Then and Now: The Best Back Necklaces
From Princess Dianna’s cascading pearls in 1985 to Jennifer Lawrence’s strand of 74-carat diamond beads at the 2013 Oscars, we’ve seen some incredible back necklaces throughout the years. And while this unexpected styling trick creates plenty of drama and memorable moments on the red carpet, the look is just as chic for less formal events too. In today’s slideshow, we reflect upon some our favorite front-to-back necklaces and help you shop the trend.
Dress: Topshop
Jewelry: Bulgari
Dress: Dior Haute Couture
Jewelry: Chopard
Dress: The Row
Jewelry: Fred Leighton
Dress: Catherine Walker
Dress: Prada
Jewelry: Tiffany & Co.
Dress: Stella McCartney Resort 13
Jewelry: Boucheron
Dress: Emilio Pucci
Jewelry: Cartier
Dress: custom Balenciaga
Jewelry: L'Wren Scott
Dress: New York vintage
Jewelry: Van Cleef & Arpels
Miki 18-Karat Gold Plated Braided Necklace ($1440)
Rosebud Dagger Bronze Necklace ($220)
Brass Cirque Necklace ($98)
Swiftwing Pendant Necklace ($228)
Sophia Chez Drape Necklace ($350)
Thread And Chain Plaited Lariat Necklace ($42)
Faux Pearl Back Chain ($935)
Embedded Heart Charm Necklace ($650)
Jessica Baker is Who What Wear’s Executive Director, Entertainment, where she ideates, books, writes, and edits celebrity and entertainment features.
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