Hello OMG readers! I am attempting a new type of post starting today. When I started OMG, I did a few Top 10 posts which were quite popular – make sure to check out last year’s Top 10 Wedding Shoes (I’m planning a new one for this season as we speak) – and I thought I would try and make this a regular thing. I love a bit of top 10 action. So today, I’d like to kick start the series with one of my favourite subjects, accessories!
When planning my own wedding, I liked the idea of having different looks for the ceremony, portraits and reception but I couldn’t quite justify changing my wedding dress halfway through the day since I loved it so much. I therefor decided to make subtle changes throughout the evening with accessories which was a bit more budget friendly and very fast and easy. After deciding pretty quickly that I wanted a black sash for the evening reception, I thought it might also be fun to have a mega statement necklace. I spent HOURS trawling blogs, websites, magazines, twitter feeds – you name it – in search of the perfect statement necklace and I thought I’d share with you some of the runner ups! The good thing about these is that you will probably wear them again.
Photo by Marianne Taylor Photography (The one on the left is me trying to fit my dress under the table for dinner!)
1. Mawi Cabochon & Teardrop Necklace
This beautiful piece from UK based MAWI was one of my favourites.
2. Alexis Bittar Triple Strand Pear Necklace
One of my favourite jewelry designers of all time, Alexis Bittar uses a lot of resin and lucite combined with semi precious stones to create absolutely stunning pieces that can be dressed up or down.
3. Marc by Marc Jacons Claude Statement Necklace
A little bit of sparkle and studs make this necklace feel cool and classy
4. Baccarat Pampilles Silver Long Necklace
Now this piece is pretty gosh darn pricey, but its absolutely gorgeous and definitely worth a mention. It is also just gorgeos and comes in softer colours like gold and silver.
5. Danni Jo Caleb Necklace
A combination of tough girl and pretty by way of silver chains and sparkling crystals. It’s a bit of uptown girl mixed with rockstar.
6.Isaac Mizrahi Draper Necklace
I love this piece as the shape is so dramatic, it almost has an East Asian feel to it.
7. Holly Fulton Deco Necklace
Holly Fulton’s pieces are pretty awesome for a modern take on Art Deco. The graphic designer in me swoons.
8. Kate Spade Pearl Street Statement Necklace
Nothing says classic like a strand of pearls, but if you’re looking for something a bit funkier or want to add some peach or black details like a belt or even little lace gloves, this necklace is perfect for tying in colour.
9. Vera Wang Jeweled Flowers Multi Chain Necklace
Vera Wang has quite a large selection of incredible statement necklaces and this is one of my favourites, once again looking at merging the delicate with the hard, the chains mixed with sparkle is my dream come true.
10. Kate Spade Cut to the Chase Statement Necklace
Last but not least, perfect for a summer soire, you can’t go wrong with these beautiful, simple yet impactful white beads by Kate Spade.
OOoooooh oh I love these all, such gawjusssss finds, Alexis!
Thanks Amma! Am now in search of fabulous places to go so I can have them all!
oooh I love the winner – and the Vera Wang and Alexis Bittar are just gorgeous! Note to self – bookmark and forward page to G just before Xmas!
Wow! Love the Marc Jacobs – completely gorgeous!
Great minds – I posted that exact Kate Spade one a couple of weeks ago as I’m thinking of wearing a statement necklace for the evening too! Love them all + PS cant wait for top 10 shoes as I’m struggling at the moment!
Rachie xo
Hi! I also love the idea of dramatising the ‘look’ as the day goes on and have been searching for the perfect statement necklace. I love the one you wore… Is it Vera Wang? Where can you buy her collection? Is it just US? Looked on Saks website but couldn’t find any.
help appreciated, thanks!
Suzyx
@Suzy The one I wore was Vera Wang’s collection from last year, I ordered it online from Neiman Marcus but I think you cal find it at Bergdorfs and maybe Nordstroms as well. Good luck! There are so many to choose from, but what’s great is you can definitely wear it again post wedding. I’d also keep an eye out on Gilt.com as they do good sales. xx