Trend Spotted…the statement necklace

No need to verbalize too much on this trend…. because this season’s must-have accessory, the statement necklace, truly speaks for itself!

Photos: necklaces: Anthropologie, Vera Wang, Elle Tahari , Anthropologie, spring runway looks: Dries Van Norten, Marni, Vera Wang, necklaces: Candace Ang Silk Charmeuse, Stella McCartney, J.crew, on the red carpet: fashionista Sarah Jessica Parker makes a statement this spring, spring looks; Marni, necklace by Phillip Ferrandis, Emilio Pucci, necklaces high priced and low priced: Tom Binns and Surbversive for Target, runway look from Marc Jacobs for Louis vuitton, necklaces continue to make a statement into fall: fall 2008 runway looks from Louis Vuitton, Vera Wang, and Givenchy

As far as necklaces go my motto has always been “the bigger, the more attention getting- the better”! So as you can imagine I’m thrilled with this trend.

For years I’ve scoured estate sales and thrift stores and have uncovered some real “gems” and now it seems as if my arsenal of vintage statement necklaces will be having their day in the sun all spring and summer long! Plus I can’t wait to add a few “newer” models to my collection as well!

Just a few of my “faves”!

An accessory that goes as easily with jeans and a tank by day as it does with a sexy little cocktail number by night- the bold necklace- really stands by itself- i.e. once it’s clasp you’re good to go (a big relief to those of us slightly accessory challenged!)

Investment wise, these superstar necklaces will be super trendy well into next fall. So if you fall in love with one- buy it now and take comfort in knowing that come next fall it will be just as cute paired with a turtleneck or wrapped in layers as it will be this summer paired with a colorful tunic!

Is this a trend for you? If so, what kind of “statement” will you be wearing this spring?

fashion images: Style.com