Longest beads - from 110 to 115 centimeters are of two kinds. Beads Rope (which means "rope" or "harness") - a long thread, the ends of which are interconnected. Quite often, these beads have clasps, as their length is enough to not only free to put them over the head, but also to wrap several times around the neck. Also, these beads can be tied in a knot.
A characteristic feature of the long beads Lariat (lasso) also having a length of 110-115 centimeters, is that they do not buckle, and the free ends may be decorated with additional decorative elements. These beads can be tied to a node or to wear as wear scarves - folded in half and missed the free ends to form a loop.
Beads Opera (Opera) have a length of 71 to 86 centimeters. They are free enough to be worn over the head, but the presence of the fastener is also possible. Beads themselves are located just below the chest. This type of beads ideally suited to evening dress.
Beads Matinée (morning, before noon time) or Sautoir (necklace) are a length of 50 to 60 centimeters. These beads are almost universal, they can be worn with evening and with business attire. They look great on a monochromatic clothes, but on clothing with buttons - a little lost.
Beads Princesse (princess) length 42-48 inches may look like a string of beads with uniform or be decorated or pendant suspension. Beads Princesse down on his chest, forming a natural oval shape. They are well suited to women who can not boast of a long neck. Due to the elongated position as on the breast such beads visually lengthen the neck.
Short beads Choker («choker" or alternatively "choker") along the length of 35-40 centimeters. They appear as a single string, clasps his neck at the base of the clavicle. These beads look quite modest and can be combined with any clothing wardrobe, not only with evening dresses.
Collar («collar") - the shortest beads. Their total length is 30-33 centimeters. They look like a series of horizontal rows of threads with beads, then there is a fairly wide ring seal around the neck, resembling more a collar, from which it gets its name. These beads are suitable owners of long neck, perfectly combined with low-cut shirts, dresses and blouses. Look good in combination with clothes with bare shoulders.