10 Summer necklaces every girl should own

Looking for those perfect summer necklaces that you can wear with just about anything? If you need an easy to wear necklace that elevates your look day-or-night, then look no further. We’ve gathered ten of our favourites for you to discover, so read on, enjoy and no doubt come to love them as much as we do.

Why are necklaces so good for summer?

Summer is the perfect time to show off your favourite necklaces. Summer fashions tend to have necklines that are looser, lower and show a lot more skin and there are no scarves or high-neck jumpers getting in the way of your favourite necklaces. Instead we're wearing Bardot necklines, bandeau tops and strappy summer dresses - all of which are made to display your favourite chains and chokers. Not only that, but there are so many beautiful summer outfits to accessorise, from floral frocks to shorts and blouses or beach wear, the possibilities for wearing all your favourite summer necklaces are endless.

Here are ten of our favourite summer necklace styles that we think capture the spirit of summer (and look hot, hot, hot with your summer wardrobe!)

Beaded beauties: the surf babe beaded necklace

Beaded necklaces are made for summer. Their beachy, breezy vibe looks great with short dungarees, maxi dresses or beach wear. We love this series of silver beaded necklaces from Daisy London. Choose one or mix several colours for a textured surf babe look.

Moonstruck: the beauty of a gemstone necklace

If you love a gemstone, add a touch of iridescent colour to your look with the milky, opal shades of this moonstone pendant from Daisy London. Channel your inner hippy chick by wearing it with a long flowing summer dress or maxi skirt. Or team it with denim, white floaty blouses, or broderie anglaise to show off the dusky array of colours within the stone. 

Summery shades: splashes of colour for summer vibes

Bringing all the colours of the rainbow, this Dopamine choker necklace from Coeur de Lion is made for summer adventures. It's the ideal accessory for beach wear or party wear, moving seamlessly from day to night, picking out colours from your favourite outfits. The spectrum of summery shades remind us of blue skies, beach days and ice cream treats. Wear them with complementary or contrasting shades in whatever else you’re wearing. Alternatively, use it to bring a splash of colour to your black, white, grey or cream items.

Classic fun: the long chain tassel necklace

This Annie Haak Tassel necklace is a classic in modern jewellery terms. It comes in silver or gold and epitomises the frivolous and playful vibes of summer. Not only does it look gorgeous on its own over casual t-shirts, nestled against flouncy white blouses or sexy black dresses, but it also looks stunning stacked with other chains. Wear it day or night for an instant hint of novelty and nostalgia.

Talisman trends: your very own lucky charm

Nomination are well known for their sleek and sophisticated, trendy charm bracelets. But they have also recently released a new series of Talismani necklaces and we think they’re simply perfect for summer. Available in silver or gold, there are several designs to choose from depending on your mood. Each one features a tablet shaped pendant and a different manifestation, inviting love, light, luck and opportunity.

Each one boasts a sparkling motif on embedded on the front and a message engraved on the reverse. Plus a small, symbolic charm which sits alongside the main pendant. To top it all off, a gemstone corresponding to each manifestation hangs at the end of the clasp. Buy one as a gift for a friend or even as matching necklaces to celebrate a friendship. Then wear them with your favourite denim shorts and summer dresses for those long sundowners at the beach.

Summer necklaces that sparkle on those summer nights

Everyone needs a touch of sparkle for those long summer evenings enjoying drinks in the garden or cocktails by the pool - and we’ve got just the thing.

This Crystal Charm necklace from Olivia Burton is an easy win to elevate any outfit. It features sparkling crystals in various shapes on a delicate gold chain. It's a piece that will look just as good with jeans as a little black dress, so wear it with anything to bring a touch of glamour to your ensemble.

Bringing the sunshine and starlight

We all need a bit more sunshine and starlight in our lives and with this Felicity Full Sun necklace you get both! This gorgeous design could be either, bringing a shining focus to your look, whether you’re stepping out during the day or dressing up for an evening out. You can even choose the colour of the crystal centre by opting for a pure, clear stone or pale blue.

Cheating at summer necklaces stacks

Stacking your various chains and pendants is a trend that shows no sign of going away anytime soon. But it can get complicated finding pieces that work together and don’t end up in a tangled mess. This Illusion gold chain set from Olivia Burton provides the ideal necklace hack for those who find stacking a pain. It comes ready made, with three strands of gold chain in one. Pop it on and look on top of the latest trends without no effort required.

Share your rainbow

Another trend that shows no sign of abating soon is the fascination with personalised jewellery. In particular, the love for initial necklaces. There are many examples of this trend, but we particularly like this multicoloured version by PDPaola.

Not only is it 18k gold and pretty as a picture, it also boasts nine different gemstones in a colourful halo. From tiger’s eye to mother of pearl and peridot, this rainbow of gems brings all the colours of summer to life in one little necklace. Get yours now to share your own personal rainbow.

Turquoise and gold: the summer necklaces staple

Turquoise has to be one of our favourite colours for summer. It evokes endless blue skies and azure waters. We love this Turquoise Hearts and Gold Stars necklace from Annie Haak because its summery shades of blue and gold are simply too pretty to ignore. Tiny gold hearts and stars mingle with turquoise beads in a glorious celebration of summer love, days at the beach and toes dipped in the sea.