HER Style Podcast | Episode 217: The Best Jewelry Pairings for Your Personal Style and Various Necklines
Host: Heather Riggs
Release Date: February 13, 2025
Podcast Description: The Go-To Podcast for Ambitious Women Who Want to Build Their Dream Wardrobe and Show Up with Confidence!
Introduction
In Episode 217 of the HER Style Podcast, titled “The Best Jewelry Pairings for Your Personal Style and Various Necklines”, Heather Riggs delves into the nuanced world of accessorizing, specifically focusing on how to pair jewelry with different necklines to complement various personal styles. This episode is part of the popular Q&A Thursday series, where Heather addresses listeners' pressing fashion questions.
Responding to Listener Inquiries
Heather kicks off the episode by acknowledging a thoughtful question from a listener named Sandra. Sandra seeks guidance on selecting accessories that harmonize with her outfits, balancing between big and bold jewelry and simpler pieces. Heather appreciates Sandra’s engagement, highlighting the importance of such interactions in refining personal style.
“Thank you Sandra for your sweet compliments and for listening to HER Style Podcast.” [00:58]
Understanding Personal Style through Mood Boards
Heather emphasizes the significance of identifying one’s personal style as the foundation for making informed accessory choices. She recommends creating a style mood board, preferably on Pinterest, to visualize recurring themes and pinpoint both strengths and gaps in your current wardrobe.
“This can be a really helpful exercise to start looking for similarities and maybe some gaps in your existing wardrobe as it relates to accessories and even more specifically jewelry.” [02:00]
For instance, Heather shares her own experience of realizing the absence of silk scarves in her wardrobe, discovered through her mood board exercises.
Building a Versatile Jewelry Collection
Recognizing the diversity in personal tastes, Heather advises building a jewelry collection that caters to both bold and subtle preferences. This approach allows for flexibility depending on the occasion, mood, and outfit.
“If you find yourself drawn to large and small jewelry, I think that's amazing. That's really good insight to hold on to.” [05:00]
Heather aligns with the “less is often more” philosophy but acknowledges that those with a more dramatic or creative style might find layering multiple statement pieces beneficial.
Key Factors in Accessorizing
Heather outlines several critical considerations for selecting the right jewelry:
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Personal Features: Ensuring that accessories complement rather than overpower your natural features.
“You don't want your accessories to overpower you again unless you have a dramatic style or to get completely lost in your look.” [07:30]
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Mood and Aesthetic: Choosing jewelry that reflects the desired mood for the day—whether playful, reserved, elegant, or energetic.
“I want you to choose jewelry that enhances the story that you want to communicate or the impression that you want to make with your appearance for the day.” [10:15]
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Outfit Balance: Assessing the overall outfit to determine whether the jewelry should stand out or stay understated.
“Look at your outfit in a full length mirror and ask yourself, is there too much going on here?” [12:00]
Jewelry Pairings for Various Necklines
The core of the episode is Heather’s detailed guidance on pairing necklaces and earrings with different neckline styles. She categorizes her advice based on common necklines, providing tailored recommendations for each:
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Button-Down Shirts
- Recommendation: Simple chain or pendant necklaces for a versatile look; statement necklaces or long Y/lariat necklaces for a more dramatic effect.
“For me personally, because I like to gravitate toward less is more, I will typically either do a larger necklace or a larger earring, not both.” [14:00]
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Turtlenecks
- Recommendation: Focus on earrings—simple studs or long hoop/drop earrings—to highlight the neckline without adding bulk.
“For a really classic look I would probably steer clear of a necklace and just focus on earrings instead.” [16:00]
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Mock Necks
- Recommendation: Similar to turtlenecks but with more flexibility to add longer chains if desired.
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Boat Necks
- Recommendation: Opt for earrings over necklaces to maintain the neckline’s elegance.
“I would 100% opt for earrings rather than a necklace which is just going to detract from the elegance of a boat neckline.” [18:30]
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Crew or Round Necks
- Recommendation: Layered chain necklaces or bold pendants to add depth to the simple neckline.
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V Necks and Wrap Tops
- Recommendation: Simple chains or pendants that complement the open neckline without overwhelming it.
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Oval or U Necks
- Recommendation: Chokers or statement necklaces work well to enhance the rounded neckline.
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Square, Sweetheart, and Camisole Tops
- Recommendation: Chokers or pendant necklaces that align with the neckline’s shape, paired with coordinating earrings.
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Halter, Keyhole, and Cold Shoulder Necks
- Recommendation: Focus solely on earrings to avoid clutter around the neck area.
“You could do a really simple necklace here, but with the angle of the neckline, I think it's better to focus on earrings again.” [22:00]
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Off-the-Shoulder and Strapless Tops
- Recommendation: Pendant or statement necklaces for added flair or minimalistic earrings to let the shoulders and collarbone shine.
Practical Tips for Confident Accessorizing
Heather reinforces the importance of trusting one’s instincts when accessorizing:
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Assess Before You Commit: Use a full-length mirror to evaluate the overall balance of your outfit and decide if an accessory complements or overcomplicates the look.
“If you are in doubt about putting on a piece of jewelry, just don't do it. Let it go for the day.” [24:30]
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Variety is Key: Maintain a diverse jewelry collection to effortlessly switch between bold and subtle pieces based on daily needs and outfit choices.
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Consistency with Personal Style: While experimentation is encouraged, maintaining a consistent personal style ensures that accessories enhance rather than detract from your overall aesthetic.
Conclusion and Listener Engagement
Heather concludes the episode by expressing gratitude towards Sandra and encouraging listeners to continue engaging with the podcast through questions and feedback. She reiterates her commitment to helping women build confident and personalized wardrobes by providing practical styling advice.
“I love these questions. Thank you so much for sending them over and for listening and binging HER Style Podcast.” [25:30]
She invites listeners to submit their own questions for future Q&A episodes and to engage with the HER Style Collective for ongoing style support.
Key Takeaways
- Personal Style First: Understanding and defining your personal style is crucial before selecting the right accessories.
- Mood Matters: Choose jewelry that reflects the mood you wish to convey for the day.
- Neckline-Specific Pairings: Different necklines require tailored jewelry choices to maintain balance and harmony in an outfit.
- Versatile Jewelry Collection: A mix of bold and subtle pieces allows for flexibility in accessorizing.
- Confidence is Key: Always prioritize how you feel in your accessories; confidence shines through the best outfits.
Next Steps for Listeners
- Take the Free 5-Minute Personal Style Quiz: https://herstylellc.com/quiz
- Submit a Question for Q&A Thursday: https://herstylellc.com/podcast
- Join HER Style Collective: https://herstylellc.com/collective
- Visit the Website: https://herstylellc.com/
- Email Support: support@herstylellc.com
Heather encourages listeners to rate, review, and subscribe to the podcast and to connect via Instagram @eatherriggstyle for personalized support on their style journeys.
Stay tuned to the HER Style Podcast for more insightful episodes designed to empower you to build your dream wardrobe and embrace your unique style with confidence!