Gold pendant is a refined jewelry that will never lose its relevance. What form to choose, what chain will fit it and with what to combine a favorite adornment? Let's find out together!
Types of pendants
Today, in the assortment of any jewelry store you can find many types and models of gold pendants for women. First of all, they are divided by purpose, then by form. The most popular are various suspensions. They differ from the pendant in that they can be worn anywhere - on a bracelet located on the arm or leg, on the key ring, on the bag, and, of course, on the neck.
On one chain or a bracelet you can hang several pendants at once, and the pendant is usually worn alone.
The forms of pendants are various, they are geometric, in the form of hearts, letters, animals, flowers, plants of abstract fantasy form. Usually, the decoration is selected according to the style, so that it is combined with the wardrobe and other accessories.
Popular children's pendants with the image of little animals, cartoon characters, comic book characters. Decorations with colored inserts, covered with bright enamel, like young fashionable women.
Medallions are opening pendants, inside which most often put a photo of a dear person.
Finally, all pendants are divided into two categories - with and without inserts. With the second category, everything is clear - it is a suspension of any shape, made of gold, and we will take a closer look at the first one.
An overview of models with stones
For a start it is worth noting that gold is of several types, its color speaks volumes. In nature, there is only the most popular - yellow, various shades are obtained using various impurities. Pink and red are obtained by adding copper. To get white, silver is added to the alloy and coated with rhodium. Of all types of gold, this is the most durable.
With a diamond
The emperor is among gems, a versatile stone that suits girls with any type of appearance.
It is believed that diamond jewelry should be won or received as a gift, only then it will give its owner a positive energy. Buy it - to become the owner of the "empty" stone. Therefore, a pendant with diamonds is a great idea for a gift to a loved one.
With topaz
It happens in different shades, the most popular are blue and green. Topaz on the neck is believed to be able to cure diseases of the throat and chest. The stone has a female energy, so it also helps to prolong youth and beauty.
With emerald
The stone is green, the cost of which depends on the saturation of the hue. It is considered the most mysterious and noble among all gems. He is credited with disinfecting properties, it is not for nothing that kings put a stone in a glass of wine if they were afraid of poisoning.
Today it is called a stone that helps preserve love, so it is suitable for a gift to your loved one.
With sapphire
Traditionally, it is a dark blue transparent stone. However, today there are other colors that are less popular. Sapphire has soothing, relaxing and pacifying properties, so it is often used to treat mental illness.It is suitable for violent, active individuals who want to curb their temper.
A pendant with this stone is an ideal solution, since it is believed that it should be worn around the neck in a gold-cut.
With ruby
The stone of all shades of red, sometimes with an admixture of violet, is one of the strongest minerals. An aggressive stone that empowers its owner with strength and courage.
It is best suited for people carrying risky professions - in the modern world they are firefighters, climbers, rescuers. Also, the ruby can be worn by those who love active sports - skiing, snowboarding, surfing, jumping with a parachute and just travel a lot.
With pearls
It is called "frozen moonlight", this stone is an excellent companion for water signs - Pisces and Cancers. It symbolizes purity, truthfulness of thoughts and actions.
With pomegranate
Red stone, which is ideal for creative people, is also a symbol of love. It is believed that a grenade around the neck helps to treat lung and throat diseases.
With amber
"Solar" stone, which symbolizes health, strength and beauty. This is the strongest amulet that protects its owner in everything.
Symbolic meaning
For many people, the pendant that they wear around their neck has a special meaning. Highlight some of the most popular categories:
- Religious. For believers, they do not serve as decoration, but as a talisman, a talisman, a symbol of their faith, which protects and clears the mind from evil thoughts. For example, for Christians it is a cross, a guardian angel or an icon, and Muslims wear a crescent with a star or surah on their necks (text fragments from the Koran).
- Astrological. Symbols of the Zodiac, which also perform not only aesthetic, but also a spiritual function. For many, they serve as charms that bring good luck.
- Romantic. Decorations in the form of hearts, keys, birds, angel wings and various inscriptions look very touching and serve as an excellent gift to your loved one.
