Rocking Necklaces with Collared Shirts
Collared shirts are the ideal canvas for jewelry. Whether you favor oxford, henley, or polo-style shirts, a necklace allows you to personalize the way you look. But what are the finest necklace styles, lengths, and placements for collared shirts? Follow these fashion tips for stylish necklace and shirt pairings.
Necklace Lengths for Collared Shirts
- Players: Sit directly on top of the shirt collar. Excellent for crew neck collars.
- Collarbone measurement: Hit near the collarbone for adaptability with any shirt style.
- Lariat: Longer lengths of 20-36 inches that graze below the bust. To show off, open the shirt buttons.
- Extremely long: Pendants that hang far below the shirt can make an eye-catching statement.
Necklace lengths should be matched to the neckline of your shirt and your particular style. The lower the collar, the further you can travel while remaining visible.
Do’s and Don’ts
When wearing necklaces with collared shirts, avoid the following pitfalls:
- Overpowering delicate collars with massive, eye-catching necklaces.
- Allowing long necklace pendants to fall beneath the collar rather than on top of it.
- Choosing a short necklace with a horizontal slash across the collar.
- Allowing necklace clasps or chains to become entangled with collar buttons and hardware.
- Choosing a pendant that can be tucked behind or sandwiched into the collar.
- Keep necklaces in proportion, above or around the collar, and securely fastened to avoid tangling.
Necklace Styles to Complement Collars
Statement Necklaces
- Dependent: Eye-catching diamonds, coins, or sculptural shapes enhance the ensemble.
- Charm necklaces: Charm necklace collections complement chaotic prints and patterns.
- Bib necklaces: Layered designs complement low v-neck and scoop necklines.
- Chains: Chunky link chains provide an edgier contrast to the clean collars.
Everyday Necklaces
**Pearls: ** Classic strands exude beauty and grace.
- Initial/name pendants: Dainty and customized for a touch of class.
- Beads: Layer wooden, semiprecious, or shell beads with shirts.
- Chains: Daily necklaces with tiny connected chains are unobtrusive and adaptable.
Necklace Placements with Different Collars
- Show off chokers by wearing them with crew neck t-shirts or blouses.
- Place pendants slightly above or on top of an open collared shirt.
- Wear lariats and long lengths inside a buttoned collar for a pop of color.
- Use metals that contrast or match the buttons, collar tips, or shirt brand logo hardware.
Layering Necklaces with Collars
When layering a collared shirt, consider the following:
- Shorter chokers and pendants should be worn around the base of the throat, atop the shirt.
- Allow longer necklaces and drops to fall naturally below the collar.
- Adjust the lengths to avoid pushing too many pendants into the collar space.
- Combine metals, forms, and textures for visual intrigue while maintaining overall cohesiveness.
- As the main point, keep the highest necklace’s pendant exposed.
- Layered necklaces look great when they’re fashioned intentionally and given space to shine.
Conclusion
Collared shirts give you plenty of room to experiment with necklaces. To compliment the neckline, use choker, collarbone, and lariat lengths. In addition, select statement or everyday styles that reflect your personal fashion sense. You may show off your jewelry as stylishly as your dress with the proper necklace and collared shirt combination.
FAQs
For Traditional and Occasional Looks
You can try wearing chain outside shirt to create an attractive look with your shirt and necklace, which goes for medium to long necklaces. Or the best choice is a gold chain heaving signature arrow bar pendant. It will increase the length and look so royal and stylish.
As a general rule, it is best to choose a necklace that sits just above the collarbone when worn over a shirt, or just below the collar when worn under a shirt. This will ensure that the necklace is visible without overpowering the outfit’s overall look. You should also keep the neckline of the shirt in mind.
A simple, thin chain with a small pendant will work well for formal occasions. For a more casual look, try pairing your collared shirt and necktie with a statement necklace. This can be a great way to add some personality to your outfit and make a bold fashion statement.
Depending on what sort of style you prefer, you can wear your chain under or over your polo shirt. Some prefer to go for a much more casual appearance by unbuttoning the polo, revealing a bit of chain and chest.
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