Crystal Necklaces

There’s nothing quite like a crystal to capture and reflect light, even in the darkest party hall. As such, crystal jewellery is exceptionally popular – and one of the best ways to show off your neckline is with a dazzling crystal necklace.

The big dog in the world of crystal design is Swarovski, a company founded in the late 1800s by Bohemian jeweller Daniel Swarovski. The company crafts virtually everything you could imagine by combining simple raw materials with an evolving technical process for cutting, shaping and polishing. One of the most popular Swarovski items is their necklaces – some of which are crafted from intricate strings of crystals to form a shape, others are simple pendants.

When you’re looking for a crystal necklace online, it is important to consider the occasion the piece will be worn for – often, ornate designs aren’t practical for daily wear because they dangle or may snag on the clothing. Also, when shopping online or your crystal necklace, be sure to get an accurate neck measurement for the wearer – many crystal necklaces are constructed without much flexibility, and the length is often fixed so you wouldn’t be able to adjust it later.

On the other hand, if you’re looking for a crystal pendant online, be aware of the piece’s weight – you’ll need to purchase a chain that is strong enough to carry the crystal pendant you’ve chosen, as well as appropriately designed to compliment the delicate nature of crystal design work. Most online merchants will be able to recommend a suitable chain or cord for wearing the crystal you’re buying. Another popular way crystals are used in necklaces is as beads – when strung together on fine wire or string, there is little more eye-catching than a collection of crystals.

Because crystals naturally occur in a whole rainbow of colours, it is fairly easy to coordinate crystal jewellery with your wardrobe. If you’ve found an online jewellery designer who works with crystals and makes the type of jewellery you like, but the colour you’re after isn’t on their site, just ask – many online merchants have additional stock they’re not displaying, and others are happy to customise their crystal jewellery to suit your taste.