StyleNest roundup the best statement necklaces to add a finishing touch to your look.
A statement necklace is a must in any women’s accessories collection. Whether you’re dressing up a plain white tee or adding some character to a cocktail dress, these attention-grabbing neckpieces elevate your look in an instant.
For day, dress up a classic Breton or tee with a chunky, chain like necklace and come evening add a pop of colour to your LBD with crystals, baubles and graphic shapes.
Style Tip: For an effortlessly chic look, wear one of these best statement necklaces tucked below the collar of a timeless white shirt.
Colour Me Crazy Swarovski Crystal Necklace
Erickson Beamon at net-a-porter.com
Opulent Swarovski crystals are given a contemporary twist in a neon colour palette. Wear with bright white to really show them off, or layer over a denim shirt for a cool take on off duty dressing.
Femme Fatale Necklace
By Stella & Dot at stelladot.co.uk
This Stella & Dot multi chain necklace will take work wear into tough-luxe territory. Wear high on your collarbone with a silk tee, blazer and tailored trousers to add personality to an otherwise standard look.
Premium Sparkle Bead Necklace
By Topshop
Delicate, dainty but still packing a punch; this Topshop necklace will add a glamorous vintage vibe to your cocktail look. Wear with an LBD, heels and a gold clutch for a modern take on ladylike dressing.
Salty Lime Silver-Plated Diamanté Bib Necklace
By Venessa Arizaga at net-a-porter.com
Uniting two of SS12’s hottest trends, Neon and Tribal this Venessa Arizaga bib necklace will add fashion points to your look. We like to mix it with something simple like a grey marl sweater to ensure it really stands out.
Spike and Stone Collar Necklace
From ASOS.com
Trouser suits are this season’s substitute for cocktail dresses, and this piece will add a feminine edge to a masculine tux and white shirt combo.
The clean lines of this chain necklace call for a simple pairing. Wear it with an elegant black evening dress and metallic accessories for a modern Cleopatra vibe.
Marc by Marc Jacobs Midnight Purple Margery Necklace
Marc by Marc Jacobs is the go-to brand for daytime statement jewellery and this chunky necklace will liven up an old Breton in an instant. Denim shorts, a raffia clutch and summer wedges will complete the look perfectly.
Mixing the two colour palettes of the season, pretty pastels and vibrant neons; this statement necklace will finished off either trend with eclectic charm. Wear with a silk tee in a sugary pastel shade or a statement neon.
This classic shape will give a whole new style to tees, shirts or dresses. Wear with a white tee and boyfriend jeans in the day, and with an elegant evening dress and statement earrings for a head-turning look at night.
Add a 60s inspired minimalist vibe to a summer shift dress with this chunky accessory. Add ballet flats and a cross-body bag for a stylish off duty look.
Sugary shades were seen everywhere this season, most notably at Louis Vuitton and Phillip Lim. Channel the trend for a fraction of the price with Zara’s geometric take on the trend.
Taking Tom Binns’ signature tough luxe style, ladylike pearls and decadent crystals take on a whole new meaning. Use this statement piece to transform your casual weekend wardrobe.