Celebs are Swapping Their Diamonds For Stone Necklaces

Sorry, diamonds, but there’s a new jewelry trend this season that’s latching onto the necks of the chicest celebrities. Less ostentatious and far more wearable day-to-day, stone necklaces are the fresh and playful accessories the most stylish stars are reaching for right now.

With a boho-infused energy, this pretty necklace trend adds a relaxed element to an outfit in a way few other jewels could. Already a mainstay in the wardrobes of fashionable, famous people, I’ve spotted Nicole Richie and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley take to the trend in recent weeks, styling them with evening outfits and relaxed day-time looks alike.

Wearing a gold chocker necklace with a vivid red stone attached, Richie added a subtle flush of color to her otherwise all-black ensemble in the chicest way last week. A timeless accessory that matched Richie’s laid-back personality, the growing jewelry trend added a subtle point of friction to her polished evening look, creating an interesting ensemble that felt elevated yet uncomplicated.

Another new fan of the emerging accessory, I spotted Huntington-Whiteley style a pendant stone necklace with a white roll-neck top and barrel-leg jeans while away in Spain last week. Letting her long pendant necklace drape over her white top, the model’s necklace added a point of interest to her outfit without overwhelming her look.

Available in a wide range of colors, cuts, and sizes, each stone necklace is packed with plenty of character. While I like to look for these kinds of jewels in vintage shops and markets, compelling versions are cropping up across retailers and designer brands.