The right accessories can really make or break an outfit. Because the neckline is such a visible accessory location, it's especially important to select the right jewelry.
Sticking out your neck
Depending upon your outfit, other accessories, and the neckline of your apparel, many different necklaces may be appropriate.
If the neckline is a "V" shape, a round strand of pearls obviously won't do. You're better off with a necklace that will follow the contours of the "V", and that falls far enough down the "V" so that it's not hovering six inches above the collar of your top.
A round neckline calls for a rounder shaped necklace. Strands of pearls often fit the bill here. Because there are so many colors of pearls (white, black, pink), and because it is possible to easily by cheap imitation pearls that don't look so very fake, pearls are often a good choice.
If the neckline of your shirt comes up over your collar bone, you might consider not wearing a necklace at all; oftentimes, a necklace looks out of place on top of the fabric of an outfit. Instead, I would suggest wearing long, dangly earrings, or other noticeable jewelry to offset the accessory-free neck zone.
Overall, if you're wearing a relatively large, particularly glitzy, or otherwise noticeable necklace, it's a good idea to shy away from other big, noticeable pieces of jewelry. When wearing such a necklace, complement it with stud earrings; this way, your jewelery will nicely off-set each other rather than competing for attention. Too much big, glitzy jewelry at one time is overwhelming to the eye.
This is one way to accessorize...
...but I wouldn't recommend it. Talk about tying yourself up in a knot!
Shopping for necklaces
There are lots of places to find quality, reasonably priced jewelery, including necklaces. Check out a couple of these sites:
 | Blue Nile
Shop Blue Nile for certified diamonds, a broad selection of beautiful pearls, and a wide variety of classic gold and platinum jewelry at outstanding prices. At Blue Nile you can shop for loose diamonds, engagement rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, jewelry and watches with the piece of mind of having superior quality. You can create your own jewelry — choose the right diamond and Blue Nile will set it in your favorite earring, pendant, or ring design. Every order is shipped free via FedEx sh... |
 | ICE.com
ICE.com is a leading destination for all your jewelry purchases. ICE.com carries a great selection of diamond, sapphire, emerald and jade necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings, pendants, watches and pins, in an assortment of gold, silver, pearls and gems. ICE.com has an unprecedented record and reputation for bringing quality jewelry to some of the world's most prestigious stores. Now, ICE.com brings it directly to you, affording ICE.com customers the opportunity for beautiful jewelry at incredi... |
 | Macy's Jewelry
Macy's Jewelry: Gold, Silver, Diamond, Amethyst - it's all here to choose from!
Products include: bridal and fashion jewelry |
 | REEDS Jewelers
Reeds Jewelers provides an extraordinary line of fine jewelry, collectibles, customized jewelry, and watches. At Reeds Jewelers, choose from an extensive selection of diamond, precious and semiprecious gemstones, pearls, gold, sterling silver, titanium, platinum, charms and much more, for the entire family. Reeds Jewelers also offers many exclusive lines of high-end jewelry such as, Reeds Exclusive Venus Diamond Jewelry Collection and their Exclusive Color Gemstone Collection. Visit Reeds Jewe... |
Have fun with your accessories!
Necklaces need not be boring to be appropriate. A little bit of flair can go a long way to enhancing an outfit, so don't be afraid to try something a little more interesting!
 |  |  Just be sure to wear it around your neck! |