Making Jewellery Work With A High Neckline

A high
neckline is something that suits a lot of people, but many women are reluctant
to choose this style because it can be hard to accessorise, especially when it
comes to necklaces. A high neckline,
such as a turtleneck, roll neck or high necked halter style can be very
flattering and look professional, allowing you to get away with a shorter
hemline, in the same way that a long sleeve balances out a shorter hem. In the winter they're great for wearing to
keep your neck warm, but in the summer these can be the ideal garments to wear
for evening barbecues and gatherings, as they'll keep the chill off for longer
once the sun starts to fade.
Wearing a
necklace with this style of neckline can be done with a little attention. You don't want the pendant to sit at your
bust line as this is not flattering to any figure, especially not with a fuller
bust. If you place your hand across the
middle of your chest, with the top of your hand just below your clavicle line
then the pendant should sit at the bottom of your hand. Our necklace chains are adjustable between 16
and 18 inches so you can change where the pendant sits depending on your
neckline and height. A necklace can also
be on a longer chain, so it hangs between your bust and belly button, a
flattering, modern look that is great for nights out. Keep necklaces to a single one, unless you're
confident that a longer and shorter one will look good together. This look can work with a block colour dress
and understated hair and shoes, but it can verge on being too much if you have
a patterned outfit or very decorative heels.
In terms of
pendant style, you want something which makes an impact as it will be framed by
your top. Our Spicy collection is ideal
for pairing with high necklines and the matching earrings would look amazing
with a black high necked dress. If you
would rather not wear a necklace with a high neckline, then a pair of statement
earrings can provide that shine and interest instead of a necklace. Drop earrings, or really big studs are best
for wearing with a high neckline, as they stand out well and elongate your neck
– one of the reasons people avoid a high neckline is because they think it will
shorten their neck and body, but with the right earrings it can actually make
you seem taller and slimmer. Wear your
hair up to draw attention to your statement neckline and statement
earrings. Our Flames and Waves, sterling
silver drop earrings are perfect for this look and they both move with you to
add a touch of gracefulness to your look.
Bangles are
ideal for wearing with a high neckline if you can't find a necklace you like to
work with it. Paired with statement
earrings a chunky bangle with your high necked dress or top is a modern,
elegant and striking look that will fit right in at a London nightclub, a beach
bar in the Bahamas or a cosy bistro in Paris.
Our Angelica and Titanic bangles are perfect for this look. Why not
stack a couple on each arm?
We hope these
ideas have opened up the possibility of wearing a higher neckline for you; it's
a flattering style that continues to work well even as we get older. In fact, a higher neckline is a great way of
hiding loose skin on the neck and upper chest, so embrace this modern style and
stay looking younger for longer.
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