Pendant Styles Explained

Introduction

A pendant is the most personal piece in a jewellery collection. The style you choose, and how you wear it, sets the tone for everything layered around it.

Name and letter pendants

Names, initials and short words are the classic choice. Script lettering feels traditional; block lettering reads from further away.

Number pendants

Numbers mark something specific: a jersey, a year, an area code. They work well at a smaller size on a shorter chain.

Symbol pendants

Crosses, crowns and other symbols carry their own meaning. They pair easily with a name pendant on a second chain.

Custom pendants

A custom piece is designed from a logo, a drawing or an idea. Detail matters most here: clean edges and evenly set stones are what make a custom piece look finished.

Choosing a chain

Match the chain to the weight of the pendant. A heavier pendant needs a sturdier chain and bail, and usually sits best at 20 to 24 inches.