CHOKER
The choker is A 14-16-in necklace
whose center pearl lies in the hollow of the throat or just below.
PRINCESS
The 16-20-in. necklace is suitable for enhancers and can slenderize the neck visually. The term and style go with the princess dress, a close fitting style with gores from neck to flaring hemline.
MATINEE
Some women like to wear the 20-26-in. matinee length along with a choker. It's also commonly strung with two hidden clasps so it can be worn as a bracelet and shorter necklace.
OPERA
This 28-36-in. style can be twisted or doubled and held with a clasp to create a multistoried necklace closer to the neck. In the 19th century and early 20th centuries, it was often worn full length with eveningwear.
ROPE
Also referred to as a sautoir, this 40-in. style in worn loosely from the shoulders, usually extending below the waist. Some have a jeweled pendant or tassel at the bottom. In the 19th century, it was often draped over only one shoulder.