Vintage Point: Statement Necklaces

I think we are all aware how big “statement” necklaces are right now. We’ve seen them on everyone– on the red carpet and off. Logically, jumbo-sized baubles also tend to come with a jumbo-size price tags. That is, unless you shop vintage.

One of the many wonderful things about buying vintage is that you can score unique items at a fraction of the price. How? You know, that whole “gently used” thing tends to put some people off. Not this gal! I love the idea of wearing a fabulous chunky necklace a 60s housewife might have once worn. It gives the item a certain… je ne sais quoi that non-vintage pieces just don’t have.

We all like to feel special, and why not feel special *and* be on trend at the same time? Yup, that’s where the V.P. comes in.

I found an awesome array of statement necklaces on Etsy (most no more than $25.00, might I add!): all one-of-a-kind, all at half the price you would pay retail for similar items. Picture yourself wearing this gorgeous multi-strand chain link piece, whether it be with your go-to LBD and a killer pair of heels or your favorite jeans, t-shirt, and boyfriend blazer.

Tis the beauty of the statement necklace, and of vintage: they both have the amazing ability to morph from day to night, dressy to casual–just like that. So hop on the vintage bandwagon, what are you waiting for? A statement necklace is a perfect place to start. Per usual, with Etsy, the possibilities are endless.