Didn?t come with any directions. I have at least 30 necklaces (some of which are very chunky/ heavy) and this towel rod holds them easily. I have bought this style for years. Works just like the original I have a wide foot and have found that Clarks shoes are always great fitting and comfortable. not a forward and middle mount. Its also heavy enough (or earpieces are too stiff to be moldable to your ear) that you cant wear it without the over ear piece. Comfort proved to be superior - the soft leather and memory foam proved to be a blessing to my ears. Moving from the Madona to the Moen is like night and day! Nicholas Cages character just seemed so bleh to me and I never really connected with him.