 |
| Elaborate Neck and Shoulder Alloy Jewellry with Rhinestone Settings |
Statement necklaces are one of those fashion accessories that you can use to make a bold statement, especially if you wish to stand out from the crowd. No, not thin neck chains with tiny pendants or barely perceptible ones that are fiddly to clasp but big, bold, and uniquely crafted pieces that take us back (in time) to the late Gothic and early Renaissance eras when necklaces became a vital part of dressing. Neckwear that’s literally show-stopping.
Neckpieces have been worn by women and men since the Stone Age when necks were adorned with anything from crudely woven pieces of wood twine to sea shells, bone, animal teeth, seeds, animal skin, and feathers. During those periods, what they used solely depended on whatever material was found in their immediate environs. Not forgetting that how they are made and whatever they did depended on how creative they may have been.
 |
| European Style Pearl Shells and Starfish Charms Necklace |
 |
| Chunky Faux Pearl String Necklace |
 |
| Alloy Braided Necklace - European Style |
Today’s popularly trending necklaces are large, bold, and dramatic. And because they are costume jewellery, they possess great features that vintage fashion enthusiasts love.
But what makes a necklace a show-stopping vintage-inspired piece of jewelry? There are a few features that qualify them to be described as such. But basically, it’s in the design, form, size, and materials used.
Design
The design must be a one-of-a-kind style piece with great details. It must be eye-catching to fashionistas and weighty enough to give you the got-a-great-buy feeling.
Form
A show-stopping piece must possess a unique form and be crafted in a way that resembles a piece of art. It doesn’t really matter what it is made of as long as it oozes distinction.
Size
They must be large, almost out-sized when compared to the conventional simple necklaces. The bolder they are, the more vintage-styled they appear.
Materials
Statement necklaces and chains must be made from unique materials and not run-of-the-mill materials like cheap plastic beads found everywhere.
 |
| Victorian Black Lace Choker with Beaded Pendants |
 |
| Vintage Collar Alloy Necklace |
 |
| A cluster of Faux Pearl Jewellery Set |
 |
| Multi-Colour Chunky Bib Necklace |
Costume Jewelry
Most statement necklaces fall under the costume jewelry category and are generally affordable. They cost a fraction of genuine gold, silver, or platinum jewelry. But then there are statement necklaces that are quite pricey and heirloom-worthy.
From twisted metal creations and copper baubles to pieces encrusted with colourful gemstones (faux or genuine), intricately woven lacework (or filigree), artsy glass beading, and multiple strings of multi-sized corals, a stunning piece of neck jewelry will always be noticed from afar. And they all have one thing in common. Style and size. Big bold jewelry pieces like these are the ones that have the ‘wow’ factor. So, if you are daring enough to adorn your neck with these vintage-inspired pieces, statement necklaces are for you.
Related articles:
No comments:
Post a Comment