Types of Pendants - Jewelry Guide

We all love our jewellery, no matter what it is, how big, how small, how expensive or how cheap. We take care of it, we keep it safe and we mix and match so that we can flaunt them as much as possible.

If you are a sincere fashionista, you should have all the knowledge about materials, types, names, stones and everything jewellery related. So as we have already talked about earrings, anklets and rings. You can also buy pendants online. Let’s talk about pendants now:

1. Stainless Steel

These designer pendants as the name suggest are molded out of stainless steel. They are extremely affordable and last long. These can have intricate designs, can be cut out in different shapes, you can easily get them engraved as well. Since it does not oxidize like silver, they are being used as the base to make intricate tribal designs using stones and carvings.

2. Wood

This is an upcoming trend in designer pendants. Wood is being used more and more today; these are exceptionally carved by hand and are becoming the show case for exceptional artisan work. There are different sizes and can be worn with absolutely any outfit.

3. Glass

These are the modern style of pendants and are the most popular right now. Transparent or colored glasses are used in different shapes, sizes and colors. These are very fragile and need a lot of care. This is something that not everyone is comfortable wearing because then you have to constantly be aware of them. One can buy pendants online as well.

4. Shell

This is the designer pendant trend that never goes old. These are a specialty in costal-areas but are being transported all around as well. Made from shells found in the sea, they are being ornamented, chiseled into shapes and even colored to look trendier. But, most of the people prefer the original state of shells, covered with a protective coating

5. Diamond

Diamond is a universal favorite and every woman wants to own every kind of jewellery in it. Diamond pendants are commonly bought and can be based in anything gold, platinum etc., the shapes can vary as well from hearts to keys and butterflies; every shape can be found and bought. They are sometimes combined with different stones just to add color and intricacy to the design made. The size also depends on your budget and your requirements. Solitaire diamond pendants are also made.

6. Gold

It is as simple as the name suggests; gold pendants. These designer pendants are made purely out of gold. The designs vary from place to place and so does the size. In cases of gold, diamond and stuff, your budget also matters. Stones like turquoise, emeralds etc. are also used with gold to make more intricate designs.

7.  Fibers

Designer pendants are being made using fabrics and fibers as well. Things like leather, felt, and thread are being used to make tassel pendants, trinkets and other designs even by mixing most of the fabrics available. These are not very durable and wear off with time, so flaunt them while they last. It is important to look for unique designs when you buy fiber based necklace especially if they are pricier than usual.

It is important to know these types so that you can take proper care of them and not mix them up. Silver is not used much to make pendants as it oxidizes very quickly. Sometimes designer pendants come with the chain attached but now, pendant manufacturers are selling them independently by attaching a loop on the top which makes it easy to fit through any chain hook.

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