Most of us who love to dress up to the nines are fully aware that the “nines” cannot be achieved without accessorizing your outfit right! Some are fond of wrist-ware like bracelets or bangles and yet others go for the right earring to complete the look. But somehow it is the neckpiece that draws the first look where accessories are concerned! Sometimes the right fashion necklace is all you need, no matter what your attire.

So if you were looking to understand what neckpiece to choose for your next big outfit-buy, let us help you figure out the trends out there…

The Neo Indian Ethnic

Over the generations, gold jewellery has stood the test of time for traditional Indian jewellery. But these days, what are the chances that you do not believe in bringing out your heavy gold jewellery except for that fancy wedding in the family. The trend has definitely shifted to jewellery made in various styles from all over the sub continent rather than focus only on the yellow metal – with a play on the stones. Jadau is definitely top of that list simply because of the amazing settings of the precious or semi-precious stones while keeping the over look traditional with gold.

But if spending those uncalculable thousands on your fashion jewellery is not your thing, you would probably look for cheaper yet classy options. There are fancy design houses that would break your bank, but affordable statement fashion jewellery neckpieces being made available easily too.

The below oxidized silver beads matched with a statement piece for a pendant by Amrud is definitely something that you could pair with your fancy saris or the fancy anarkali suit you’ve been planning on wearing on your next ethnic outing.

This lovely African beadwork inspired piece by Sheri Serafini is another eye popper in terms of its versatile use of colours and the rich look it represents. You could wear this easily with either pure ethnic wear or even Indo-western attires in your wardrobe. Honestly you could never go wrong with a fashion necklace such as this unabashed beauty.

Although not a typical fashion jewellery neckpiece this lovely choker in south sea pearls and diamonds is the perfect blend of trendy designs that can be worn with ethnic attires. You could always look for a cheaper alternative while keeping the overall look in mind, if you wish. Ok. So you have a fair grip on what to wear with your saris? or your fancy salwar suits. But how out of the way would you go to team up a non traditional fashion neckpiece with your sari? This work of art by designer Kanika Jain is not only unusual, but also a definite must have in your fashion neckpiece collection.

Statement Fashion Neckpieces for Casual Wear

Denims and Diamonds – would you wear it?

Are you the kind of girl who has the spunk to carry off a fancy diamond fashion neckpiece with an all denim look? Try it the next time you have a brunch planned with the girlfriends!! It’s bound to make a ‘statement’.

Dainty and fairy like prettiness is the look you want to go with? Certainly you cannot do better than this unusual piece with pearls and lace petals! Match it with a perfect sundress or even a simple silk top and formal pants. Either way the attention is bound to stay on this off-centric quirky fashion neckpiece you’ve chosen.

If you are fond of beads and are constantly on the lookout for unusual fasion necklaces in beads to add to your collection, maybe it is time you look at Caribbean designer Abenah Adelaide’s work. These multi strand bead neckpieces taking the fashion world by storm.

Do you believe that crochet work is only for laces? Well, think again! These days there are a growing number of crocheted fashion neckpieces setting a trend …

Bib neckpieces in leather may just be the next new trend in fashion jewellery neckpieces.

Be it this stunner with stressed silver centerpiece .. Or this off centric collar piece in copper and brown leather.

Let’s see if we can find something that ticks all your boxes – beads (favourite), tribal (unusual), multi strand beads(eye catching)?

This stunner certainly checks all the boxes and then some. Wear this piece of art with your maxi dress or even a white shirt on demins… not only does it complement your outfit but actually makes heads turn for it unusual design and colours.

Contemporary designs were made accessible and within reach by Pierre Cardin and this ‘70s classic design is probably the epitome of chic and contemporary fashion necklaces. Dark blue plastic motif suspended from knotted white plastic mutli-stranded cords.. you could just as well carry it off with casual wear or even at an evening cocktail.

Would you have every believed it possible that a long strip of black rubber and tiny white felt balls could make for a great fashion necklace? Maybe not, unless you are like me and said – why not?

This would be perfect as beachwear or with whatever you wish to pair it with! Jump into the pool if you will…

Add colour to your outfit with resin crystal fashion bib necklaces. You can wear something like this with any colour or highlight any one of the multiple colours of the crystals.

Or if pastel coloured enamel is your thing, you cannot go wrong with this pale turquoise and cream vintage styled multi stranded bib fashion necklaces.

Stay pretty in pink with velvet knotted choker fashion necklaces which has a hint of golden with the short chain. Such a perfect accessory for the day out with friends.

No matter what the material of choice, there are so many options to stay trendy with your fashion jewellery necklaces… !

The Cocktail Neckpiece

You have your stunning evening gown picked out for the cocktail invitation for the next weekend, but do you have your talking piece chosen? Your statement necklace?

Textured turquoise and dull gold is the perfect choice!

Accessorize this Hollywood style designer fashion neckpiece with a lovely cocktail gown, for the statement of the evening is bound to be hanging from your neck, literally!

Unusual materials make for truly unusual designs.. and one of the biggest names in alternative materials used in creating wearable masterpieces is the Japanese designer Kayo Saito . Point in case is the use of polyester fibre, white metal and magnets in this piece called Frost.

Batik inspired clay pendant on this fashion necklace is unique for your evening out.-

Looking for that perfect piece of chunky rough cut stones with a tribal inspiration? Look no further than this lovely cocktail piece.

Sue Szabo’s enamel cluster statement neckpieces are unique in that no two pieces can be the same since they are hand etched. So, own your style!!

Contemporary Chic Necklaces with Unusual Materials

Contemporary designer neckpieces tend to be edgy and it cannot get more so than this fashion bib neckpiece in Indie Rock style in leather.

Or this minimalist design in porcelain and blue glass

If we say ‘lariyat’ what comes to mind are those long multiple strands of gold or pearls, right? Well, not quite if you like this adjustable statement fashion neckpiece.. you can wear it lariyat style or adjusted as a bib neckpiece.

Sterling silver contemporary piece of art – for your neck!

Frosted plastic cascading discs with a sprinkling of pearls … for that uber cool look!-

Another new trend is to use broken china to create vintage inspired contemporary fashion necklaces.

Petrified wood and amber set in sterling silver artisan neckpiece is literally one of a kind.

Enamel leaf pendant on multi-stranded fashion necklace.. contemporary and always classy.

Black and Goth Inspired

You’ve seen teenagers sporting what looks like strips of velvet or leather or lace around their necks and wondered what this new trend is?

Well, the Goth is in! And the only way to rock that bad girl look is to look out for unusual statement pieces and make it your own style.

How can you look anything but dainty in this knotted black suede string necklace with two silver hearts? Or this pretty lace choker? These are the softer variations of the angry punk rock avatar of the 1970s.

A new trend in this style is the mutli-strand variation – be it with this sun and moon pendants on black cords-

Or paired with a white cord

The variations are innumerable, it is upto you to figure out what is more your style and to your taste.

Know your Necklines and Necklace Styles

We said we would decode the fashion necklace for you.. so how can it be complete without a guide on what style suits which neckline of your outfit. Hope this chart helps..

Play around with styles and materials to stay contemporary. These wearable pieces of art will make you a head turner all the way!