necklaces
With its multitudes of lengths and shapes, the necklace is the most variable jewelry category of
them all. Most jewelry collections harbor navel-skimming opera length strands and throat skimming
chains, plus plenty of options in between. It’s time to build on that foundation with pieces on leather
cords, designs with multiple strands and colored gemstones that face front and center.
This article originally appeared in the July 2016 edition of INSTORE.
SHOW SOME SKIN
➤ While it most commonly makes an appearance in
clothing and fashion accessories, leather has reemerged
as a presence in the fine jewelry world. It’s
a particularly popular choice for choker necklaces,
which are in the midst of a revival. But leather’s pliable
touch and tendency to age well makes it a preferred
choice in every imaginable style.
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VINCENT PEACH
WHY WE LOVE IT: Placing
elements with an
elegant pedigree on a
length of rustic leather
gives this design a chic,
informal attitude.
DESCRIPTION: Sterling
silver coin and freshwater
pearl necklace on a
braided leather cord
MSRP: $750
(615) 378-1374 | vincentpeach.com
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LOREN STEWART
WHY WE LOVE IT: Long, draping cords hang down the back of the
necklace and give the restrained design a sense of drama.
DESCRIPTION: 14K gold tube and leather necklace
MSRP: $495
lorenstewart.com
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JACQUIE AICHE
WHY WE LOVE IT: Urban
cowgirls and free-spirited
bohemians will gravitate
to this necklace. It’s
easily adjustable and has
a fresh color palette.
DESCRIPTION: For Love
& Lemons pavé diamond
double bone horn
bolo tie in turquoise
leather
MSRP: $1,250
(310) 550-7529 | jacquieaiche.com
BARBELA DESIGN
WHY WE LOVE IT: This dainty necklace offers a romantic
take on grunge-era fashion. The dark leather cord lends a
little edge to a dainty gold pendant.
DESCRIPTION: 14K gold, diamond (0.03 TCW) and leather
necklace
MSRP: $240
(212) 682-0724 | barbeladesign.com
MICHELLE BAR / Barbela Design
NAME THE NEXT NECKLACE
STYLE THAT’S
POISED TO BECOME A
MAJOR TREND.
Pearl necklaces will be making a
super strong comeback. We will
definitely see this style reinvented
in a way that mixes their traditional
design with a more fresh and youthful
look.
TOGETHER FOREVER
➤ There’s strength in numbers, especially when it
comes to necklaces that unite more than one strand
in a single design. They take the guesswork out of
building a look with multiple pieces and make a big
impression without the effort to match.
ARIEL GORDON
WHY WE LOVE IT: Tiny,
faceted gold beads compose
each gold strand
and cast off lots of light.
It’s a simple silhouette
with significant impact
DESCRIPTION: 14K yellow
gold necklace
MSRP: $665
(323) 974-8414 | arielgordonjewelry.com
THOMAS SABO
WHY WE LOVE IT: With
its scattered sparkle
and ladylike pearls,
it’s a perfect choice
for elevating the look
of a little black dress
— or any other wardrobe
staple, for that
matter.
DESCRIPTION: Sterling
silver necklace
with white zirconia
pavé and cultivated
freshwater pearls
MSRP: $798
thomassabo.com
CHAN LUU
WHY WE LOVE IT: Adding
a lariat to the equation
adds an unexpected —
but very current — take
on the layering trend.
DESCRIPTION: 18K goldplated
silver and citrine
necklace
MSRP: $295
(877) 242-6588 | chanluu.com
FRINGE ELEMENTS
➤ In keeping with the renewed popularity
of colored gems, necklaces edged with
stones are in the spotlight. Ones that feature
neutral hues are destined to become
forever pieces that will remain close
at hand. Go for bright stones when an
entrance-making flourish is in order.
MELISSA JOY MANNING
WHY WE LOVE IT: Every stone has
a unique shape and texture. Their
warm, earthy colors are ideal for
year-round wear.
DESCRIPTION: 14K gold and sterling
silver necklace with agate,
jasper and opal
MSRP: $2,190
(212) 219-2194 | melissajoymanning.com
PIPPA SMALL
WHY WE LOVE IT: Setting
multicolored stones
in staggered formation
calls attention to their
vivid hues and gives extra
dimension to the design.
DESCRIPTION: 18K yellow
gold, ruby, spinel, tourmaline,
citrine, Mandarin garnet,
peridot, aquamarine,
tanzanite, amethyst and
lapis necklace
MSRP: $12,260
(310) 260-9222 | pippasmall.com
ILA COLLECTION
WHY WE LOVE IT: Combining
emeralds in two different
tones of green gives the
piece a fresh, approachable
feeling.
DESCRIPTION: 14K recycled
yellow gold and emerald
(22.77 TCW) necklace
MSRP: $8,955
(713) 780-2828 | ilacollection.com
