| Trends come and trends go, but one trend has | | | | jewelry designs, except that the links are much |
| remained constant for centuries: gold jewelry | | | | bigger. |
| designs. Whether for men or women, worn with a | | | | Fox: Two strands of gold are bound together to |
| pendant or alone, gold pieces add instant oomph | | | | give this chain its braided look. |
| to any ensemble. | | | | Herringbone: This chain is often worn without a |
| Here are the different chain types you will | | | | pendant because there is no need for one! It |
| typically see in gold necklaces: | | | | looks intricately woven and lends a rich, lustrous |
| | | | look to any wardrobe. |
| Bar and Bead: Bar-shaped or round, rectangular | | | | Marine: Oval links with either a bar or a post |
| links are interlinked with golden bead links to make | | | | centered vertically between each link are |
| the bar and bead pattern. This chain type is often | | | | interlinked to make this chain type, which looks |
| used in necklaces that utilize contrasting golds, | | | | just like a standard oval chain except that it's |
| such as white gold and yellow gold. | | | | more intricate-looking. |
| Box: Tiny box-shaped links are connected to | | | | Rolo: Simple but stunning are two words that |
| make the box chain. This chain type is best worn | | | | describe the rolo type. This chain is made of |
| with a pendant. | | | | circular links that are as broad as they are sturdy. |
| Cable: Oval links are connected alternately, giving | | | | Rope: As implied by the name, this chain looks |
| the chain a classic appearance. | | | | just like a rope. It's best worn with a pendant. |
| Curb: Flattened, circular links are connected to | | | | These are only some of the most common |
| make the curb chain. This chain type is best worn | | | | chains you will see in gold jewelry designs. |
| by men. You will often see it in hip hop gold | | | | |