how cliche.

even though the weather says contrary, my pumpkin spice lattes (yes i am one of those. this is a no judgement blog) and pinterest posts are telling me that it is finally fall! of course in this season the first thing to be discussed fashion-wise is layering. why would i post a blog that everyone and their sister talks about this time of year? your thoughts may be resonating with this blog title. but give me a chance. i am not talking about taking out your flannels and throwing a jean over it. i am not that girl. what i want to discuss is something i wish i had thought of a long time ago.

statement necklaces have been a hit for every girl for a while. want to make your jeans and tee stand out? throw a statement necklace on it. bam. we have all become very familiar with this idea. but let me rock your accessory world for a moment. why not take the classic theory of fall layering and apply it to your beloved chunky necklaces? take two (or more but be cautious) and put them on together.

 i know. genius.

but like any fashion trend, there are specific guidelines to follow in order to avoid catastrophe. just as with mixing patterns, it is wise to stick with the same color scheme until you have mastered the trade. it is also a good idea to take a chunky necklace mixed with a lighter one to abstain from over kill. i have put a few collections together for you to feast your eyes upon and to give an idea of how they should be styled.

now is the challenge of what to wear with your new fashion experiment. your lbd (if you don't know what that means exit off my blog immediately) would colab nicely with the layering necklaces and some printed flats. this is when you can pull out that previously mentioned jean jacket to casualize it for day to day wear. a personal favorite application of mine is the ever so precious beatles tank and comfy black skinny jeans. this can transform you from prep to boho in a matter of seconds. thank you john lennon.

coco.

the subtle blues in both of these statements make them a match made in heaven.

rustic butterfly (anthropologie)

sky blue half necklace (forever 21) 

this is for those who may be a little hesitant to try this trend. a small "c" necklace inside of the statement adds another depth. 

interwoven "c" (sophie's)

peach jewel flapper (forever 21)

this is my favorite example to show you. i love how the triangles in the back fade behind the neon shade of pink. sorry there i go on my rambles again. 

alternating pink triangle (francesca's)

neon pink statement (charming charlie's)