Pictured: Vermeil Ignite Collar, Emerald Cut Diamond Large Aurora Pendant, Gold Oval Link Chain

Adding layers to your neckline is an easy way to switch up your everyday looks and show off your creativity. Here are a few of my favorite rules of thumb when playing with pendants, gemstone pieces, simple chains, and more.

Pictured: Gold Rise Necklace, Small Aurora Necklace with Montana Sapphire, Theia Gemstone Necklace, and Prism Lariat

1. LOOK AT LENGTHS

Go with delicate pieces close to your neck, and layer heavier pendants and chains as you work your way down.

 

Pictured: London Blue Topaz Selene Lariat, Silver Borealis Necklace, Aquamarine Cleo Ring, Montana Sapphire Aurora Ring

2. CHOOSE A CENTERPIECE

Start with a statement piece you l-o-v-e, then work around it. 

 

Pictured: Oval Step Nouveau Aurora Necklace, Gold Box Chain, Gold Oval Link Chain

3. EXPERIMENT WITH TEXTURE

Opt for various types of chains to create easy, added texture. Think paperclip link chains, snake chains, and box chains.

 

Emerald Cut Diamond Large Oval Aurora Pendant, Vermeil Lucia Statement Necklace, and Vermeil Large Helios Necklace

4. COMBINE FASHION & FINE

Who says you can’t mix high-quality pieces with fashion or costume jewelry? I give you permission to layer, let’s say, a chunky bib statement necklace with a real diamond necklace.

 

Gold Aurora Birthstone Necklace, Locket (not for sale), Gold Oval Link Chain

5. MAKE IT ABOUT MEANING

If you wear a sentimental piece like your grandmother’s locket, you can layer by adding to the sentiment, incorporating her birthstone or initial.