# Necklace styles: choker, lariat, bib and layering

> A catalog of necklaces: choker, collar, pendant, lariat, Y-necklace, bib, rivière, sautoir, layering and torc, with indicative lengths.

- Source: https://www.711grados.com/en/necklace-styles/
- Language: en
- Note: This entry was drafted with the help of AI and is pending review by the author.
- Published: 2026-07-25
- Updated: 2026-07-25
- Translation (es): https://www.711grados.com/es/estilos-de-collares/
- Author: Sandra Sánchez
- Site: 711 Grados (https://www.711grados.com/)

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A necklace changes with its length and shape. This catalog gathers the best-known styles. For lengths, see [what length to choose](https://www.711grados.com/en/necklace-length-guide/).

## Close to the neck

- **Choker:** snug, 35 to 41 cm.
- **Collar:** rigid or wide, encircling the neck.
- **[Torc](https://www.711grados.com/en/torcs-and-torques/):** a rigid open ring.

## With a pendant

- **Pendant:** a chain with a piece ([pendants and charms](https://www.711grados.com/en/pendants-and-charms/)).
- **Locket:** with a lid ([medallions](https://www.711grados.com/en/medallions-and-lockets/)).
- **Y-necklace:** a chain with a Y-shaped drop.
- **Rivière:** a continuous line of stones.

## Long and decorative

- **Lariat:** a long chain with no clasp, knotted or draped.
- **Sautoir:** a very long necklace, with a tassel or pendant.
- **Bib:** a wide piece covering the chest.
- **Layering:** several chains of different lengths worn together.

## Choosing

Match the length to the neckline; in layering, alternate thicknesses and keep a common metal.

## See also

- [Necklace](https://www.711grados.com/en/necklace-in-jewelry/)
- [What chain length to choose for a necklace](https://www.711grados.com/en/necklace-length-guide/)
- [Pendants and charms: types, bails and how to choose](https://www.711grados.com/en/pendants-and-charms/)
- [Torcs and torques: the rigid collar of the Celts](https://www.711grados.com/en/torcs-and-torques/)