How to Layer Necklaces Like a Pro: Tips and Tricks

A piece of jewellery can instantly pick up any look from business casual to trendy ensembles, loungewear and holiday outfits. Necklaces provide a fashionable finishing touch whenever you wear it.

One of the most stylish ways to wear necklaces is by layering them for a bold & dynamic party. You can pair precious gold chains with delicate figaro chains and combine varying necklace lengths or even mix and match gold and silver chains, necklaces and pendants.

Tips & Tricks To Wearing Necklace

If you do not know how to layer necklaces in a subtle yet elegant way that looks glamorous and chic, check out a few tips & tricks that we have jot down for you.

Consider Your Necklaces Length

Necklaces come in various standard lengths, hence, you need to look out for those that suit your body type. Here are the most common necklace lengths:

14”: Doesn’t fit as sticky as a choker but leaves a little space on the neck.

16″ — This is loose along the neckline.

18″ — This length is perfect as it’s halfway between the collarbone and chest.

20″ — This one just hangs slightly lower but does not completely reach the chest.

24″ — This settles right around the upper chest.

30″ — This one hangs much lower than the previous one but doesn’t cover the stomach.

33″ — This is by far, the longest necklace length, it stays just above the navel.

Mix & Match Wear

Go all frivolous when you want to wear more than one necklace. This will lean into your creativity by mixing and matching different chains, gold chain, pendants, as well as necklaces of different styles and materials. Figuring out what works for your outfit together is a matter of trial and error, so don’t be coy and play around until you nail the look you want.

Consider Gemstones & Emeralds

Add more visual glamour to your outfit and wear a statement necklace that features a touch of color or texture. This can be done with pendant necklaces, gemstones, emeralds & other materials. Then, in order to pair your necklaces with each other perfectly, simply, opt for one statement piece & pair it with more sombre styles.

Don’t Out Do The Outfit

Always remember that an outfit is the main deal and the jewellery is just the cherry on the top. It’s a way to make your outfit sparkle and shine inside out. Think about how your ensemble works with layered necklace style, pairing them with more fragile clothing or casual outfits with minimalist designs by using statement jewellery to really sparkle when you wear formal or dressy outfits.

Step To Step Guide To Layering Necklaces

Step 1: First Necklace

You can start with a gold chain that serves as a base for your layered look. We recommend a belcher chain in gold or a simple gold figaro chain.

Step 2: Add a Subdue Layer Of Other Necklaces

Just imagine your middle layers are the focal point and use a sparkly or shiny chain to really lock that focus in. Maybe an emerald pendant or a pearl necklace.

Step 3: Finish with a Lengthy One

Now get your longest player out and wear it. It can be a decent silver chain, a delicate gold necklace or even a gold curb chain.

Knowing how to layer necklaces on top of each other is all about determining what you like and how it works in the fashion world or with your ensemble. The one important thing to remember is personal style, so always dial back to what’s speaking to your fashion and just have fun with it.

AUTHOR BIO

Karsha

Karsha has been a writer for over 10 years and has been writing for Stonex Jewellers for more than two years where she has gained insights on how to capture the essence of the jewellery industry. She comes from a versatile background, having written for fashion & lifestyle beats and covering the trends of the market. Graduated from the domain of Journalism & Mass Communication — she knows how to depict the cultural and emotional significance of who styles what & when.