How do I style the reworked vintage charm necklace?

So I've finally got round to listing some new designs over at my Etsy shop! they're only in the one shop at the moment (sorry Folksy fans) as I've got some big Black Friday promotions tomorrow and I don't want to run the risk of people simultaneously buying the same piece from the two different shops.

One of my particularly favourite new pieces is this gorgeous charm necklace. Now I love a big statement piece, but I know that some people worry about how to style them so I thought I'd give you some handy tips with this lovely montage...

So tips, clockwise from top left:

1. Just because you're wearing bold jewellery doesn't mean you have to ditch the prints. An Aztec or tartan blanket is just the thing to add a snuggly feel to your sweater/statement necklace combo.

2. A statement necklace like mine can jazz up a plain denim shirt. Wear underneath so it just peeps through, or button your shirt all the way up and sit your necklace underneath the collar.

3. A big necklace (I think this one costs a small fortune from Anthropologie) is the perfect way to balance out a big jumper.

4. Statement necklaces can give a work outfit an individual twist. A plain white shirt is simple enough to take just about whatever jewellery you throw at it.

5. I'd pair the autumnal antique golds of the charm necklace with layered seasonal deep browns, reds and greens, as seen in this picture.

How do you like to wear your statement necklaces? Post your comments and pics below!

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