When choosing jewelry, particularly chains, there are several factors to consider. And the main one of these factors is the appearance, which largely depends not only on the metal from which the jewelry is made, but also on the type of weaving of the product. The most popular: weaving “Cardinal”, anchor, “Nonna”, fantasy and others. There are about fifty ways to weave chains.
They differ from each other in the configuration of the links and their location in the planes. For example, in “anchor” weaving the links are located perpendicularly, but in “Cardinal” weaving they are in the same plane.
Weaving "Cardinal"
We take into account the nuances
The weaving of such products consists of connecting chain links together. To choose the most suitable option for such decoration, it is advisable to take into account several important nuances in the process:
- Gender of a person . There are both female and male types of weaving. When purchasing jewelry of this kind, you need to consider who it is intended for.
- Age . Stylish and original models are considered a good option for young people. For older people, it is recommended to purchase conservative and laconic jewelry.
- Wearing method . The weave of the product on which it is planned to wear a pendant or other accessory of this kind in the future should not have excessive dimensions or stand out with an unusual pattern. This is necessary in order to place the main emphasis on the main attribute of the decoration. If you plan to wear the chain as the main decoration, you can safely choose massive options that feature original weaving.
Rombo
With this type of weaving, the chain links are diamond-shaped and located in the same plane. There may be variations in the form of single, double, triple or more weaving.
This type of weaving is generally successful with men due to its strength and overall appearance, but less massive specimens are also popular with women.
What determines the strength of a gold chain?
The strength of such decoration directly depends on the reliability of each link. The more the chain weighs, the more reliable it will be. Products weighing up to 2 g are considered the most vulnerable to damage. Such jewelry must be handled with the utmost care. Solid chains are much stronger than “blown” and hollow ones, but the cost of such accessories is much higher.
Reference! Omega and herringbone chains are considered the least reliable. It is not recommended to twist products of this type, as they can easily become deformed and cannot be repaired.
TOP of the most durable weaves of gold chains
Below are the most common and reliable weaving options for products in this category.
Armor weaving
When using this technology, the links are attached one after another not perpendicularly, but in a single plane.
On both sides, such a decoration looks equally flat. Such products are comfortable to wear, their links do not turn over or twist. Armor weaving looks quite massive and laconic, so it is considered to be a male version of weaving. Chains of this type are often purchased to emphasize financial wealth and respectable status.
Anchor
Products made using this technique are durable and reliable. This species received its name due to its resemblance to a ship's chain.
This weaving is considered to be the classic and most versatile option. Such products are perfect for wearing a cross or a pectoral icon.
Bismarck
One of the most popular options. This is a reliable, strong weave and one of the most difficult to perform.
Weaving "Arab Bismarck"
The chain links are connected in 2, 3 or 4 rows. This weaving is manually adjusted by the jeweler.
Nonna
Very elegant weaving, thanks to which the product can be used as an independent decoration, without a pendant.
The diamond edges of these chains shine brighter than others in the sun. Jewelry made using this technique is equally popular among both women and men.
Rhombus
A universal option that suits both men and women equally well. When making chains, the “double diamond” technology is most often used.
Weaving "Double diamond" or rhombus
When using this technique, the links are connected to each other more than once. Thanks to this feature, such products are particularly durable, since the links seem to “insure” each other.
Cardinal, python
Beautiful, graceful and voluminous weaving. Previously, such jewelry was worn exclusively by men, but nowadays such items are often purchased by women who are attracted by the intricate patterns.
Weaving "Cardinal"
The most popular is the diamond-cut Python.
Python weaving
Love
A typically feminine type of weaving. Chains made using this technology are metal threads consisting of links connected singly. Each link has ends that are turned inward, giving it a heart-shaped shape. This is a light and airy weave that many representatives of the fair sex like.
Advice! To highlight a graceful neck, it is recommended to give preference to shortened models.
Singapore
This type is considered quite durable. The links in such chains are located side by side and twisted in a spiral.
Weaving "Singapore"
Products with such weaving shimmer beautifully while moving, and look great with a variety of pendants.
Tsar
A very reliable and strong type of weaving that combines reliability and a solid appearance. A subspecies of armor weaving. The links are staggered and located in the same plane.
