What is the difference between necklace and choker?

Necklaces have adorned the necks of many people since ancient times. They can be seen reflected in sculptures, paintings or photographs, being one of the favorite accessories of all time. Over the years, necklaces have changed and evolved depending on the trends of the moment, giving rise to other varieties that we continue to use today, such as chokers, although the common denomination is usually simply a necklace. This has led to a lot of confusion regarding the terms and many do not know exactly how a necklace and a choker are different.

In jewelry slang, any piece worn around the neck is usually called a necklace. This only causes some chaos when other terms are used to assign the different existing types. That is why in this article we will try to correctly differentiate a necklace from a choker so that you can always choose your jewelry with as much information as possible.

What is a necklace?

A necklace is a piece of jewelry to wear around the neck and whose length is 50cm or more, even finding much longer models that hang on the chest, up to the navel or even that go around several times. They can be made of different materials, such as 18-carat gold or sterling silver, and they may or may not have a clasp, but what stands out the most is their chain. Necklaces are available with different chain models: link, smooth, cord, braided...

Although there are many models of necklaces, it is quite common for them to have a pendant, which can be a wide variety of sizes and materials.

Necklaces look great on tall people, enhancing the bust, and are especially beautiful in winter looks worn over clothing (especially with high necks).

What is a choker?

A choker is a jewelry accessory that can also be worn around the neck, but it is very short, above the chest, and sticks to the base. The most common is that they measure around 40cm or 45cm, although there are some cases in which there are 35cm or 50cm, since the type of neck of the person who wears it influences and, sometimes, this implies a different measure so that be perfect.

Like necklaces, a choker can be made of various materials and have a pendant, although in this case it is not strictly necessary (there are many incredible models without them).

Chokers favor people with long, stylized necks. They also complement well looks with a more pronounced neckline.

The difference between a necklace and a choker

Now that what is a necklace and what is a choker is perfectly defined, we can see that the main difference between them is the length. Chokers are shorter and necklaces are longer. Choosing between one or the other will depend on the tastes of the person, although it is also true that both pieces can be combined with the technique of layering necklaces.

It must be taken into account that the function of these jewelry accessories is to stylize and/or highlight one's own features and beauty, combining them with clothing that one likes and that, ultimately, the outfit is balanced and comfortable for the person who wears it. .

At José Luis Joyerías we have a wide catalog of necklaces and chokers, both on our website and in our physical stores. What will be your next favourite?

*This article has been automatically translated.