The chain is the heart of a necklace or bracelet. It sets the tone, ensures the drape, and supports the pendant. But with so many different types of links available, how do you make the right choice? Each design, the product of centuries-old craftsmanship, possesses its own unique character.
At La Fille du Sud, we are passionate about jewelry. We created this guide to help you navigate this fascinating world and choose the perfect chain to match your style and project.
Convict Knitwear: Timeless and Versatile
This is THE classic chainmail style par excellence. Inspired by the chains that shackled convicts, it is composed of small, simple, interlocking round or oval links. It is a symbol of simplicity and strength.
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His Style: Discreet, unisex, timeless. It's the perfect backdrop that highlights a pendant without ever stealing the show.
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Ideal for: Necklaces with pendants, christening medals, delicate everyday bracelets. Its "diamond" version, with its polished facets, offers exceptional brilliance.
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Gourmette Knitwear: The Assertive and Bold
Recognizable by its flat, polished and slightly twisted links, the curb chain is a chain with character. It offers a flat drape on the skin and a very noticeable shine.
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His Style: Assertive, powerful, often associated with men's jewelry, but increasingly trendy for women in its finer versions.
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Ideal for: Men's bracelets, necklaces to wear alone (without a pendant), creations with a rock and assertive style.
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Venetian Knitwear: The Modern and Architectural Style
A masterpiece of geometry. Venetian chain links are composed of small, perfectly interlocking cubic links. The result is a chain of great fluidity, with an appearance that is both dense and refined.
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His Style: Minimalist, contemporary, chic. Its brilliance is unique and very modern.
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Ideal for: Designer pendants, choker necklaces, or for layering with other chains. It's a very strong chain despite its fineness.
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Jaseron Knitwear: Authentic and Airy
A true classic of French jewelry. The jaseron chain alternates round links with smaller oval links. It's a charming chain that evokes antique jewelry and traditional craftsmanship.
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His Style: Authentic, chic, slightly vintage. It has a strong visual presence.
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Ideal for: Necklaces with character, long necklaces, or for hanging charms and pendants.
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The Figaro Knitwear: The Original and Rhythmic
The most original of the classic chains. The Figaro is recognized by its unique rhythm, which generally alternates three small round links with a longer oval link.
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His Style: Original, elegant, with a touch of boldness. It's a knit that won't go unnoticed.
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Ideal for: Necklaces and bracelets for men, or for women's creations that are out of the ordinary.
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Conclusion: Express Your Style
As you've probably gathered, choosing a chain is first and foremost a matter of style and personality. Every chain tells a different story. Which one will tell yours? By choosing a chain in With 18-carat gold , you ensure that this story will last a lifetime.