A Man’s Guide To Wearing Necklaces

Men's Necklace Style 

#1 Dog Tags

 Actual military tags usually list the wearer's name and medical information plus their rank and religious preference sometimes.  Decorative takes on the style often replace this text with an image or raised design

Men's Necklace Style 

#2 Chains

Plain, unornamented chains of metal are classic male jewelry. They can create any number of looks depending on the metal, chain length, style of links and method of fastening them. 

Men's Necklace Style 

#3 Religious Emblems

The various necklaces that denote religious affiliation or are tied to faith are also worth including. Some are required/encouraged by specific faiths or sects while others are personal displays of belief. Most will be of the pendant style. 

Men's Necklace Style 

#4 Pendants

It's an incredibly broad term, but a pendant-style necklace basically just means a single ornament on a long, thin chain or cord. These are common, popular and versatile. The ornament can be anything from a shaped jewel to a tiny vial or scroll case.

Men's Necklace Style 

#5 Chokers

A choker is a thick, solid band around the neck that doesn't hang down, often broken with ornaments or designs at regular intervals. Dog collars are a style of choker; so are the woven hemp necklaces popular in surfer and hippie culture.

How Do Men Wear Necklaces

Materials For Necklaces

Here's how some of the most common items will affect your outfits: Precious metals, Steel ball chains, Leather thongs, Hemp and rope cord,  Ribbons or colored cords

How Do Men Wear Necklaces

The Best Chain Length For Men?

- Short, choker-style can be worn with just about anything, short of a suit and tie.  Medium-length chains works best with an open shirt collar, or with a non-turndown collar like T-shirts. - Long chains or cords  can only be worn outside very casual outfits