Silver necklace options cross into every jewelry niche. You can find sterling silver dress pieces, fun, funky dance-club styles, and heirloom designs. You will also see fine gemstones as well as semi-precious stones set into silver, since the soft sheen of silver is an excellent foil to the robust colors of gems. What's nice about silver is that it suits many skin tones--from olive and darker complexions to mid tone and fair skin.

Silver cross necklaces have always been popular, and this is a style that can be worn by both men and women. There are thin chains with small, elegant crosses. At the other end of the spectrum, there are wider chains and larger fashion crosses. All look appealing in silver.

Many designers like to work in silver because of this metal's ability to 'change personalities' according to the design. You can find designer silver necklaces that have been created for evening wear that are highly polished and elegantly curved. You can also find trendy styles that are chunky and bold, with more of a matte finish.

Silver chain necklaces are also useful for hanging pendants. Even gold pendants can be hung from a silver chain. Mixing metals is a modern fashion trend that lets you pair items you like, whether or not they match. Silver necklaces are incredibly versatile in this regard.