The biggest question this season is length -- long or short. The best necklaces either graze the collaborate or go long, longer, longest down to the waist. Never underestimate the versatility of a long rope or chain! Choose one of the open-link gold designs in a 36-inch length or a simple rope of multicolored pearls. They can be worn long, doubled or tripled, knotted or nested, capable of enhancing any neckline. If short is the answer, look for stylish necklaces with fancy center pieces, accented with diamond pave or colored gemstones. A developing trend is for more structured designs. Short, solid necklaces such as colors and bibs will be important for fall. today's most popular pendant range from the classic simplicity of puffed hearts, diamond solitaires and lockets to bold, statement making designs such as oversized flowers and large geometric shapes. Finally, for those costumers seeking the unique, let nature be your guide and select some of the new one-of-a-kind necklaces composed of raw diamonds or chunks of uncut crystals.