Rihanna, Priyanka Chopra & Dua Lipa Are Making Layered Necklaces the Biggest Jewellery Trend of 2026

Don’t believe us? Look no further than fashion leaders around the world.

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Who’s Wearing What?

Layered Necklace Styles Inspired by Celebrities

Rihanna: Statement and Experimental Layering

Rihanna pairs jewellery that turns heads. She often combines statement chunky chains with diamonds and oversized pieces to layer necklaces in an experimental way. Her layering style shows that necklaces can be mixed to create not only feminine and delicate looks, but also powerful looks.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas: Sophisticated Layering

If you’re looking for delicate necklace inspiration, look no further than beauty icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas. Browse our Pendant Collection for elegant everyday styling. The trick to wearing layered necklaces for a glamorous night out or daytime look is ensuring your jewellery complements your outfit.

Dua Lipa: Relatable Layering with a Gen Z Edge

British singer Dua Lipa often demonstrates boho jewellery energy when it comes to layering necklaces. She frequently mixes bright colours, chains, pendants and double metals to achieve trendy jewelry looks we love.

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Why Are Layered Necklaces Trending?

Fashion industry leaders are predicting that accessories are the new clothes. No longer do people want matching jewellery sets. Many of today’s consumers want jewellery that feels more personal and unique to them.

Benefits of Layered Necklaces:

• Mix and match different jewellery designs

• Wear older jewellery with new buys

• Build your own signature style

• Wear your jewellery from day to night

Another reason why layered necklaces are trending this year is down to the rise of minimalist jewellery trends. When styling multiple necklaces at once, you can actually wear less jewellery and still achieve a standout look.

 

Tips on How to Layer Necklaces

1. Layer Chains of Varying Lengths

One tip on how to wear multiple necklaces is by ensuring there is space between each piece of jewellery. When layering necklaces, jewellery makers suggest:

• Wearing your shortest chain or choker close to your neck

• The medium-length chain should be the focus of your neckline

• The longest pendant necklace can help fill out any remaining gaps

By creating length between each piece, your chains won’t get tangled and you can highlight each piece you’re wearing.

 

2. Mix and Match Different Necklace Styles

Similar to creating contrast with necklace lengths, layering different styles of necklaces can make your jewellery stand out. Here are some trendy necklace combinations to try:

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• Chunky chain with a thin gold neck chain

• Coloured bead necklace with a minimal chain

• Pearl necklace with a gold chain

• Charm necklace with a simple pendant

Whether you’re mixing chains with pendants or accent jewellery, ensure each piece contrasts well with another to create texture in your outfit without overwhelming your look.

 

3. Style With Silver and Gold Chains: mixing metals when layering necklaces

For years, everyone has been told to only wear one metal tone at a time. However, recent trends prove that layering gold and silver jewellery is now on-trend.

If you’re combining silver jewellery with gold jewellery or vice versa, consider:

• Choosing one metal as your main jewellery colour

• Wearing the second metal as an accent piece

• Wearing jewellery with similar shapes/appearances

Explore our Shop All Jewellery Collection for gold and silver designs.

 

Ideas for Everyday Layered Necklace Looks

Desk-appropriate Layered Necklaces

If you’re wondering how to wear multiple necklaces for work, consider:

• Layering two thin chains

• Adding a small, simple pendant necklace

• Wearing silver jewellery or gold-tone jewellery

Stay away from bulky necklaces that can look unprofessional when worn in an office setting.

Day-to-Day Layered Necklace Outfits

Now that you know how to layer necklaces, it’s time to wear your jewellery. Here are some ways you can style your necklaces during your day-to-day activities.

• White T-shirt + chunky necklaces

• Denim jacket and a pendant necklace

• Shirt dress + thin, delicate necklaces

Layered Necklaces for Indian Ethnic Wear

Want to wear jewellery with your favourite Indian attire? Layer chains with pendant necklaces to elevate Indian looks like:

• Sarees

• Anarkalis

• Lehangas

• Fusion wear

Pairing a basic layered necklace with your Indian wear can instantly modernise your outfit.

Whether you prefer delicate everyday chains or bold layered styles, explore Tanishtra's Chains Collection and Shop All Jewellery Collection to create your own signature layered look.

How do you layer necklaces without tangling?

Choose chains of different lengths and vary the pendant sizes to create spacing between each layer.

Can you mix gold and silver necklaces?

Yes. Mixing metals is a popular trend in 2026. Keep one metal dominant and use the other as an accent.

What necklaces are best for layering?

Thin chains, minimalist pendants, chokers and medium-length necklaces work well together.

Are layered necklaces suitable for everyday wear?

Yes. Lightweight layered chains are ideal for work, casual outings and special occasions.