The right length changes everything.

Length changes where a chain sits and how it works with what you wear. A good choice starts with your own measurements, not a photograph of someone with a different build.

A chain’s listed length is its full measurement. Your neck size, chest, posture, and the width and construction of the chain all affect the finished drape.

Measure your preferred drop

1. Put on a shirt with the neckline you expect to wear most often.
2. Use a soft measuring tape, or a piece of string, to form a loose loop around your neck.
3. Adjust the loop until its lowest point sits where you want the chain to fall. Keep it comfortable and avoid pulling it tight.
4. Read the full loop measurement. If using string, lay it flat beside a ruler.
5. Compare that result with the lengths offered for the specific chain.

A string gives a useful starting measurement. It does not have the thickness or weight of a Cuban chain, so check the product’s fit notes as well.

Understand the length options

The examples below compare lengths to one another on the same wearer. They do not guarantee a particular anatomical position.

Bring width into the decision

A wide chain takes up more space than a thin string and may sit differently. Consider the inside fit, the way the links articulate, and any product-specific measurement instructions.

If you are choosing between two widths, compare them at the same length first. Our Cuban link width guide explains how to make that comparison.

Make a final fit check

Move your shoulders, turn your head, and sit down while holding your measurement loop in place. Decide whether you want the chain above, inside, or over your neckline. If you already own a chain with a fit you like, measure it using the same method stated by the seller.

Browse all chains or go straight to Cuban links once you have your preferred measurements.

Explore the pieces

Compare the available sizes and details of these pieces:

• The Signature Cuban
• The Everyday Cuban