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Wearable art: the statement necklace

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Monday, August 9, 2010
 
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Looking for a new way to get more mileage out of your current wardrobe? Have you considered nabbing yourself a statement necklace (or three)? These great buys can be an inexpensive way to add high-impact, runway style to your everyday outfits.

A statement necklace is so versatile it can add instant glamour to your fancy cocktail dress, work suit or a $5 T-shirt.

Our favourite statement necklaces

Work-of-art necklaces are like any other piece of art but you can get much more mileage out of them because they're hanging around your neck, not on a wall somewhere. A necklace like this can transform an outfit. It can spice up a subdued look or add more wow to an already amazing look.

A piece like this can be hard to pull off, so tailor the look to the occasion. If you're off to work in a corporate office, keep the colours and design more plain and low key, if your office is more of a creative one you can go all out with bow and baubles and feathers (oh my).

As you see, there are no hard-and-fast rules. Experiment with different necklines to create a new look each time.

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A statement necklace or scarf ( or 2 or 3) is a great asset for any wardrobe. so easy to jazz up an outfit or dress yourself up a bit if you need to dash out quickly and you don't have time to change. You can quickly put the necklace on or throw the scarf around your neck and off you go. i generally wear the statement necklaces more during the Summer and the scarves in the Winter though there are great summer scarves too. have a couple of statement necklaces i wear that always draw attention and come to think of it the garments i wear them with dont rate a mention. Check out markets, op-shops, local pharmacies and you'll be amazed at what you can find. pick up a great statement scarf at a pharmacy this week for less than $5. lots of Fun! Enjoy making a statement with your necklace or scarf and i notice lots of guys are following the european trend too and adding a bit of style and smart to their outfits.
good advice, thanks....

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