One translation of the French word "pendant" is "during," and I think this is an apt description of the keepsake it hangs, or occurs within, interrupts, a circle with no end.
Length and Type
Gold, silver, pearls, beads pendants come in all shapes, designs and sizes, and add fascination and personality. Below are a few terms you may want to become familiar with when shopping for a necklace:
* '''Bib necklaces''' A necklace of more than three strands of pearls. These are especially popular right now.
* '''Chokers ''' Short and sweet. These should be tight around the neck.
* '''Opera necklaces''' This is a long necklace that rest at the breastbone, though the pendant may hang below that. A sexy addition to an outfit.
* '''Princess necklaces''' A little longer than a choker, these are a classic necklace choice.
* '''Sautoir rope necklaces'''followed lariat trend.
* '''Uniform necklaces''' Refers to beaded and pearl necklaces, and contain pearls of nearly uniform size throughout.
* '''Sharktooth necklaces''' A necklace with a shark tooth attached.
Other materials that would make for a unique and attractive necklace include sea glass, stainless steel, hemp, coral, rhinestone, crystal, silver, lucite, amethyst, ribbon, colored glass, turquoise, tortoise shell whatever you can imagine. You can find anything to express your personality and individuality.
