With their bold look and classic elegance, big statement necklaces can help take any outfit to the next level. The key is choosing a chunky necklace that will always be in style and that works well with your clothing, face, and body type. We've combed through hundreds of options to find the best chunky necklace for every person.
Right on trend with its neutral, natural feel, the Kenneth Jay Lane hammered bib necklace turns heads. It's crafted from hammered metal and has a modern matte finish. I love the versatility of this piece, which works just as well with a tank top and jeans as it does with a little black dress.
This is a great statement necklace to wear with a scoop neck top or dress, and it's perfect if your body type is a medium or larger frame. It looks great with almost any face shape, but those with oval or oblong faces may find it especially flattering. The helpful addition of a necklace extender lets you adjust the size to fit almost any neck size or neckline.
What We Like
▪ On-trend, freeform design, and neutral color to go with everything
▪ Versatile style that works with jeans or formal wear
▪ Beautiful with most body types and face shapes
▪ Includes extender to fit different sizes of necks and necklines
What We Don’t
▪ Large size may overwhelm a very small frame
▪ Expensive
Shades of tan, beige, ivory, and brown give this buffalo horn necklace the neutral color scheme it needs to become a wardrobe staple. I love the variation in the color of the chunky chain links, which look especially awesome with casual outfits. The light weight of this necklace makes it comfortable to wear too, a quality that's not always easy to find in statement jewelry.
At 40-42 centimeters (about 16.5 inches) in length, this necklace is about a choker or matinee length. It looks amazing with almost any neckline, even hard-to-accessorize ones like turtlenecks. It's also a flattering necklace length for every face shape and body type.
What We Like
▪ Great length that flatters everyone
▪ Lightweight and comfortable to wear
▪ Neutral colors that match everything
▪ Affordable
What We Don’t
▪ No clasp, which means length can't be adjusted
▪ Simple style may not offer enough of a statement
Sometimes the simplest designs really are the most elegant, especially in the case of this gorgeous choker from Calvin Klein. It's constructed from stainless steel and is available with a sleek gold or silver finish. The quality is excellent, and it looks and feels like a much more expensive piece of jewelry.
I love the weight of this piece; you can notice that you're wearing it. However, some people might find it too heavy to be comfortable. It's also not adjustable and is a choker size, which means it may not fit properly or be flattering if you have a larger neck. This simple style works beautifully with almost every neckline and face shape.
What We Like
▪ Simple, versatile style
▪ Beautiful craftsmanship
▪ Looks like a more expensive piece of jewelry
▪ Comes in both gold and silver tones to match anything
What We Don’t
▪ Heavy, so may be uncomfortable for some people
▪ Not adjustable
▪ Expensive
A bib necklace always makes a style statement, and this is especially true when it's crafted of natural materials. This chunky wooden necklace comes in several colors, but the most useful is a deep, natural brown that looks amazing with boho skirts and dresses.
I love the way this necklace is designed to gracefully move with you. It's comfortable to wear, and the length is adjustable to fit almost any neck size. It's flattering for all body types and face shapes, but when it comes to clothing, you are limited to V-necks and strapless necklines.
What We Like
▪ Natural materials that work with any casual style
▪ Inexpensive
▪ Adjustable and comfortable
▪ Flattering to any body type or face shape
What We Don’t
▪ Limited neckline options for clothing pairings
▪ Casual wear only
When it come to big, bold chunky necklaces, color can be an important element. I love the trendy and super useful color options in this big link necklace. The teal is especially gorgeous, but the frosted yellow and phlox pink shades can perfectly accent your outfit too.
At 21 inches long with an adjustable chain, this necklace is technically a matinee length. A mid-length necklace like this can be hard to wear with some necklines, but it looks amazing with turtlenecks or buttoned shirts and dresses. It can also work well with a higher jewel neckline. It's universally flattering for all body types and face shapes.
What We Like
▪ Flattering for every face shape and body type
▪ Comes in beautiful, trendy colors
▪ Lightweight and comfortable to wear
▪ Adjustable length
What We Don’t
▪ Matinee length, so can be difficult to wear with some necklines
▪ Has colors that may not match everything
Crafted from resin beads and stylishly draped in generous layers, the Laia necklace by Erika Peña is a triumph in statement jewelry. Available in sand (a soft ivory/beige), stone (a greyish tan), and desert (a pale pink), the neutral colors go with everything. I love the way the many layers of this chunky design work together to become more than a simple accessory.
This versatile piece looks great on almost every body type, although it may be too substantial for a very small frame. It works especially well with scoop necklines and looks wonderful with any face shape.
What We Like
▪ Very flattering to most body types
▪ Beautiful selection of neutral colors
▪ Well made
What We Don’t
▪ May overwhelm a smaller frame
▪ Expensive
Seed beads offer an affordable and sparkly option for a chunky statement necklace everyone will love wearing. This braided design comes in 19 different colors, allowing you to find one that matches just about anything in your wardrobe. It's a simple style that will work equally well for date night or ordinary errands.
The length is perfect for wearing with scoop necklines, but I love that you can also adjust it to wear it with other necklines too. It's a great option for any face shape or body type.
What We Like
▪ Available in lots of gorgeous colors
▪ Affordable
▪ Adjustable to work with different necklines
What We Don’t
▪ May not be made to last
▪ Bright colors limit usefulness
Crafted from gold over sterling silver, this beautiful and simple design is a classic you can wear for years to come. I love the way the beads are graduated in size, becoming large and chunky in the front but more delicate in the back.
Because this is gold colored, it will match almost anything in your wardrobe. At 20 inches long, it's a matinee length that flatters every single face shape and body type out there. It's a little trickier to wear with certain necklines, but it will always look gorgeous with higher jewel necks, turtlenecks, button-down shirts, and simple sweaters.
What We Like
▪ Well made of precious metals
▪ Simple and elegant
▪ Versatile length and color
▪ Universally flattering
What We Don’t
▪ Expensive
▪ Can't easily be worn with all necklines
Blue agate adds a subtle pop of color to this chunky statement necklace from Hazen & Co. Paired with jeans, a maxi dress, or almost anything else in your wardrobe, this design is sure to turn heads. I love the way the soft blue seems to shimmer with the citrine, white porcelain, and gold accents.
This choker or princess length necklace works with just about any neckline out there, as long as you aren't pairing it with anything too visually complex. It's flattering on every face shape and body type too.
What We Like
▪ Gorgeous, unique design with pops of blue
▪ Useful length that works with all necklines
▪ Universally flattering
What We Don’t
▪ Expensive
▪ May not work well with visually elaborate clothing
This chunky bib necklace design still manages to feel delicate, thanks to lots of little movable links. It comes in 22 trendy colors, but the neutrals look especially sophisticated. I like the soft pink version, which is called rose quartz (though it doesn't contain any actual rose quartz).
The bib styling of this piece means it will look best with scoop necklines or simple strapless tops or dresses. It needs to take center stage, so it's important to keep the rest of your look simple. It could be the perfect thing to wear with that little black dress, for instance. The length works with every face shape and body type.
What We Like
▪ Flattering on every face shape and body type
▪ Lots of beautiful colors and neutrals
▪ Affordable
What We Don’t
▪ Limited wearability, since it needs to be paired with simple clothing
▪ May not be the highest quality
Every necklace on this list is stunning, but it's important to find a necklace that fits your style. Take some time to try on different pieces and decide what you really love; that way, you'll be making a style statement that's really about you.
