Fashion Trend Spring/Summer 2009 : Statement Necklaces

• Statement necklaces are HUGE for Spring/Summer 2009

• Two main trends : geometric or bauble

• Big, bold shapes are the key

• Bright, attention-grabbing colours with lots of detail

• Wear over matching high necklines

• Necklaces are worn over the collar bone, or long chain

I like the geometric trend most of all. My favourites are the designs by VPL. I especially like the origami necklaces by Lizzie Fortunato, the suggestion of a pliable material like paper and the gentle colour palette lend a touch of femininity to the otherwise fairly harsh geometric shapes.

Which is your favourite design, and why?

Valentino

Stella McCartney

Emilio Pucci

Marni

Philip Lim

Burberry Prorsum

VPL

Issa

Lizzie Fortunato for VPL

Christian Lacroix