Monday, December 5, 2011

Sporting Statement Necklaces

Hiya lovelies, I was into junk jewellery in my college days. Post marriage, I stopped wearing it altogether. The statement necklace trend caught my eye and I gave it a shot but did not like I much. I was enamored by the celebs who sported them with such finesse. I heart Kirron Kher's with elegant sarees.

Photo Credit: http://www.bharatstudent.com
She was the one who enticed me the most to try this trend one more time. So, I read around a bit and this is what I learnt:

Photo Credit: http://www.forever21.com 

  1. Statement neckpieces must be worn with plain, light self prints or textured tops only. If there is a lot going on in your top, the two will clash and kill each other! Battle of attention here :)
  2. If you are experimenting and not sure of what to do, start with smaller pieces and work your way up. The owl necklace from Forever 21 is an excellent start. There any many dupes inspired pieces available easily in local markets
  3. Weave your personal style with it. While I was straying out of my comfort zone with the accessories, I decided to stay in my comfort zone as far as the outfit was concerned. This way, I was more confident about wearing it
  4. Select a piece based on your body type. There are very few designs that are universally flattering. A statement necklace is a great way to draw attention away from where you don't want it to go. If you are large busted, a heavy chunky piece that rests on your bosom will look odd. Your necklace needs to fall between your neckline and bosom in this case. A large pendant on a chain can be worn to fall below your bust. This works the other way round for those who are not well endowed. 
Okk, enough gyan... now tell me how you liked this...


The entire outfit is a product of flea market bargain hunting :)


Ignore the unruly brows. I am trying to grow out an over plucking misshap

24 comments:

  1. nice ! I am statement necklace junkie !
    they can create a spark even to a simple look !

    Btw I am a new follower , do drop by on my blog :)

    http://cookdokoo.blogspot.com/

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  2. I love statement necklaces, but they never look good on me. You carry it off so well :)

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  3. Hi CookDoKoo, thats a very interesting handle :) thanks for following... i'd love to see your statement necklaces :)

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  4. @ Rads, Thanks... I am just getting indoctrined into the world of statement necklaces.... I hope you find some piece that will suit you.. they are fun!

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  5. Ya..I hope so too :D BTW..lovely kurti..where did you get it from?

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  6. Ha ha..got it from a flea shop in Kolkata :)

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  7. Ankita-you re looking sooo pretty!!!! the kurti is gorgeous-and paired with lovely makeup!!! I really want to get an owl necklace-I saw them at shoppers stop a while ago :) :)

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  8. Thanks Anuradha... I want an owl pendant too... think I'll pick one for the bday :)

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  9. Statement neckpieces surely do an effortless makeover of nearly any dull dress, you just need to blend the right colors and make ;) Totally loving your ceramic pick.Thank you so much for stopping by on my blog would really look forward to your future intake on my posts.. :D

    P.s. I am following you ^_^

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  10. @ Apurva, thanks Apurva... i am looking forward to a few neat ideas on your blog. If the hepburn-davinci dress is anything to go by, you are very creative :)

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  11. Like? Love! Isn't it a terracotta necklace? I love terracotta accessories

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  12. really liked ur look here! Is it Hooked on Pink on your lips?

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  13. U r looking really nice. loving the necklace too :)

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  14. @ Nivedita, yup... the first time I laid eyes on a terracotta necklace and I had to have it! thanks for loving the look :)

    @ Ankita, thanks... i am wearing colorbar sultry pink here....

    @ Ammu, thanks... :)

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  15. you are looking so pretty. Love your blog too :)

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  16. Welcome to my blog Rakshanda... thanks :)

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  17. lovely kurti,,pretty shade,
    I love statement necklace too,,they add a lil drama to our persona :) luv them

    you look lovely here :)

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  18. @ Namita, thanks... :) I love this kurti too....

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  19. U look so lovely ! I like how u ve worn a contrasting color .. Matchy matchy ruins it somehow .. !
    I love statement necklace too .. specially with a simple saree they look great .. :)

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  20. @ Shimmerlicious, yeah... agree with the matchy matchy...

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  21. nice colour combo...

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