Nothing enhances the beauty of an outfit like a piece of jewelry laced around your neck. Necklaces are heavily relied on for everything from ordinary attire to special occasions. While individual necklaces are the staple statement pieces, layering different necklaces together is a way to experiment with your style and see what makes you feel the most confident.
This styling method will definitely add a unique edge to your outfits. However, bringing off a perfect, layered necklace look, goes way beyond throwing on a few of your favorite pieces around the neck. In this guide, we’ll explore essential things to consider when layering necklaces, ensuring your final look is chic and cohesive.
Start with a Focal Point
Layering necklaces requires a focal point. This might be a diamond statement piece of jewelry. That diamond necklace might be the glam center statement around which all other more delicate pieces are styled. A diamond necklace radiates brilliance, making it the perfect focal point for any layered look.
Vary the Lengths
One of the key elements to layering necklaces is that each piece needs to be a different length. This will create a cascade of depth and dimension for the look. For example, you could start out with a choker, followed by one mid-length, and finish with a pendant necklace that is a little longer. This will then give a tiered effect and ensure that your necklaces don’t end up in a tangle, thus allowing each to be a focal point.
Mix Metals and Textures
Don’t be afraid to mix metals or textures in your layered necklaces. You can create an interesting look with gold, silver, and rose gold layered together. Plus, when adding different necklace textures, you could mix in smooth chains, beaded strands, and hammered finishes to add more variety to your outfit.
Consider the Neckline
Knowing your neckline is one of the key aspects of how your layered necklaces are going to look. For example, a deep V-neck top pairs well with longer necklaces, and a high-line, crew neck, or turtleneck top looks exquisite paired with shorter, layered chokers. But first and foremost, consider the neckline of your outfit to make sure your necklaces complement and don’t overwhelm your overall look. Balance simplicity and statement pieces.
While there should be a focal point, there should also be a balance of simplicity and statement pieces. Mix your ornate diamond necklace with simpler chains for a layering effect that won’t look cluttered. Alternatively, a show-stopping statement necklace could be added to set off your look if you opt for more delicate pieces.
Personalize Your Layers
What’s best about the layering of necklaces is that you can throw in a glimpse of your personal style. Add a locket or birthstone necklace that has some special meaning—like an heirloom. This will really take your personalized look on a whole different level, plus it will add layers of variety to your existing jewelry collection.
Adjust According to Occasion
Consider the occasion when layering your necklaces. While a casual day out may require you to be a little more casual and minimalistic in what you wear, a formal event will call for more elaborate or luxurious layering of necklaces.
Care and Maintenance
As these may be quite prone to tangling, store them properly. Hang them separately or use a jewelry organizer to keep them untangled and perfect. Clean your necklaces regularly to retain their brilliance, especially if you have a diamond necklace amidst the layers.
How to Effectively Layer Various Necklace Styles?
Layering different necklace styles can take your look to a whole new level by injecting it with layers of variety. Here are some tips on how to layer different styles:
Layering a Droplet Necklace
A droplet necklace oozes class in its simplest form of attraction. Begin with a shorter choker or delicate chain as your base. Keep the droplet necklace to mid-length so that the droplet is dangling gracefully. End the ensemble with a longer pendant or lariat necklace to keep the look balanced and layered. The key is to make sure that the droplet necklace stands out, never overpowering it with other pieces.
Layer a diamond pendant necklace
A diamond-pendant necklace is a classic piece that shines all on its own. To start, take a slimmer, shorter chain or choker in leather or black velvet. Add the diamond-pendant necklace at a mid-length so it sits prominently. A longer, thin chain with a pendant would work well to give it depth without taking too much attention away from the diamond. This arrangement gives the diamond its scaffold yet still provides a layered look.
Layer a Y Knot Necklace
A Y knot necklace is unique in shape and, thus, naturally becomes an attention-grabbing piece on your neck. Start with a small choker or short chain as the base and one of the less overwhelming pieces in the ensemble. Put the Y knot necklace at mid-length; this lets the Y shape drop naturally. Finish it off with a much longer necklace with an extremely simple pendant or charm that doesn’t overpower the design of the Y knot. The two minimalistic necklaces on both sides will ensure all the focus is on the Y Knot necklace.
Bar Necklace
Layering a necklace with a bar adds a clean, modern touch to your look. Begin with a short, more delicate chain or a choker. Add in the bar necklace at a mid-length so that it’s sitting horizontal. Wrap it up by adding a longer pendant necklace or a chain with a delicate charm.
Medallion Necklace
It gives the outfit a touch of vintage or boho. Either way, start with a shorter layer out of a dainty chain. Add it on at medium length, making the medallion a focal centerpiece. Loop it over a longer beaded necklace, or double it up with a set of chains to get that boho kick. This creates a textured and detail-rich layering effect.
Beaded Necklace
Beaded necklaces provide color and texture to a layered style. In that regard, one can begin with a short chain or choker to receive a medium length beaded necklace in colors that coordinate with the outfit and to finish it off with a longer beaded necklace or chain and pendant.
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