Bold necklaces across a range of metals are making quite the comeback. This makes sense as the ’80s and particularly the ‘90s continue to trend heavily at the moment. The neck candy is eye-catching and makes a statement. It is not a subtle look. Some options are chunky, and others more refined. Here are some examples.
1. Bib Necklace
This necklace takes up a lot of surface area, but is fairly refined with a lot of see-through volume. It hangs lower on the chest instead of right up against the base of the neck. I like the way the necklace is partially on the model’s skin and partially on the top. That said, it could have graced bare skin or a top with a higher neckline too. The layered tops add a maximal touch to the necklace. A dark top creates an effective contrasting backdrop for the necklace. The necklace can work over a collared shirt too. Subtle stud earrings make the statement necklace shine.
2. Chunky Chain Necklace
Short and very short chunky chain necklaces scream the early ‘90s to me, and with a bracelet to match. The accessory showcases its versatility in Banana Republic’s February edit. It varies in lengths and can be worn with round necklines, V-necks, tie-necks, inside shirt collars, and layered with other necklaces. The collection shows some examples.
Here is a short chunky chain necklace that finishes at the base of the neck. It’s worn with a tee, jeans and leather jacket. Statement gold hoop earrings add a maximal touch. Simple stud earrings or no earrings would have been great too.
2. Asymmetrical Necklace
This is my favourite of the four because I like necklaces made of balls, gold is my metal, and white pearls are my thing. I also like the lopsided effect. Beautiful on bare skin, yet I can see the necklace work over a turtleneck, a scoop neck, a V-neck, to inside a shirt collar too. A simple solid top or dress will make the necklace take centre stage.
4. Chain Pendant Toggle Necklace
Long pendant necklaces are aplenty, but those on chunky chains like this one are less common. The long chunky chain can have a toggle instead of a pendant, and looks good over most necklines. It also works worn inside a shirt collar with the pendant portion worn on the outside of the shirt or blouse like they did in the ’70s. It’s a fun necklace season!
