Gold chains, as jewelry, are incredibly popular and in high demand. A particularly obvious rush is observed in the summer season, when representatives of the fair sex strive to decorate the neck and décolleté area. A gold chain complements a summer look, emphasizes status, and adds a touch of luxury, especially if it has a pendant with a precious stone. Depending on the size of the links, their thickness, and the method of weaving, the chain can be light and airy, or heavy and massive.
Anchor weaving
The anchor type of link connection is considered the most popular and easiest to implement. The weave is borrowed from the marine technique of rope tying and is a “ring + ring” type connection. A large number of variations have been developed based on the classic compound. Anchor weaving can involve links of different sizes and shapes, which form from one to several rows. Composite elements can be rotated along or against each other's axis.
Anchor weaving is often found in gold items. Chains go well with pendants and pendants. The “Cartier” type refers to a type of anchor connection. The links have different sizes, are combined into groups of 3-8 pieces, each group is connected to the previous one with a separate oval-shaped link.
In “ribbon” or “knitted” weaving, the links are thick, massive, and tightly connected to each other. Visually, the decoration resembles a gold ribbon. This type of product will suit a business suit or a formal dress.
The garibaldi weave is named after the Italian hero-liberator. It looks heavy, suitable for masculine looks.
“Giotto” is the strongest connection, which, even if one of the links accidentally breaks, will not completely collapse or be lost. In Russia, this connection is called “curtains”. The links are thin in cross section and have the shape of rings. A group of several rings is connected by another group of rings, which is located in a different plane. The “giotto” chain looks modern and the ex is a classic anchor weave, which has a jumper in the middle of the links.
Gold necklace with other stones: topaz, garnets and sapphires
Necklace with gold topaz – with semi-precious stones from the category of island aluminum silicates. The color range of topaz varies significantly - from brown to light blue, pink, orange (reddish). But most often topaz is colorless. Occasionally you can observe polychrome, when several contrasting colors are combined in one crystal. Our ancestors believed that topaz protects against the evil eye and damage, heals mental illnesses, calms, relieves fears, and restores the functioning of the stomach and liver.
Necklace with gold garnet - a noble mineral whose color covers almost the entire spectrum of the rainbow (with the exception of the blue tone). There are stones of rich red, green, brown or cherry, orange and other shades. A necklace with garnets made of gold (as well as a diamond one) sparkles and shines beautifully. In some countries, it is worn by unmarried girls in order to attract female happiness and find a reliable, loving husband.
Necklace made of gold with sapphires - valuable, traditionally blue (blue) minerals of the highest class. Natural formations are extremely rare and expensive. The quality of sapphires is determined by two pairs of criteria - purity (transparency), color, cut, weight. This stone strengthens the spirit and testifies to the moral elevation of the owner. In the old days it was believed that it cured heart disease.
Gold alloy in combination with expensive minerals provides excellent soil for creating jewelry masterpieces. The materials emphasize the charm of each other, so models made from them are always in demand.
A white gold necklace with diamonds or other stones is a present worthy of a real princess. A simple gold necklace will cause no less delight in a girl. This is a great gift idea if a gentleman wants to make a pleasant surprise or proposal to his beloved.
Armor weaving
The technology for making armored joints is similar to knitting chain mail. The links are connected to each other in the same plane, both sides are ground to prevent twisting. This type of fastening is considered the most reliable.
This type has varieties. “Figaro” is a group of identical links connected by a larger link. There are products in which the “figaro” is made with the inclusion of links from different materials, for example, two-component chains made of white and yellow gold.
Among the female half of humanity, chains with armored weaving of the “Cobra” type are popular. The decoration is hollow and consists of tightly compressed parts. The chain twists interestingly, reminiscent of a snake. You can find voluminous jewelry, and, conversely, thin, incredibly graceful ones.
"Nona" is the most elegant embodiment of the armored compound. One group of links consists of two elongated ovals of different sizes. The large oval of the next group is connected to the small oval, which in turn is intertwined with the large one from the previous group. The product is made manually or by machine. The weave looks very smooth, plays beautifully in the sun, and attracts attention. Young girls love such chains, and mature ladies complement the decoration with a pendant with a precious stone.
“Persian” weaving is a type of chain mail, consisting of large round links, often two-color.
Figure-8 shaped links make armor weaving even more interesting. Spraying the elements will create a beautiful iridescence. The Turtle connection is interesting, but not practical. The links cling to hair and clothing, creating inconvenience to wear.
“Love” looks like a subtype of chain mail and has the shape of “heart” links. The chain is weightless, light, appears like a gold thread, ideal for little fashionistas and teenage girls. The product does not twist and does not cling to hair. “Fox tail” has flat edges in its structure, connected “link to link”. The product shimmers beautifully in the sunlight. This species has its roots in the distant past, in the Bronze Age. All links of the product are laid in one plane, which gives it sophisticated elegance.
