1. Pearl Collar Necklaces — 12 to 13 inches long

Pearl collars are usually made up of three or more pearl strands and lie snugly on the middle of the neck. Very Victorian and luxurious, pearl collars go best with elegant V-neck, boat neck or off the shoulder fashions.

 2. Pearl Choker Necklaces — 14 to 16 inches long

A pearl choker is perhaps the most classic and yet versatile of all the single strand pearl lengths. A simple pearl choker can go with virtually any outfit from casual to fancy evening wear, and just about any neckline imaginable. A 16 inch pearl choker necklace is the most popular length for pearl necklaces. See our Akoya Choker Length Pearl Necklaces.

3. Pearl Princess Necklaces — 17 to 19 inches long

The princess length pearl necklace is best suited for crew and high necklines. It also compliments low plunging necklines. It's perfect support for a pendant or pearl enhancer. An 18 inches pearl princess necklaces is the second most popular length for pearl necklaces. See our Akoya Pearl Princess Length Necklaces. Wealso have 18-inch Tahitian and Southsea Pearl Necklaces.

4. Pearl Matinee Necklaces — 20 to 24 inches long

Longer than the pearl princess necklace, and just a bit shorter than an opera length pearl necklace, the matinee pearl necklace is the right choice for casual or business dress. See our 20-inch Matinee and 24-inch Matinee Pearl Necklaces

5. Pearl Opera Necklaces — 28 to 34 inches long

The pearl opera necklace is the queen of all lengths. When worn as a single pearl strand, it is refined and perfect for high or crew necklines. When doubled upon itself, it serves as a versatile two strand pearl choker. See our Opera and Rope Length Pearl Necklaces.

6. Pearl Rope Necklaces — Over 45 inches long

Dripping with elegance and sensuously sexy, the pearl rope was a favorite of Coco Chanel. For those looking for the complete pearl wardrobe, this length is a must. Pearl Oasis can make a "convertible" pearl rope necklace that allows you to change from rope length to a shorter necklace and bracelet. See our Opera and Rope Length Pearl Necklaces.