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Choosing a silver necklace isn't only about the design you love it's about how that design sits against your face. The right length and shape can soften angles, add width, or draw the eye where you want it, much like the right earrings do. At MOHA by Geetanjali, every necklace is handcrafted in certified 92.5 sterling silver, so once you've matched a style to your face shape, you're also choosing a piece built to last. This guide covers identifying your face shape, the necklace styles that flatter each one, genuine sterling silver vs plated, styling for Indian and Western outfits, and simple care tips.
A silver necklace is a neckpiece made from silver metal, worn for daily, festive, or statement occasions. At MOHA, every necklace is crafted from certified 92.5 sterling silver — meaning 92.5% pure silver — across styles that include chain-and-pendant necklaces, chokers, oxidised pieces, and traditional Maharashtrian haars. You can browse the full range on our silver necklace collection page.
A necklace sits closest to your face of any jewellery you wear, so its length and shape matter as much as its design — a piece that elongates a round face does more visual work than the motif on it. That's why MOHA's range spans chain-and-pendant, choker, statement haar, and oxidised styles: a genuine sterling silver option for every face shape, not one default length.
Stand in front of a mirror, pull your hair back, and compare the width of your forehead, cheekbones, and jawline against the length of your face. A quick way to check: trace your reflection's outline on a photo, or measure each width with a soft tape.
Round — face width and length are similar, with soft curves and no sharp angles.
Oval — face is longer than it is wide, with a gently rounded jawline; the most balanced shape.
Square — forehead, cheekbones, and jawline are similar in width, with a strong, angular jaw.
Heart-shaped — wider forehead and cheekbones that narrow toward a pointed chin.
Long / Oblong — face length is noticeably greater than its width, with a straighter cheek line.
Diamond — narrow forehead and jawline with the cheekbones as the widest point.
Add vertical length with a long chain-and-pendant or Y-shaped drop, like the Shuk Sarika pendant with chain — skip chokers, which sit at the widest part of a round face.
The most balanced shape — nearly every style works, from the Adbhuta Silver Choker Necklace for a defined look to a statement piece like the Chittor Silver Necklace for festive occasions.
Soften a strong jawline with rounded, layered pieces such as the Bakuli Haar (Double Layered) or Navratna Mala Double Layered — avoid rigid, geometric pieces.
Balance a wider forehead and narrower chin with a shorter necklace or choker sitting close to the collarbone — long pendants only draw more attention to a narrow chin.
Add width, not length. Chokers or short, layered necklaces sitting higher on the neck break up the vertical line; long, single-strand haars make the face look even longer.
With cheekbones as the widest point, a rounded pendant or layered chain sitting at the collarbone softens that width. A piece like the Chiraiya Silver Necklace or a layered oxidised design works well.
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Face Shape |
Recommended Necklace Style |
|---|---|
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Round |
Long chain-and-pendant or Y-shaped drop to add vertical length |
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Oval |
Most styles work — chokers, statement haars, or pendants |
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Square |
Rounded, layered pieces that soften a strong jawline |
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Heart-shaped |
Shorter necklace or choker to balance a narrower chin |
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Long / Oblong |
Chokers or short layered necklaces to add width |
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Diamond |
Rounded pendant or layered chain sitting at the collarbone |
This matters as much as the shape you choose, because the wrong metal won't hold its style for long. 925 sterling silver is solid silver alloyed with 7.5% other metal for strength, and every genuine piece carries a BIS hallmark confirming its purity. Silver-plated jewellery is a base metal like brass or copper with a thin silver coating — it looks similar when new, but the coating wears off, tarnishes unevenly, and can react with skin.
MOHA sells only certified 92.5 sterling silver — no silver-plated or imitation necklaces — across every style shown above, from chain-and-pendant to statement haars. You can read more on our silver necklace collection page.
Look for a "925" stamp or BIS hallmark, usually near the clasp.
Genuine sterling silver feels slightly heavier and cooler to the touch than plated pieces — you can compare this against a BIS hallmarking overview for what the certification covers.
Ask the seller for a purity certificate or hallmark confirmation before buying.
Solid sterling silver tarnishes evenly and polishes back to a shine; plated pieces flake or show the base metal underneath over time.
Every MOHA necklace is BIS-hallmarked, so you can verify the purity yourself rather than relying on the seller's word.
Once you've picked a flattering shape, styling it comes down to occasion and outfit.
Indian wear — statement haars and oxidised necklaces pair naturally with sarees, lehengas, and kurtas; a simple chain-and-pendant works well with everyday kurta sets.
Western wear — chain-and-pendant styles and chokers sit neatly against round-neck tops, blazers, and dresses, while an oxidised piece can add an ethnic accent to a plain western outfit.
Combine both — the face-shape guidance above holds regardless of outfit, so a heart-shaped face in a western round-neck top still benefits from a choker length, and the same logic applies under a saree blouse.
Browse by occasion: Daily & Office Wear, Festive & Ceremonial, Wedding & Bridal, and Party & Evening.
Sterling silver is a natural metal and reacts slowly with air and moisture, which causes tarnishing over time. A few habits keep it looking new:
Put it on last, after perfume and lotion, and take it off first when you get home.
Remove it before showering, swimming, or exercising — sweat and chlorine speed up tarnishing.
Store it airtight in a zip-lock bag or closed jewellery box when not in use.
Lay longer chains and haars flat or hang them, with the clasp fastened, to avoid knots.
Keep a silica gel packet in your jewellery box to absorb moisture.
Wipe with a soft microfiber cloth only — tissues can scratch the surface.
For a full walkthrough, see our silver necklace care guide.
MOHA was founded in 2014 by Geetanjali Gondhale, who brings over 10 years of design experience and research into Indian jewellery craftsmanship to every collection. Every necklace is handcrafted by skilled artisans in India using certified 92.5 sterling silver, and every piece is BIS-hallmarked, so the purity is independently verifiable.
Designs draw on authentic Indian references — Ashtamangal symbols, Harappan seals, traditional Maharashtrian jewellery, architecture, and folk art — rather than short-lived trends. MOHA now serves customers across India and internationally, with a community of more than 176,000 followers, and offers free shipping over ₹3,500, cash on delivery above ₹3,500, and simple returns.
Which necklace suits a round face best?
A long chain-and-pendant or Y-shaped drop, since it adds vertical length. See the Shuk Sarika pendant with chain as an example.
What face shape suits a choker necklace?
Oval, heart-shaped, and long/oblong faces generally suit chokers best, since the shorter length adds width near the jawline instead of elongating an already narrow or long face.
How do I find out my face shape at home?
Pull your hair back, look in a mirror, and compare the width of your forehead, cheekbones, and jawline to your face's length, or trace your outline on a photo.
How can I check if my silver necklace is genuine 92.5 sterling silver?
Look for a "925" stamp or BIS hallmark near the clasp, ask for a purity certificate, and compare the weight and feel against a known plated piece — solid sterling silver feels heavier and cooler.
Do gold-plated silver necklaces still count as 925 sterling silver?
Yes, at MOHA. Gold-look pieces are a thin gold plating over a genuine 92.5 sterling silver base, not a different or lower-purity metal.
The best silver necklace for you is one that flatters your face shape and is made from metal you can trust. Once you know whether you're reaching for a long pendant, a choker, or a layered haar, explore MOHA's full silver necklace collection, every piece certified 92.5 sterling silver and handcrafted with Indian heritage at its core.
