How To Choose the Right Heavy Curb Chain Length
For the sake of understanding "How to Choose a Chain" we are focusing on the Heavy Curb Chain, a real workhorse for our Locks and one of our most beloved chains in the collection. However, you can apply everything we are laying down here to any of our chains.
Step One: Ask yourself … (spoiler: this is not existential) … how do you like to wear your chains? Something easy to wear every day? 15" is great for a short look, while 16" or 18" will do you well if you like an open shirt kind of look. If you are into wrapping … head into the longer lengths like 22" or even 36".
Step Two: Measure your neck. Being precise is a good idea here. The easiest way to do this is pretty simple: grab a piece of string. Pinch it where you'd like your chain to hit. Then measure the string. Remember, a Lock will extend the length of your chain by at least half an inch.
Step Three: Pick a Lock … to close your chain. This part is fun. All of our Locks are hard-working. Whether Sterling Silver, Gold, Rubber or Platinum, truly, there are no wrong choices and the possibilities of what you can do with a Lock and a chain are endless.
Step Four: Before you make your final decision, be polite and consider your existing jewelry collection. Our jewelry is as much for the things sitting in your jewelry box as it is for you. Once you begin to play, you will see, but our jewelry is specifically designed to interact with our other jewelry, ours and yours.
Step Five: This step is gratuitous. You've done it. Now go play jewelry! As ever, if you have any questions, our team is here to help. info@marlaaaaron.com
FAQ
What are the most popular chain lengths?
15” = If you like your chains "high and tight" this length is for you.
18” = Not only is this a favorite necklace length (good under a collar, good over a tee) it can also wrap around your wrist and worn as a bracelet.
32” = Long and made for maximum play...wrap it around your neck, wrap it around your wrist...we are always amazed at the things people create with this chain.
Does the Heavy Curb Chain work with all the locks?
Essentially, yes, this chain will work with most all of our Locks. But, like many things in life, there are some exceptions. Specifically, this chain will not attach to the loops of our Large Lock, the Mega Lock, and our Large Hand Engraved Heartlock. If you have specific questions, email us at info@marlaaaron.com and we would love to answer them.
How do I decide which length I want without trying it on?
Grab a piece of string and measure it! Be sure to factor in that a Lock will extend the length of your chain by at least half an inch.
Choosing a chain is mostly about two things: length and weight. Both change how a piece sits on the body and how it gets used over time. A curb chain is defined by flattened, interlocking links that lie comfortably against the body. When people ask what a curb chain is, this structure is the answer. Within that definition, there are different types of curb chains, ranging from fine and understated to heavy and substantial. The difference is not just visual. It affects how the chain moves, how it layers, and whether it feels like a foundation or the main event. Chain lengths are equally important. Shorter chain length sizes tend to feel more contained and intentional. Longer chain length sizes offer flexibility. They can be looped, doubled, layered, or closed with a Lock. There is no single correct chain length size. How to choose chain length comes down to how you want the chain to behave once it is on. If you want to see how chain lengths and styles play out across our full offering, our Bracelet and Necklace chains is a good place to look. For jewelry that says something more literally, Personalized Talking Chains offer another way in. And if your focus is the wrist, our Luxury Bracelet Chains narrow the field. A heavy curb chain should feel right when you put it on and still feel right after you live with it. Length and weight do the work. The rest follows.