Gold necklace models without stones
Lovers of minimalism like jewelry made from one material - without additional decorative elements or dilutions. A gold necklace without stones will highlight the beauty of its owner. In addition, it will turn out to be a more profitable option than a similar one with stones (for original products it is customary to use precious and semi-precious stones, and their prices, as is known, are not loyal).
Manufacturers use white or yellow alloy. Various models of gold necklaces are presented in the photo below:
The models differ from each other in style, massiveness, number of curls, etc. In aesthetic terms, the first place comes from the ornament and size (weight) of the jewelry, made exclusively of gold. Today, jewelry products are made using the most daring, creative techniques. When choosing jewelry, you need to take into account the color type of your appearance, the coloristic features of the wardrobe items with which you plan to combine the jewelry.
Singapore for romantics
Singapore weave looks feminine and suits girls of all ages.
Ring-shaped links form the product, twist beautifully, creating shine and shimmer of the sun on the neck. This is the most romantic option of all the chains. Thin chains are complemented with a cross or a small pendant; a thick chain looks self-sufficient without additional elements.
You need to choose a pendant for a twisted chain wisely and try it on right at the time of purchase in a jewelry store. A large, heavy pendant will pull back the chain and cause it to break. A light pendant will flutter along the entire length of the product, creating the effect of untidiness. Singapore chains are ideal for everyday wear and complement your look with romance and grace.
Necklace in white and yellow gold with diamonds and pearls
A gold necklace with stones is very popular among the fair half of humanity. This is a rational solution for a festive evening, which will allow you to be confident and look like the queen of the celebration.
Jewelry is decorated with various types of stones, but the most popular are the following jewelry:
- Necklace made of gold with diamonds – faceted, high-quality polished diamonds. By giving it a special shape, this highly durable material sparkles and shimmers with all the colors of the rainbow. However, the cost of gems is high, which is considered their only drawback. In jewelry, both large diamonds and their small particles are used. Diamonds relieve self-doubt, anxiety, suspiciousness, they give mental and physical strength.
The women's diamond necklace made of gold in the presented photo looks no less attractive than in reality:
- Necklace with pearls made of gold - a solid natural formation of a round or indefinite shape. Pearls are extracted from the shells of certain species of mollusks living in the sea or river. These minerals are considered precious; they successfully emphasize the elegance of a gold item; they are white (with a pinkish, milky tint) or black. In ancient times, women wore beautiful mother-of-pearl pearls to preserve youth and beauty, protect against adultery, and restore the health of internal organs.
Pharaoh, echo of Ancient Egypt
This type of connection has been known since the reign of Pharaoh Tutankhamun. On his mummy in the tomb, archaeologists found a decoration with an interesting weave. The “Pharaoh” chain consists of links located in longitudinal and transverse planes. The rings create an openwork look; between them there is an empty space filled with air. The product looks voluminous and is suitable for respectable men and mature ladies. The “Pharaoh” connection is considered the most resistant to abrasion and has a long service life.
Bismarck
The name of the weaving comes from the name of the famous German Chancellor Otto von Bismarck, known for his unbending “iron” character, firmness in decision-making and self-confidence. All these qualities are embodied in such a popular type of weaving of gold chains as Bismarck. This type combines both strength and wear resistance, includes several rows of weaving and looks quite massive.
Due to its massiveness, this type of weaving was invented for gold products weighing from 100 grams of gold and includes numerous designs, such as “Moscow”, “Triple”, “Python” and others, about 15 varieties in total.
A gold chain with such weaving is made from many springy gold spirals with a diameter of gold wire from 0.3 to 1.4 mm, which are connected in pairs and compressed using a special press. The technique, which allows the jeweler to place the links of a gold chain close to each other when weaving, is also called cardinal or kaiser.
This type of weaving gold chains is suitable for both men and women. It goes well with both evening dresses and business suits, provided that the decoration is not overly massive.
Perlina
Perlina weaving looks unusual. The links are made in the form of gold “balls” or “barrels”. The decoration subtly emphasizes individuality; young girls love it. Such products are not particularly popular. This may be due to their recent invention. In addition, the decoration is short-lived. The cable connecting the “balls” and “barrels” quickly breaks down and bends, and repair is very difficult.
The “pearlin” option - a choker is well suited for beautiful owners of a long and thin neck.
Gold chains are beautiful in different weaves.
It is important to choose a product “for yourself” so that it emphasizes your image and status.
Fashionable earrings – 2022
If you were interested in what earrings are fashionable in 2022, then you probably noticed that long and asymmetrical items are trending. As in other jewelry, earrings contain floral motifs, pearls, natural stones and crystals.
What I would advise you to pay attention to:
- extremely long earrings, including those in the form of thin chains, regular or rhinestone, with large pendants made of crystals and nuggets, as well as so-called chandelier earrings;
- earrings in the shape of flowers, butterflies, fancy plants, even fruits and vegetables, that is, reminiscent of nature;
- pendants in the form of logos;
- earrings with pendants in the shape of rings, half rings, spheres and hemispheres;
- various geometric shapes;
- earrings with pearls.
Jewelry with tassels and fringes, as well as cuffs, are still relevant.
