As busy mamas we often have .002 nanseconds to primp, polish and pick a killer outfit before tending to our wee ones. That is why we often rely on our go-to outfits. You know the ones...good ol' reliable: simple, comfy, and effortlessly stylish. Often they are supremely simple in form: a dark pair of skinny jeans, a white jersey tunic, and--if you are so inclined--a pair of shy high platform pumps--otherwise black leather French Sole ballet flats. We know these outfits look and feel great. But how to take said stylish ensemble to the next level of style. Enter accessories, or as stylist Rachel Zoe calls them "excess-ories". Fabulous baubles intended to really make a simple outfit pop. One trend B&B has been noticing lately is the layering of bracelets, necklaces & rings. The brilliance lies in the unique way each stylephile layers her jewels to express her own sense of sartorial self. The next three Mondays we will look at a different way to layer your accessories. This week we take a closer look at the to die for ways of layering your necklaces.
While scarves remain one of our all-time favourite ways to decorate our decolletage, sometimes an outfit just begs for a bit more glamour. Enter baubles for your neckline: necklaces. Whether against bare skin or draped over the fabric of your enselmble, necklaces can add a bit of elegance, earthiness, or edge to your look. Similar to bracelets there are a myriad to choose from ranging from very delicate, gossimar pieces; to edgier, heavier pieces; to fabulous showstopping statament pieces. Silver has long been popular, but these days it seems all the celebs are making gold and rose gold on-trend.
When following the layering trends of necklaces there are some elements to consider. First of all consider the mixing of metals. Sticking to one metal and/or material is a safer way to ensure you get it right. The second is to choose necklaces of different lengths to emphaisze each indifividual piece. Thus, you might choose a couple of gold necklaces of different lengths. If you are feeling edgier and want to experient, you can mix metals, materials and colours just make sure all the necklaces have a simlilar theme or contrast in an understandable way (i.e. and edgier, harder piece, with a more delicate one). Finally, consider the neckline of your ensemble. Layered necklaces should drape over your skin and simple fabric to properly showcase the piece. If the necklace hits the awkward spot where your neckline meets your skin or if your neckline has competing embellishment, the overall look is forced. Ultimately you want to showcase the individual pieces in a way which grazes yuor skin and accentuates your outfit.
There are so many exquisite and trendy options out there right now, that really we could recommend almost anything and you could figure out a way to layer it with something else to make it pop. Try mixing an ultra trendy look such as a piece from Nicole Richie's House of Harlow 1960 line, or Jennifer Zeuner's Horizontal Cross necklace with personal and nostalgic pieces of your own, such as a family locket. The mixing of different elements ensures you are elevated from fashion slave to fashion genius! Click to shop the look:
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