This type of weaving, despite its simplicity, looks beautiful, solid and rich.
With a small volume it is suitable for the female half, with a more substantial weight it has excellent success with men. In the women's version, it goes well with pendants and crosses.
Fastener quality
Losing a gold chain is a rather unpleasant event. But if, when choosing a chain, you pay enough attention to some parameters of the strength of the clasp, this can be avoided.
Springel Castle
This type is used for products with the smallest weight (up to 5 g). The springel lock is considered a more than worthy option for its segment. But it also has one significant drawback. In many cases, the lock ring that connects the clasp to the chain is not sealed and can easily unbend during wear .
It is impossible to repair such a fastener; in this case, you have to replace it with a new one.
Carbine
The most popular option, characterized by a variety of shapes and sizes.
Such clasps are installed on jewelry up to 5 g. Quite a functional type of clasp. The main disadvantage of such a lock is the presence of a steel spring, which often becomes unusable and requires replacement . But this process does not take much time and is affordable.
Hourly
A fairly reliable lock that does not have steel parts.
Such locks are installed mainly on bracelets, and a little less often on chains. The disadvantages include the need to constantly monitor how the lock is fastened.
Box
It is considered a very durable option, especially if it has wire fuses.
Used on heavy products weighing 20 g or more. The service life of such a lock is not dependent on the wear and tear of some parts.
The chain is considered the most versatile piece of jewelry. This accessory is always in fashion. Such jewelry can vary in length, metal or decor, but the type of weaving is considered their key characteristic.
The chain with the omen's cross broke
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Review of fashion chains
Modern gold jewelry is very different from what we were used to buying 20-30 years ago. Fashionable weaves look simple, the need for huge pendants has disappeared, and earrings have completely lost a part of themselves. Today, instead of the usual round earrings, it is customary to choose a semicircle, and the clear geometric shapes have slightly “floated”.
To make the look look stylish and modern, stylists recommend complementing it with accessories and jewelry. But why do fashion reviews never leave out the classic gold chains with pendants that every second woman has?
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✅ Asymmetrical, short, with small folds - skirts that correct the figure
✅ Haircuts that do not decorate adult women
It's simple - such elements have nothing to do with style. It’s high time to replace them with more relevant and modern options. And if someone is looking at the next Bismarck chain right now, don’t rush. Let's try to figure everything out.
Choosing weaving
When choosing a gold chain, the first thing we pay attention to is the weaving. Trendy ones include: ear, diamond, anchor. Obsolete: python, bismarck, nonna, cartier, braids, lace, etc.
The most popular gold chains are those that look simple and do not have complex weaves or additional decorations.
Minimalism and clear forms are in trend. Complex weaves and intersections are a thing of the past. To stylize them, remove the pendants and combine them with current chains.
Length matters
The length of the chain matters. A massive anchor weave or diamond decoration should be short. It is worn with a turtleneck, an unbuttoned shirt, a jacket, a lingerie-style dress and a T-shirt.
A massive gold chain may have additional elements. The most current option is pearls.
Thin chain or layered jewelry comes in long and short styles. In both the first and second cases, they may have additional elements in the form of pendants (about them below). A thin gold chain should also not have a complex weave. We choose something from the current minimalist options. And remember that it is not necessary to take the same bracelet. The fashion for kits is long gone.
Now stylists recommend combining various jewelry that have something in common. For example, they all have geometric weaving or have round elements, they are made according to the “fused gold” principle, and have the same number of threads.
Selecting a pendant
The pendant can be present either on a massive decoration or on a thin chain. In the first case, it is important to give preference to a pendant that matches the style of the weave.
A delicate heart with a diamond cannot look harmonious on an anchor chain more than 1 cm wide. A lock or geometric element will do.
We decorate thin short chains with small flat pendants or voluminous ones. Long - elongated pendants. The trend is for options with a knot, several flat shapes, and letters.
Multilayer gold
Multi-layered gold necklaces continue to be in trend. They can consist of several thin elements, one massive and a couple of additional ones, openwork or with pearls and simple.
The peculiarity of multi-layered gold jewelry is that all tiers are of different lengths. This keeps them from getting confused. Pendants should match each other in style. We do not combine animals and geometry, flowers and symbolism.
