There is something special about having a piece of jewelry that expresses your style and adds a touch of expression to your outfit—but even better than one complementary piece is multiple layers of jewelry. When you go beyond a basic jewelry look by layering your accessories, you add intensity to your style and elevate it to new heights. Think of the bold effect that stacked bracelets and cuffs have, as well as the eye-catching statement of layered necklaces and chains.
If you want to boost your style this summer through creative and trendy jewelry pairings, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll show you different ways to layer your jewelry that you’ll love. We’ll also provide styling inspiration for various jewelry combinations you can recreate yourself. Maybe you’ve never considered the perfect pairing of a thick gold chain with an intricate symbol pendant, but this is one look of many that can uniquely showcase your style. So keep reading to explore six ways you can start laying your jewelry like a pro.
Stacking Multiple Symbolic Pendant Necklaces
Layers create interesting contrast, which is the name of the game when stacking your jewelry like a pro. One layered look sure to show off your cool vibes is the combination of multiple pendant necklaces. The overall effect is both eye-catching and subtle, since small, lightweight pendants are simple on their own. Stacking your pendant necklaces is a way to make a statement about you because pendants are symbolic and expressive.
Layering a Gold Chain Bracelet With a Wood Bead Bracelet
With this combo you create a contrasting look by pairing the laid back beachy vibes of wooden beads with the strong and refined statement of a gold Cuban bracelet. While the mixed materials are opposites, their shade palette aligns. Working with contrast when you put on your jewelry shows your multifaceted appeal. You can be a mix of easygoing and driven, so don’t hesitate to show that through your style. Pairing these two pieces together creates an overall jewelry look that speaks to your depth.
Combining Mixed Rings With Bracelets
Nothing is quite as polished as a hand displaying multiple rings. There’s something about this look that exudes a cool factor and makes you appear effortlessly put together. Plus, rings are a subtle way to promote your passions and motivations. Themed rings like the ones pictured here remind you about the meaning behind your jewelry everytime you look at your fingers. When you couple bold rings with bracelets, you elevate your hands, which play an important role in your life.
Pairing a Gold Chain Necklace With an Understated Pendant Necklace
Chain necklaces convey power, confidence, strength, but still a strong sense of style. They have many meanings on their own, but when paired with a subtle pendant necklace, the depth of meaning expands even further. You can experiment with different combinations of chains and pendant necklaces and the messages they convey. For example, what would a thick 12mm chain look like with a miniscule cross pendant? What about the alternate look of a fine 2mm chain with a larger pendant? You can play around with metals, shapes, lengths, and thickness until you find a combination that expresses you.
Layering Gold Chain Bracelets and Necklaces as a Statement Look
For a total accessorized look, go all-out with your jewelry. You don’t need to limit yourself to layered pieces on one area of your body. Stacking bracelets, necklaces, rings, and/or earrings together creates a confident look. Wearing a lot of jewelry doesn’t have to come across as flashy, though; pair simple chains and pendants for subtlety, and maybe pick one area for a statement piece, like a thick Cuban chain necklace or a symbol ring.
Pairing Mixed Metals Together
Your hands allow you to work, communicate, touch, and create. With them you can reach out and grab on to what is most important. If you’re only going to decorate one part of your body with jewelry, it should be your hands. Since your hands play such a crucial role in your daily life, adorning your fingers with rings makes a statement you’ll notice throughout your day. Modern signet rings make a strong pairing when layered together. When you mix metals such as sterling silver and gold, your look takes on a distinctive effect. Mixed metals look alternative and fresh. If this describes you, give this trend a try.
In order to layer your jewelry like a pro, you need to play around with different combinations of jewelry and the message each final look sends about you and your style. Whether you stick to layering your jewelry on one area of your body or pile it on, you’ll know what feels right.
