Unlock Your Style: Quick Guide to the Perfect Chain.
CHAIN LENGTH
Choosing the right chain length is essential - whether you're looking to make a bold statement, match a classic style with a timeless pendant, or layer several different styles together.
Your Options Are Endless - Style Without Limits!
- Those looking for a feminine look usually prefer 18-inch chains.
- For a more masculine vibe, consider some of our longer lengths, like 20 to 24-inch chains.
- If you're looking for something that will sit right at your collarbone, many find 16-inch chains to be the perfect length.
- To find your bracelet or anklet chain length, wrap a flexible measuring tape around the area and measure in inches. If you are in between sizes or would like a looser fit, size up. If you do not have a measuring tape, you can use a piece of string, mark it at the overlap and lay flat to measure with a ruler.
Both your height and neck measurement can affect where your chain will lay.
For Example:
- Someone with a large neck may find that their chain lays higher than they expected. Tip: Choose a chain that's a few inches longer, even if it may appear to lay lower on others.
- A person with a short stature orders a chain length based off the models shown, but their 16" chain fits like an 18" chain. Tip: A short stature sometimes also means a shorter torso. Pick a chain one size shorter, even if it looks too short in the photo.
At CASTEL, we love all bodies and strive to represent as many body types as we can. Don't overthink it, just choose what you feel will work! If it doesn't fit exactly right, just reach out and we will adjust the length for you.
CHAIN WIDTH
Here is where your artistic expression can come to life: choosing the width of your chain can drastically change the energy of your whole look!
Wide chains can be bold, loud, masculine, empowering.
Thin chains can be delicate, elegant, feminine, mysterious.
Experiment with different styles and you'll be surprised how easy it is to create your unique look!
A few important things to know if your chain will hold a pendant:
- Make sure your pendant has the proper bail clearance for the width of your chain. This means the opening that the chain will go through must be large enough to fit your chain. To find the bail clearance in any of our products, look in the item description!
- A 1mm chain may not hold up to a heavy pendant. Although it fits through the bail, it's important to consider the strength of your chain.
- When purchasing a pendant and chain to be worn together, please check the box at checkout or leave a note so we can disassemble the chain, add the pendant, and solder the clasp back on if necessary.
Also called a mariner chain, is typically thick and heavy with rounded elongated links broken in half with a bar element.
Feature squared links (rather than the typical round or oval links) and connect to look like a box. The shape of this chain makes it very stable and durable.
Created from perpendicular round or oval links that are exactly the same and connected together. The links of the chain are sometimes filed to create a flatter chain.
The circular links interlock and lie flat close together. It is made from oval or round links that are parallel to another and all the same size.
Originating in Italy and is now worn around the globe. The pattern of this chain is created with two or three round curb links followed by a long oval link.
This chain consists of flat and thin segments of metal. The individual links overlap each other in an intricate manner.
These unique links are small, flat, and reflective, resembling tiny mirrors. These reflective surfaces catch and play with light, giving the necklace a sparkling eye-catching appearance.
These unique links are small, flat, and reflective, resembling tiny mirrors. These reflective surfaces catch and play with light, giving the necklace a sparkling eye-catching appearance.
Features links created from flat or half-round wire. The shape of the links are perpendicular to one another and may be round or oval. The outer edges of the chains are rounded and the inside is usually flat.
Made up by intertwined links that mimic the look of a genuine rope, this intricate chain has a shiny, textured look. The structure creates great durability and strength. These chains vary by the thickness and tightness of the braid or weave.
Sporting a sleek look, it gets its name because of its unique texture and the way it moves. The thin and delicate chain rings fit together tightly to form a flexible tube.
Their unique oval links are twisted together, resembling a braided rope. The design of this chain creates a symmetrical look with the links going in the same direction.
- Self Closing
- Inexpensive
- Lightweight
- Self Closing
- Spring-Loaded
- Secure
- Snap Lock
- Very Secure
- Low Profile
- Very Secure
- Easy to Use
- Release Button
- Secure
- Sturdy Catch
- Cylinder Shape
- Best for Bracelets
- Extra Security
- Closure Reinforced
- Spherical
- Bayonet Closure
- Blends Into Design
- Multiple Strands
- Various Styles
- Slides for Closure
- Lightweight
- Extra Security
- Popular
- Easy to Use
- Powerful Closure
- Versatile Designs
- Bar & Ring
- Simple Closure
- Various Styles
- Tension Clasp
- Versatile
- Simple Design