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{first chain to the left above is actually a belt}
{the longest white and silver beaded one is actually a belt}
I’m lucky enough to have inherited much of my grandma’s jewelry but I’ve also been collecting key pieces since I was about 19. One of the first places I check in a thrift shop or flea market are the jewelry counters. Something about old costume jewelry is just better made than newer costume jewelry and still has some weight and extravagance to it. Also, it’s usually under 10$ …or even $5. And you can’t beat that!
It’s easy to mix it up …just pile on similar color shades and remove what doesn’t work. Make chains longer by attaching them onto other chains or add ribbons {as seen above}. I also use pins/brooches on occasion just to make it a bit more fun. Get creative with what you already have and turn your old pieces into new works of art you can wear! …however, keeping the outfit simple is key when accessorizing to the max …you only need one focal point and a statement necklace is just that.
{eleise}
I LOVE YOUR BLOG!!! You have such great style & I always am looking forward to your next posts to see what you are wearing! =) I wish I had your style!
Martina
your taste is absolutely amazing, and you are really original
Miss Anne
you + geekery + jewelry = sexy.
woot.
Hanako66
I love to clip pins and brooches on necklaces too! …such an easy way to mix things up! fab tutorial as always!
Piglet
Oh love that look!
I really want to try it now.
heyLyss09
I love all these looks! Unfortunately I’m allergic to several kinds of metal so my collection is real and very small.
daniB
i absolutely love all of your ideas! especially your DIY’s(:
but i really like statement pieces 2 and 4…
loving the gold!
*dani
TeeTee
amazing!
Darla: Retro Ways
Gorgeous post such great ideas! I love how thrifty you are yet you always look like a million bucks hunny!
Take care.
♥
madame b fatale
These are fabulous!! I really love your DIY posts!
Madame B
xoxo
Gina
Layering necklaces… the thought has never even crossed my mind! And it’s such a simple, yet great idea that I need to take into practice starting NOW.
Thanks for yet another awesome post!
Fabi
haha your DIY skills never cease to amaze. This is suuuuch a great idea!
zoe aka drinkupthefashion
i love this post! you are so working these necklaces.
Ben
I truly shouldn’t admit how much some of your posts make me want to be a girl. Or be you. Or just wear necklaces.
drollgirl
i want all of that jewelry. seriously. I WANT IT ALL. i am so greedy. and it is all so great!!!
Polka Dots Stationery & Gifts
Love this post! Wondering- how/where do you store all your jewelry? I have the hardest time keeping mine organized that I just can’t seem to find the right pieces & then get frustrated and end up getting rid of it when I declutter.
Polka Dots Stationery & Gifts
Love this post! Wondering- how/where do you store all your jewelry? I have the hardest time keeping mine organized that I just can’t seem to find the right pieces & then get frustrated and end up getting rid of it when I declutter.
K.Line
Of course, you do this look terrifically. My question is: doesn’t your neck get sore? I can barely wear a silver chain without developing a headache…
Lily G.
I loooove this look of layered necklaces. Awesome post!
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hautepocket
I admire how much time and effort you put into your website. Maybe I’m just lazy!
Bayjb
I absolutely love layering necklaces and having it be the statement piece of the outfit. That is my favorite look, except in the blazing hot of summer.
Iva
your jewelry is so strong! yes strong! each piece is so unique. They come together and create such great statement pieces, but they also stand fabulous alone. I love the mix of old and new. I love mixing silver/white,black/gold, and I think you did a great job with the silver/gold mix. That must be so beautiful for you to have pieces from your grandmother.
<3
Chessa!
LOVE LOVE LOVE!!! I was just thinking about this in my head today and I swear I was going to email you for tiparoos. You read my mind!!
Fell4fashion
Love all these! thanks for sharing your diy’s!!
Chelsea
I love how you make everything seem so attainable and simple.
Also, I love Ben’s comment above. Priceless.
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Underfunded Heiress
I love this look. You wear it well!
Violet
Im amazed by this post lol
i love how you mixed the necklace… ill try this sometime
XX
Vi from Cali
Style Porn
Wow, you have an enviable collection of jewelry!
FrancoB.
I love bulky jewelry, i hate when a girl only wears like little gold earring and lame tiny necklaces.
Diabolina Da Fashionista
your DIY posts are my fave. so inspiring!
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great necklaces!
paquita
I love your blog and your style¡¡¡
Elizabeth Marie
Love it. The more the merrier. I inherited most of my Nana’s jewelry too…and I like to think she gets happy when I wear it rather than it just sitting there, you know?
XO
Victoria
I love these kind of posts you do, they’re brill!
Amazing blog.xxx
Midtown Girl
your. hair. is. fierce. XOXO
K @ Blog Goggles
When I’m hiding from the office, I love to do this. But I completely agree – no mixing gold and silver. I’m so weird about that.
LENORENEVERMORE
Definitely agree, old costume jewelry is better made…they don’t really make them like they used to…& when they do, $$$ che-cling!!!
janettaylor
Cool selection!
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janettaylor
Cool selection!
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Cathy Voyage
Great combinations!
jennine
so inspiring! love this!
oh man, this makes me wish i kept my costume jewelry, it all breaks on me… i guess that means i should stop doing whatever it is that i do that makes it break. :/
Pattie
I’ve always loved those partly ribbon necklaces 🙂
Brown Girl
I love those, so cute!
Stacy
love all the necklaces and the feather one too
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Fashionista
love all the statement necklaces!!!
Blicious
Love all the layered necklaces! great pics as always! 🙂
anhesty
lovesss it! great pics!
Tara Gibson
gorgeous! I bet your collection is amazing!
Dila
yaay I’m 950. follower
~alison
Loving the black and gold set…
Fashionista*
i so love it
amoramor
OMG, YOUR BLOG IS UST THE BEST, LOVED IT
smartscruffyfashion
Just found your blog, can’t wait to get reading x
Lauren
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Grace
This is exactly why accessories are my favorite part of dressing up!!!
Love Grace.
Lucinda
Wow, nice work!
Amy
and I thought I could design jewellery!
down and out chic
you have some gorgeous pieces here and i really like the layered look. my stuff tends to get tangled so the chunkier the better.
Candi
I love your jewelry!!!!
Bruce
That is quite the bling collection.
lamandahugnkiss
love love love! i am wearing the most rad necklace right now totally inspired by you. um, also, my hair is in a cute little side bun. i always look forward to reading your posts.
TheBeautyFile
amazing! you totally rocked this!!
ZombieLace
Fabulous! I love layering a necklace or two but you take it to the max! I love it, especially the idea of adding broaches and pins. I definitely have a stock pile of old costume jewelry I can play with!
Angeles Almuna Design
Nice , nice , nice, you have a really good taste, fabulous blog!!!!!
slauslau
This post is from 2009 but i find that i can apply it today (Mar 2012). Great ideas. Looking for ways to layer my new silver Juicy couture choker. 🙂