Dress With Chains

Questions About Dress With Chains

• Why is a tennis chain called a tennis chain?

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  1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023

  A tennis chain is called a tennis chain due to the history of tennis bracelets. The name comes from an incident involving tennis player Chris Evert. In 1978, at the US Open, she lost a diamond-set link bracelet during a match and asked the officials to pause the action while she looked for it. People have referred to bracelets and chains of a similar style by the term "tennis" ever since. On 1stDibs, explore a range of tennis chains.

• Is a curb chain the same as a Miami Cuban chain?

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  1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

  No, a curb chain is not the same as a Miami Cuban chain. A curb chain is thinner and flatter than a Miami Cuban chain, which is rounder, bolder and thicker. Miami Cuban chain links are also more closely linked to one another. You’ll find a selection of both curb and Miami Cuban chains on 1stDibs.

• What is a Cuban chain?

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  1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021

  Cuban chain refers to a type of jewelry design, which interlocks either round or oval gold rings together making a sleek unison pattern. This pattern interlocks all of the round or oval rings together which will lay flat on your chest or wrist. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage Cuban chain jewelry.

• What is an Albert chain?

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  1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021

  An Albert chain is a watch chain that traditionally has a bar on one end that is used to attach the chain to a vest buttonhole. The chain's other end has a small swivel clasp that can be attached to a pocket watch. It's named after a type of watch chain worn by Prince Albert during the Victorian era. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage Albert watch chains.

• What is a foxtail chain?

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  1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021

  A foxtail chain is a specific pattern of chain link where two rows of flat oval links face into each other at a 45 degree angle.

• What is a book chain?

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  1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021

  A book chain is a type of antique Victorian jewelry designed for lockets, cameos, chains, and necklaces. Each link in a book chain is a rectangular folded piece of metal that resembles a book and is made of solid gold or sterling silver. During the late Art Deco era of the 1930s and 1940s, book chain jewelry was popular during the Victorian jewelry resurgence (“Victorian Revival”). Shop for vintage jewelry from all over the world on 1stDibs.

• What is a cable chain?

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  1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021

  A cable chain is a style of chain with symmetrical uniform links attached to each other. They are used to hang pendants and are often round in style. Find a variety of cable chains and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

• What is a guard chain?

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  1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021

  Guard chains are durable long chains that have a decorative clip on one end. You can use the clip as a clasp to keep the necklace in place.

• What is a chain bracelet?

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  1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021

  Chain bracelets are constructed by joining links together to form a band with a clasp fastening. Preceding the adornments of Ancient Egypt and elsewhere, the people of the Prehistoric era likely wore the decorative accessory, fashioning it from shells and fish bones. This style of bracelet is typically made of gold or silver. Find a collection of antique and vintage style chain bracelets on 1stDibs today.

• What is a Rolo Chain?

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  1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021

  Also known as belcher chains, rolo chains are round, inter-connected links. The outer edges of the chains are typically rounded and the inside is usually flat.

• What is a body chain?

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  1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021

  A body chain is an accessory made of metal that is meant to be worn around the body. Typically, body chains are worn across one's chest, back or around one's hips.

• What is a tennis chain?

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  1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

  A tennis chain refers to the types of necklaces often worn by tennis players. The term itself dates back to the 1980s. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary tennis chains and bracelets from some of the world’s top sellers.

• What is a wheat chain?

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  1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021

  A wheat chain is a piece of jewelry created with four strands of twisted oval links. It is also called the Spiga chain. The links in a wheat chain are woven together which creates a gorgeous and eye-catching chain. Shop a range of antique wheat chains on 1stDibs.

• What is a mariner chain?

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  1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022

  A mariner chain is sometimes referred to as an anchor chain and is considered the strongest type of chain. Each oval link is the same size and has a middle bar that provides additional strength to the link. They are arranged in a typical horizontal fashion. Find vintage and contemporary mariner chains from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

• What is a double chain?

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  1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021

  The double chain stitch is a version of the chain stitch in which two stitches are worked side by side and interlocked. The double chain is made by bringing the needle out at point A and then inserting it at point B. At point C, the needle is released, leaving an open chain stitch.

• What is the difference between a dress and a cocktail dress?

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  1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023

  The difference between a dress and a cocktail dress is mainly the specificity of the term. A dress is any garment that has a bodice attached to a skirt. The term cocktail dress refers to a dress designed for events in the late afternoon and early evening. Many feature hemlines that fall between the knee and calf. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cocktail dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.

• Are chain necklaces in fashion?

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  1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023

  Chain necklaces are always in fashion. Jewelry trends are frequently changing but a dazzling chain necklace is a jewelry box essential. Fashionable chain necklaces include curb link chains, snake chains and ball chains. The best way to discover your perfect fit is to zero in on a particular name and type of link. Designers have tweaked a few styles repeatedly over the years, changing their scale and proportion. Find antique and vintage chain necklaces on 1stDibs.

• Are tennis chains durable?

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  1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023

  Whether tennis chains are durable depends on a few factors. First, the metals used to produce them need to be resistant to scratching and breakage. Good options include platinum and 14- and 18-karat gold. How well it's made will also affect the durability, as will its thickness. Generally, thicker tennis chains are stronger than thinner options. Keep in mind that even the best-made tennis chains may break or become scratched if worn during active activities like performing household chores or playing sports. On 1stDibs, find a selection of tennis chains.

• What is a Victorian book chain?

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  1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021

  A Victorian book chain is a piece of jewelry — usually a necklace — that can be found in gold, sterling silver and other materials. Each link in the chain is a rectangle-shaped piece of folded metal that resembles a book. Shop a collection of vintage and modern Victorian book chains from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.

• What is a Cuban chain necklace?

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  Roman Malakov DiamondsApril 19, 2021

  It is a type of gold necklace made with cuban links. They are mostly made in gold but can be set with diamonds. It is a very popular style nowadays.