For better or for worse, the fashion industry loves a new fad. The so-called "no necklace trend" has been making its rounds again lately. Now, don't get us wrong, we're all for trying new things and experimenting with different styles. But come on, let's be real here - ditching necklaces altogether is just plain crazy talk. We're here to bring the receipts on why this trend is not going to last.
Nobody can deny the power of necklaces. From ballroom to boardroom, a statement necklace can make or break an ensemble and a presence. They have the power to completely transform an outfit from basic to fabulous in seconds. And let's not forget the confidence boost we get from wearing a statement piece that showcases a unique sense of style and personality. The perfect necklace can be the ultimate statement piece to elevate any outfit.
The bare necks making their way through fashion would have us believe that necklaces are leaving the fashion world. They'll tell you that the minimalist look is coming back and that superfluous necklaces will just get in the way. Don’t throw your precious heirlooms out just yet - minimalism can be beautiful, but it doesn't mean you have to sacrifice all personality and style. It’s not like necklaces can’t fit perfectly into the minimalism sphere - a bare clavicle is only accentuated by a thin minimalist chain and delicate diamonds. And as for necklaces getting in the way, we say that's just a lack of creativity. With the myriad ways a girl can style a diamond necklace, every outfit is just waiting to be paired with the right centerpiece. We’ve picked out a few favorites that prove the no-necklace trend is a flash in the pan.
Rodeo Ready
Give it up for the country girls! Rodeo fashion is known for bold looks and fun accessories. This Churchill Downs Half Diamond Necklace by Vincent Peach is the ultimate rodeo statement piece for the advantageous cowgirl looking to rope herself a stallion. Reminiscent of a lucky horseshoe, this gorgeous sterling silver pendant necklace boasts a brilliant pave of diamonds around the crescent, and is suspended by a chunky sterling silver chain. The famous Vincent Peach sterling silver charm is affixed to the sterling silver ring that holds the pendant - a classy touch to a country-inspired favorite.
The Holy Grail of Pendants
We are going to need a few extra Hail Mary’s, because this stunning Mandala Amulet from Temple St. Clair is filling us with the sin of envy. A designer that specializes in heavenly and celestial-inspired jewelry, Temple St. Clair is no stranger to bright, ethereal looks. The amulet holds a polished oval rock crystal in a delicate yellow gold cage that shimmers with the accent of cabochon-cut turquoise. It’s perfect to hang from a long delicate chain on a solid color (or dangerously low-cut) dress, but the yellow gold and turquoise amulet would accent a dainty neckline on a shorter chain as well.
King of My Heart
Take one look at this beauty of a necklace and never follow down a no-necklace trend again. This one isn’t for the wallflowers. This one is for the girlies who know what they want and how to get it. The Diamond Heart Shape Solitaire Necklace by Norman Silverman can speak for itself, but we love a chance to sing its praises anyway. This gorgeous hunk of white diamond makes an incredible gift as a token of love as well as a stunning statement piece to accentuate a beautiful neckline, though it looks like it might work in a museum, or maybe to be thrown in the ocean at the end of the movie Titanic. Regardless of the occasion, the sparkling heart-shaped diamond pendant is available in multiple sizes to match her personal style.
Dangling Diamonds
If minimalism has gripped our precious necklines, let us introduce a compromise: a dainty, delicate thread of yellow gold, positively dripping with sparkling diamond droplets. The Diamonds by the Yard Dangle Necklace by Deutsch Signature Collection is the graceful solution to the demure ensemble. The movement of the dangling diamonds imparts a sense of whimsical, cottagecore vibes. This yellow gold and diamond necklace is meant to be draped like gossamer chiffon, a string of personal sparkles to brighten up any outfit.