- Paired. These pendants consist of two halves. They do not always belong to the romantic, because there are not only for lovers, but also for friends or sisters. You can find halves of the heart, yin-yang, puzzle pieces and much more.
- For good luck. For each person it may be something of their own, but the generally accepted symbol is considered to be a horseshoe, four-leaf clover, the tail of a whale and a hamsa (the hand of Fatima).
Style is important: basic directions and forms
Elegant
Refined small pendants decorated with precious stones and sophisticated decorative elements - curls, lace, flowers. Suitable for girls who adhere to the same style of dress, suitable for a business image.
In the style of minimalism
Now such pendants are in fashion, they can be of any shape, most often an abstract-geometric, but at the same time they are made in a very modest style. No curls, flowers and shiny stones - that is, nothing superfluous.
Asymmetry and geometry
These include round and oval-shaped models, drop-shaped, triangular, square, consisting of several geometric figures at the same time. They differ from minimalist pendants in that they are not always designed in this style. They can be decorated with inserts, covered with enamel - it can even be a frankly screaming decoration that will not easily fit into your wardrobe.
Letters and words
Pendants in the form of the first letter of the name never went out of fashion. And last season, designers again returned to the fashion pendants with inscriptions. The most popular, of course, are the names, the same decoration wore the main character of the popular TV series - Kerry Bradshaw. There are other inscriptions that carry a certain meaning: Love, Happy, Pease, Lucky.
In oriental style
Oriental style is a luxury, color, a riot of colors, fancy ornaments and an abundance of precious stones. For a long time, hieroglyphic pendants were in fashion; images of a dragon, a crescent, or the sun are relevant today.
Floristic
Pendants inspired by flora are diverse. These can be flowers and leaves, fruits (fruits and even vegetables), trees. They have always been in fashion and never lose their relevance.
Animalistic
Pendants with the image of animals - another popular topic that is relevant at all times. Most often, girls choose pendants with the image of a dolphin, turtle, fish, butterflies, horses, lizards.
True, modern jewelers delight us with more unusual decorations, for example, in the form of an owl, zebra, penguin, panda. Each will be able to choose a pendant to your liking.
Correctly select the chain
To wear a pendant, it is important that the chain bends in all directions, and the suspension can move freely along it. Therefore, of all the variety of weaving, it is better to give preference to twisted, anchor or armored - they will withstand even heavy pendants. Adhering to this principle, it is better to abandon the wide chains with dense weaving. Such a chain will look ponderous, almost motionless lying on your chest. It is beautiful if the pendant moves freely, and the chain sways while moving.
Professionals are advised to first buy a chain, but if you already have the pendant, pick up a chain for it in a weight ratio of 1: 1.
Many prefer rubber cords. They come in different lengths, with or without gold inserts - only with a golden lock. Their main advantage is low cost, but it is important to consider that they do not fit all pendants. If you have a sophisticated decoration in the form of a flower or a delicate pattern, it is better to wear it on a chain. But rubber is ideal for a pendant of geometric shape.
This season, elegant pendants on an invisible line came into vogue. These are tiny pebbles-crystals, which in combination with transparent fishing line look very impressive. Of course, it is not worth wearing a heavy and rough pendant on it.
What is the suspension combined with?
Pendants, depending on their style and shape, are combined with any clothes. It all depends on the situation. At work, you can wear a shirt, blouse or turtleneck. Win-win is a decoration of a geometric or abstract shape, decorated with a classic pearl or diamond.
If you wear a cross or pendant with the sign of the Zodiac, it is better to hide it under clothes - this is too personal.
For an evening out fit an evening dress with a deep neckline, overalls, Romer or pantsuit and a blouse with a deep neckline. This outfit can be supplemented with a spectacular pendant with a scattering of precious stones.
Any clothes that you prefer will be suitable for meeting with friends and for relaxing. If it is a shirt, jeans and sneakers, choose a discreet decoration in the style of minimalism. Putting on a dress or a sundress, complement the image with a pendant with a cat or a flower.
For a date pick up a beautiful romantic dress skirt with a blouse. Decorate the outfit with a pendant in the form of a heart or key - so you will show your chosen one that you are ready for a new relationship.
