Looking for necklace trends that give your everyday outfits a little something extra? Think layered coin pendants, colorful beads and a whole lot of sparkle.
There’s plenty to choose from here, whether you like a tiny chain or necklaces piled over an open shirt.
You can keep it simple or go all out. I especially love the unexpected little charms and the bright turquoise-colored details.
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layered coins and chunky links
We’re starting off strong with these gorgeous gold-tone layers. A chunky chain sits above a small coin pendant, with a larger sun-face pendant hanging below.
Try the same mix inside an open striped shirt. Keep the pendants at different lengths so you can see both designs.
sparkle and a safety-pin charm
If you are looking for a true eye-catcher, then this one is for you. There’s so much going on, from the wide ribbed collar to the long row of clear rectangular accents.
I love the little angular animal charm hanging from the safety-pin detail. Pick one playful piece like that to mix into your own gold-tone layers.
pearly beads and a dotted pendant
This pairing may just be one of my favorites here. I love the uneven pearly white beads above that long pendant.
The tiny gold-tone dots are such a pretty extra touch.
Wear a similar pair over a plain white tee if you want to follow this look.
black band and sparkling flowers
How gorgeous is this choker? The wide black band has sparkling floral details across the front, with leafy loops and little drops hanging underneath.
I’d wear this one with an open neckline and skip the extra necklaces. There’s already so much to love.
colorful beads at every length
I am obsessed with these colorful necklaces. The chunky patterned beads are so cute beside the smaller strands, especially with that dark floral top.
Start with a short beaded necklace, then add a longer strand if you want to try the same mix. You don’t have to match every color.
sparkling thorn-like curves
Want something a little different from a pendant? This silver-tone necklace curves down into two pointed ends, with small thorn-like details along the sides.
I love how the sparkling curves leave a little opening in the middle.
a single coin pendant
Don’t want to go all out with layers? No problem! Try a gold-tone coin pendant on a chain with long oval links.
The tiny lettering across the round pendant gives it plenty of detail on its own. An open white shirt is a pretty pairing, just like the one here.
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a graduated sparkling strand
If you love sparkle without lots of dangling charms, this one is for you. The clear faceted accents get larger toward the middle of the necklace.
I’d try this with a simple black top for an evening look. You really don’t need another pendant.
mixed chains and tiny charms
Is that a tiny chair hanging at the bottom? This stack is so fun!
The gold-tone New York lettering sits above a black heart, with little kitchen-themed charms farther down.
Try mixing silver-tone and gold-tone chains if you like this more-is-more look. A few black beads bring another color into the mix.
black tassel and stacked beads
If you’re looking for a long necklace without any sparkle, go with a black cord and tassel like this. The dark stacked beads and small white accent keep the colors simple.
Try it over a plain crewneck top so the whole pendant stays visible.
cream shells and mint cord
How cute is the mint-colored cord between these cream shell shapes? I love that little bit of color.
There’s even a tiny palm-tree charm beside the knot at the back.
For a beach-inspired outfit, I’d pair a necklace like this with a white tank.
initials and a teardrop charm
This is such a pretty way to group a few charms together. The oval medallion has script lettering and a sparkling border, with a clear teardrop hanging lower than the other pieces.
Choose your own initials if you want a similar necklace to feel more personal.
pale pink rectangular pendant
Don’t want to add chains or little charms? No problem there! This pale pink rectangular pendant hangs from a knotted black cord.
I love the cloudy lines through the pink. Keep it on its own if you want those details to be the main attraction.
a silver-tone sculptural curve
I am obsessed with this curved pendant. The folded-looking silver-tone shape is so pretty against the thin black cord.
If you usually reach for round pendants, try an uneven shape like this for something a little different.
an ornate gold-tone heart
How sweet is this heart necklace? The scrolling details around the edge are my favorite part, especially beside the plain shiny center.
The fine gold-tone chain keeps the rest simple. I’d leave this one just as it is rather than adding more charms.
two-tone loop and drop
Here’s another way to mix gold-tone and silver-tone details without wearing a whole stack. A fine silver-tone chain passes through a gold-tone loop, with a little tapered drop at the bottom.
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Try this long Y-shaped style with a V-neck top to follow the line of the necklace.
turquoise-colored cubes and rounds
The bright bead fans are going to love this! Three draped rows mix turquoise-colored cubes with round beads and tiny spacers.
I especially love the dark veining on the larger shapes. Pair a necklace like this with a plain top if you want to show off all three rows.
blue beads and a round medallion
This is another turquoise-colored look, but it’s a little different from the one above. I love how the blue beads match the accents on the big round pendant.
The short white-bead strand and gold-tone chains make the stack even prettier. Try the same color combination with an open blue jacket.
pink-edged flower pendant
How adorable is this floral pendant? The pale petals have pink edges, with tiny gold-colored flecks scattered across the design.
I’d choose a fine chain like the one shown here. Those little flowers don’t need much else.
a simple ribbed collar
Last but definitely not least, we have this gold-tone collar necklace. I love the close-set ridges all the way around!
There are no pendants or extra charms here. Try it on its own with a scoop-neck top if you want something simple but still noticeable.