Men’s chains have always been popular from the disco era of the seventies to the hip hop era of big dookie gold chains. Classic links like mens curb link chains, mens 14k rope chains, men’s Gucci chains and mens figaro chains to name a few. Mens gold chains in these basic links have always been worn by themselves or with pendants or dog tags attached. Mens chain links are now more popular in white gold than in yellow and there has been some movement away from these basic gold chains for men to more streamlined links like the modified box links that David Yurman uses. These type of links are more cylindrical and move about the neck more freely rather than sitting flat like a figaro does.

Other popular chains for men include bizantine. This has always been a masculine chain. It’s square profile and limited flexibility has made it a great men chain to wear by itself. It’s a little stiff but has great body and lays in a nice loop without flopping all over the place like regular chain links do. It’s also great for pendants though the pendant should be an attention grabber because the business of the bizantine’s link structure can take away from the impact of dog tag or pendant that is small and has muted styling.

Rope and the more popular diamond cut rope chain is a classic in all guages. It is masculine yet subtle enough for charms and dog tags that are not very loud. Simple dog tags look great on rope chain. The big dookie hollow rope chains are out and have been out for a long time. They do look rather stupid. Silver chains for men are now the big thing because the price of gold is so high. Diamond cut rope chains that are rhodiumed look a lot like white gold till you actually hold them in your hand and then the weight gives it away.

Mens silver chain like the solid rolo is a great all purpose mens necklace. It is flexible and doesn’t catch on chest hair like the bizantine and rope can. It also cannot be broken by bending because it is a link chain. It is more masculine in the larger gauges and simple in style so it doesn’t overwhelm the charm or dog tag that is being showcased. other mens silver chains like the round wheat and the cable are great looking chains for hanging any pendant. The styles are both understated yet they can be worn by themselves and still look good. The great thing about sterling silver mens chains is that you will never have to resort to a hollow version of your favourite link because the solid gold necklaces are too pricey. Sterling Silver is inexpensive enough that large gauge wheat, rope and rolo style mens necklaces can still be bought at reasonable prices in the $200 to $400 range.

Titanium mens chains and stainless steel mens chains necklaces and even bracelets have become popular alternatives to white gold necklaces for men. Sometimes the bright, off white  look of silver doesn’t seem masculine enough and so many men end up purchasing the stainless steel chains not because they are cheaper but because the grayer metal tones seem more masculine and attractive.

Sterling silver chain is one of the essential basics that help women compose a look for their neck wear. I think we can all agree that Y necklaces are now out and sterling silver chains are now in from inexpensive generic rope and snake chains to Davis Yurman’s proprietary box and curb links. Silver’s combination of being affordable yet precious has gotten the attention of consumers hungry for budget prices jewelry that is not costume. Indeed costume jewelry sales in neck wear have fallen off and one of the reasons is the great looks now available affordable silver chain necklace and pendant combinations. It is all part of a trend where consumers are wanting to purchase products that keep their value over the long term.

Sterling silver jewelry appeals to a wide range of customers from designs that can be simple $20 Y necklaces to designer branded items with gold, gemstone and even diamond accents that run in the thousands of dollars. Something as simple as a link is what forms the basis of many of the designer looks in the necklace category.The iconic brands like Hermes and Gucci have their own style of links that have long been classics and indeed status symbols. These links are considered bold yet elegant and often worn in layered formats as are some of the bib necklaces from David Yurman.

Mens silver chain is one of those categories that for the most part sticks to the classic looks that are bold and classy, yet distinctly masculine in the larger gauges. Take for instance David Yurman’s classic box chain that is a jeweler’s take on the commercial box chain in that it has rounded edges for a rather sleek and svelte look. In the smaller gauges it is worn by women who may not necessarily wear David Yurman’s jewelry but love the look of his basic chain designs. This simple box chain morphs from a delicate, feminine look in the smaller gauges, especially when it is multi layered into a robust man’s all purpose box chain that is sleek yet masculine and robust and goes well with any mens dog tag or pendant. As mens silver chains go, it is one of the hottest designs around. This box link is also used in his mens silver chain bracelet collection and looks stunning in the larger gauges and is the best selling mens bracelet style in David Yurman’s collection.

Silver curb chains are the classic generic type of chain worn by both men and women. It comes in all gauges and is more durable and free flowing than a silver box chain. This link was and still is quite popular among men’s links as are such classic staples as Figaro and Figarucci links. Chain lengths run from the minimum of 16 inches to 20 inches for most women and 20 to 24 inches for most men’s long silver chain. Solid silver chain or 925 silver chain is the standard for silver because the metal itself is inexpensive so there is no reason to make a hollow version in silver unless it for stylistic purposes.