clean lines.

Reference insight:

Aurricka’s 2026 guide recommends chokers for collared necklines because they “add depth without overpowering the look” (Aurricka, 2026).

💎 Final Thoughts

Pairing the right necklace with the right neckline isn’t about rules—it’s about balance, harmony, and personal expression. At Custom Jewellery Designs in Hillarys, Perth, we help customers choose pieces that not only suit their outfits but also reflect their individuality.

Whether it’s a bespoke pendant, a diamond choker, or a layered chain set, the perfect necklace is waiting to complete the look.