Fashion fans are borderline shopaholics. Basically because there's always a new trend to incorporate into wardrobes. But staying trendy can really drain a person's bank account. (We speak from personal experience.) Luckily, there are little tricks to get more wear out of the pieces already in your closet. Like investing in a few collar necklaces to enhance all those shirts, sweaters and dresses you already have in your arsenal.
Just to be clear, collar necklaces include, but are not limited to, choker necklaces. Chokers work better on turtlenecks, after all. The slightly looser collar category also applies to more plunging necklines. Collars make it easier to layer your necklaces like you're an Instagram influencer.
The only issue? There are lots of options to choose from. OK, so that's not an "issue" per se, but it does mean that it takes a bit of time to hunt down the best ones out there. No worries, though. Because we went ahead and did all the shopping work for you. We managed to compile the definitive list with offerings to fit every budget. We're talking starting at as little as $19.99 all the way up to $2,065. The latter amount can totally be justified by the sheer number of times and ways you'll flaunt the stunner.
Silver and gold are the most common versions. Although there are a decent amount of pearl-esque selections. Plus, a couple of necklaces feature colored stones or wood accents. There are a handful of tongue-in-cheek pieces if you're looking for some real conversation starters. Like Completedworks' deflated collar. Or Ferragamo's giant resin creation. Not to mention Coperni's wrapped headphone number. Looking for something a tad subtler? Try J.Crew's spiral take or Tohum's layered approach. The goal is to make the necklace look like it could be part of the clothing you're wearing.
Scroll down to uncover the most stylish collar necklaces around.
Susan Caplan Vintage Givenchy Gold-Plated Necklace, $1,760 at Net-a-Porter
Completedworks Cove Pearl and Gold Vermeil Necklace, $865 at Completedworks
SOKO Tiriko Drip Choker in Silver, $238 at SOKO
Zara Large Wood Necklace, $19.99 at Zara
Anthropologie The Restored Vintage Collection: Chunky Beaded Necklace, $68 at Anthropologie
Coperni Headphone Necklace, $437 at FWRD
J.Crew Spiral Collar Necklace in Brushed Gold, $98 at J.Crew
Tohum Lumia Helia Multi 24kt Gold-Plated Necklace, $535 at Matches Fashion
COS The Sphere Necklace, $225 at COS
Completedworks Deflated Bike Inner Tube Gold Plated Collar Necklace, $795 at Completedworks
MM6 Maison Margiela Gold Tubing Choker, $131 at SSENSE
Alexis Bittar Hinged Metal Collar Necklace in Silver, $425 at Neiman Marcus
Nina Ricci Double Dove Chain Necklace, $515 at Farfetch
Y/Project Metal Y Belt Choker, $605 at H.Lorenzo
Alighieri The Rocky Road Choker, $1,175 at Alighieri
Completedworks Parade of Possibilities II Necklace in Pearl/Blue, $680 at The Frankie Shop
Amina Muaddi Angelica Choker, $2,065 at Mytheresa
Ferragamo Resin Necklace, $1,950 at Ferragamo
Etro Paisley Choker, $1,750 at LuisaViaRoma
Jil Sander Necklace, $570 at Jil Sander
Completedworks Don't Become a Reactionary Gold Vermeil Collar, $630 at Completedworks