As we prepare for the summer, jewellery experts at PRYA have shared how you can style the season’s jewellery trend, Boho pendant necklaces.
Dubbed the next 2000s jewellery trend to come back into fashion by Who What Wear, the pendant necklace is the perfect stacking piece for the summer.
The jewellery stacking trend means layering multiple pieces of jewellery, typically rings, bracelets, necklaces and sometimes earrings. The idea is to layer various pieces to create a personalised and unique look.
Arwa Hassan, a jewellery specialist and co-founder of PRYA, shares her top do’s and don’ts when it comes to jewellery stacking the Boho pendant.
She said: “The trend allows people to mix and match various jewellery styles, materials and designs to express their personal style and create a visually appealing and eye-catching look.
“Boho pendant necklaces are the perfect piece for jewellery stacking because of their length. You can pair short chains and personalised name necklaces with this long, statement piece with your summer dresses.”
PRYA’s do’s and don’ts for stacking the Boho pendant:
Do
- Mix different lengths: Layer necklaces of varying lengths to create visual interest. A combination of short, mid-length and long necklaces works well.
- Start with a focal point: Begin with a focal necklace that you want to be the centrepiece of your layered look. This could be your Boho pendant, a name necklace or a statement piece.
- Use varying chain types: Experiment with different chain styles and thickness to add character and dimension to your layers. Mix delicate chains with chunkier ones for balance.
- Create contrast: Combining different materials, textures and metals to achieve contrast and prevent the layers from blending together.
- Consider neckline and outfit: Choose necklaces that complement the neckline of your clothing. For example, longer necklaces pair well with V-neck or scoop-neck tops, while shorter necklaces suit high necklines.
Don’t
- Overcrowd: While layering is about wearing multiple necklaces, avoid overcrowding your neck. Aim for a balanced and elegant look rather than piling on too many pieces.
- Go too matchy-matchy: While some coordination is good, avoid overly matching necklaces. A bit of contrast and variation adds visual interest.
- Over bulk: Extremely chunky necklaces might not layer well, as they can overwhelm the look. Opt for a mix of chunky and delicate pieces for balance.
- Use lots of length: Avoid layering necklaces with lengths that are too extreme. Extremely short and extremely long necklaces might not blend well together.