Top Necklaces for Summer

Summer is in full swing, but if haven't updated your jewelry to match your warm weather clothes, don't worry, there's still time to get in on the hottest trends of the season. It's time to start thinking about incorporating some fashionable necklaces into the mix with sure fire winners for hot temperatures and cool looks.

Often, our summer getup consists of a simple tank top and jeans, a favorite sundress or other classics that will keep us looking great day and night. To top off these looks, consider adding lightweight summer necklaces that will give you a pulled together look. Some of the best necklaces are long strands of beads that can worn with many different pieces from your closet. Small beaded necklaces can easily be mixed with other jewelry that you own, such as short pendant necklaces or other chains.Shell necklaces and other earthy inspired jewelry pieces are definite must-haves for summer. Necklaces that pull inspiration from the elements, such as unpolished stones, wooden beads or cork designs are great for creating a natural look during these lazy months. You can easy throw on a few different necklaces to create a unique look that will carry you through many different events and outings. Be sure to play around until with different necklaces until you find ones that make you feel comfortable and confident.

Pendant necklaces continue to be a big hit and this season, it's all about fun shapes and colors. Add pendant necklaces to long flowing dresses or peasant blouses for a bohemian vibe. Grab necklaces in eye-catching colors like turquoise, coral or fuchsia to spark some interest. Also, don't be afraid to wear pendant necklaces of varying length. A-list celebs from Beyonce to Lindsey Lohan have been spotted sporting this trend, and it really looks great.

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Hues of Blue: Jewelry for Summer

When you think of summer, you probably conjure up images of hot days, BBQs, and of course, the beach. Summer is a perfect time for pool side lounging, and it's all about being surrounded by water and cool elements that allude to relaxation. The beautiful shades of summer are alive and well in this season's offerings of jewelry that will have you in vacation-mode in no time.

Blue stones ranging from deep navy to vibrant turquoise to muted sky blue are all the rage this season. You can incorporate them according to your style and personality for a fresh take on this year's "new black".One of the easiest ways to wear azure colored stones is to try long beaded necklaces in different lengths and styles. By layering mix-and-match colored pieces with metallic accents in gold or sterling silver, you'll achieve a classy and stylish look. Since one of the continuing trends is boho chic, try a new take on pieces that you already own – like a white peasant blouse or a long flowing dress. A few strands of natural beaded necklaces in blues and greens are just the ticket to creating a pulled together look. Generally, blues set against a backdrop of whites or neutrals are both eye-catching and chic.If you plan on wearing the shade of the season in head-to-toe monotone, add complimentary metallic jewelry. Navy outfits and nautical outfits are best complimented by yellow gold accents, such as wire bangle bracelets or classic gold hoop earrings. On the flip side, lighter blue fabrics look great with sterling silver jewelry that pops. Add a couple of simple pendant necklaces of varying lengths.Earthy blues and greens are the must-haves of the moment. They can feel organic and natural, or glamorous and chic. It all depends on the type of setting and the outfit with which you pair them. But best of all, you don't have to wait till the lazy days of summer to enjoy ocean-inspired colors that will have you dreaming of far off places.

Summer Jewelry Trends

Wondering what the hottest summer jewelry trends are for the '09 season? This year, it's all about bold, bright and beautiful pieces that will make a fashionable statement day or night. Check out some of the top finds and what type of outfits will compliment your choices:

Warm weather color – This year, it's all about pieces that pop. Multi-strand beaded necklaces in cool colors like coral and turquoise look fabulous with neutrals. Alternatively, you can wear a bright mango colored necklace with a light blue sundress. Lightweight fabrics like gauze, linen and silk paired with chunky beaded necklaces offer a good balance and are complimentary. If you're planning on wearing a loose fitting flow-y dress, try chunky metallic jewelry accented with bright beads.
Bold pieces – Thick bracelets and rings in resin, plastic and wood are all the rage this season. You can add a whimsical feel to your jewelry look. Just one piece can add interest to your outfit. It's easy to find fun geometric shapes in attention-grabbing prints that are art deco or safari inspired. Wear this type of jewelry with a neutral palette or a romantic peasant blouse.
Bangles – They're still in, and the look of the moment is all about piling them on. Mixing metals is all the rage right now, with gold and sterling silver accenting just about anything in your closet. These versatile bracelets are great at complimenting classic pieces and shapes. This makes it both affordable and easy to update last year's favorites.

Costume pieces – Summer is the time for fun and playful jewelry. Don't be afraid to dress up for a night out on the town, and polish off your look with a great sparkly stunner. Nature inspired pieces like rhinestone encrusted ladybugs or fun youthful pieces like bejeweled cupcake charms are just the ticket for cool summer jewelry that doesn't take itself too seriously.