The trend of the season is chain necklace. Wide, powerful, like that "gold", which was worn by "real boys" in the nineties. Now, twenty years later, chains can be seen in women's fall-winter collections by Bottega Veneta, Brandon Maxwell, Monse, Off-White, Saint Laurent, Zimmermann and other leading fashion houses. This year there are so many chains on the catwalks that we advise you to acquire several types at once - different sizes and weaves. Today, there is no easier way to make your outfit trendy than adding a chain to it!
It all started in the spring of 2019, when chains were just starting to hit the catwalks, but the trend soon picked up steam.
It is difficult to say exactly which past decade has inspired designers today. Large "blown" chains were trendy in the 70s and 80s, and in the 90s they were replaced by slightly less massive, but no less artsy gold chains in the hip-hop style.
What chains are in fashion now? Anyone! This is the main feature of the modern fashion industry - the trend is set, and then you are free to choose shapes and styles. We present the main types of chain weaving that are relevant in the new season.
Anchor weaving
A proven classic - in anchor weaving, the chain links are perpendicular to each other. Most often, the links are rings and ovals, but links of an unusual shape, for example, square or triangular, are also possible. The best example of the trend is the Saint Laurent fall-winter collection. The chain can be worn over a turtleneck, a closed blouse, combined with jackets and jackets of a man's cut. All this is reminiscent of the style of the 1980s and 90s.
Carapace weaving
A chain in which the links remain in the same plane is called an armor chain. Such weaving makes the necklace less voluminous, but smooth and sparkling. This is a good option for laconic looks - you can wear it to the office with formal suits, and in the evening combine it with a cocktail dress. Louis Vuitton and Monse suggest wearing exaggeratedly large necklaces, but this is not at all necessary - in everyday life you can adapt a more elegant piece of jewelry to the trend on the chain.
Cord weaving
A complex form of weaving, when the chain is twisted by connecting several links at the same time. The most spectacular option! The chain has a beautiful relief and gives a multifaceted shine, so it can become the main accent accessory of your look. The larger the better. Wear with lingerie-style dresses, silk tops and blouses to create a contrast between rude embellishment and delicate sheer fabric.
Weaving "snake"
This weaving with a round cross section has several names - "snake" (from the English snake), "jewelry cord" or "plait". The smooth chain with a glossy sheen is versatile. It can be worn with pullovers, sweatshirts or classic jackets. Absolute freedom! You can complement the set with a similar bracelet and earrings with studs.
Perlina
The beautiful jewelry term “perlina” comes from the word “pearl”. A chain with such weaving consists of separate round or oval links and visually resembles a bead. Such chains were fashionable in the 90s, they were worn over T-shirts and T-shirts, and now the trend is rethought. Modern perlina looks more sophisticated, and it is better to combine it with shirts buttoned to the top or closed dresses.
Fancy weaving
Original, sometimes kitsch, the more complicated the better ... A chain with fancy weaving is a statement decoration. It will become the manifesto of your image, will draw all the attention to itself, therefore, it is better to combine such an accessory with simple, minimalistic things: a plain top with bare shoulders, a T-shirt or a chunky cardigan.
