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The Pearl Choker Necklace—The Old School Staple Now Trending for 2022

Fashion Week is quickly approaching and it seems it is more or less back to where it was in 2019. This was the last time I was in Paris and I found that trends I saw there arrived on American shores about 12-18 months later. In general I feel like Europe is ahead of the trends to a degree, I guess because in the States there are two major cities that are super fashion forward: New York and Los Angles. Not that other cities are not vibrant and fashionable but I find that trends often start abroad, then pop up in New York and LA and then move on to the wider U.S.

In this photo, Chloe Harrouche is wearing a longer necklace wrapped around her neck several times to achieve the effect of a choker. I love how she layered it over a sweater. Proving this is a trend that can be worn in the cooler months as well as when it is super warm out in the summer time.

In decades past they were often thought of as stuffy or old fashioned, even passe but this is no longer the case.

Of course with the pandemic many trends where put on hold and are just now reaching the fore front here in the States. And the pearl necklace is certainly one of them, and in particular the choker pearl necklace. In decades past they were often thought of as stuffy or old fashioned, even passe but this is no longer the case.

I was watching a video by the YouTuber Cynical Duchess the other day and in the video she was traveling in Amsterdam and interviewing people there about what they were wearing, and I noticed that many of the people she spoke with were wearing pearl chokers. I have to say I do not see this often here in the U.S. even in New York (at least not yet) with the exception perhaps of Fashion Week, when of course the more fashion forward folk are out and about. I adore how Caroline Daur wore this simple pearl choker for a more casual fashion forward look, and then how Alexa Chung wore a similar necklace in a much more dressed up look.

In the video the people interviewed in Amsterdam were not attending Fashion Week, they were just going about their day. These are looks they chose to wear to go shopping, to go out to lunch or just run errands. Gosh those European cities are just so inspiring. 

Personally I think this is a super fun trend and I love the old school Chanel vibe it evokes. And even men are jumping on this trend as evidenced here by Chau Bui‘s main squeeze. Wow, he has as much fashion sense as she does! Oh la la!

I do not own any pearl or pearl inspired necklaces so I am going to have to rectify that situation ASAP. What say you? Do you like this trend? Do you have any pearl necklaces? If not would you buy one? And how would you style it?

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46 comments

  1. Ohhh, I love this look, and have a few pearl chokers myself! – http://www.domesticgeekgirl.com

  2. Oh wow, how luxurious is this!

    Candice x

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  3. I love the trend back to pearls as well. I agree that is has all the Chanel vibes. The layering of pearls is so chic!

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  4. This is a trend I have always liked and when I saw the Italian singer Damiano wearing it this year, I was sure it was coming back. Your post confirms my hopes 😉 Kisses dear!

  5. This is such a great trend! Classic, elegant, but somehow, it still feels really fresh. I do have some pearl necklaces, so this seems like the perfect time to pull them out!

  6. I have my mum’s pearl necklace that she gave me but I bought a longer one too that I like to wear with it and with my tweed blazer. Pearls are timeless, in my opinion.

  7. Oooh I love this pearl choker trend. I have a few in my collection. Need to start wearing again. 🙂

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  8. I love this trend but I don’t have any pearl necklaces. They are so timeless that I may have to get one or possible a knockoff to wear. 🙂

  9. The Pearl Choker is both a statement and a staple piece. Classic, elegant!
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  10. I love pearls!!

    Jennifer
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  11. I love adding pearls to my outfits. Makes me feel like a lady instantly!

  12. Very nice. I hope you have a wonderful day full of blessings and joy. Regine

  13. Such a classic piece! I love that it is trendy again!
    have a great week,
    S

  14. Hello!!
    I really like this trend and I already know how I’m going to wear my pearl necklace ahahah!!
    xoxo

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  15. I love pearl chokers and necklaces. I mostly wear them at night time to the symphony concert or the opera but I do sometimes throw it over a simple white t-shirt too. This particular jewellery is timeless so it’s worth investing in it
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  16. Hello Allie, I hope you’re having a good summer despite the constant heat waves!

    I also agree with you! We first see some trends in Paris or maybe Milan and then they escalate to other places, but sometimes the effect is not immeditely. And then you can spot many trends in Los Angeles.

    I have seen many pearl necklaces and pearl chockers over here, even in guys and i think they are really cool! I also liked the selection of images you put in this post, specially that with Alexa Chung. Go and get the pearls 😉

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    1. Yes in the video I watched guys too where wearing pearl necklaces!

  17. Such a classic look with a modern twist. 😀

  18. I sorta love that pearls are making a comeback! I have a classic strand I got as a gift from my parents in college but honestly haven’t worn it much since my 20s. I need to change that, asap!

    -Ashley

  19. Classic looks that are awesome!

  20. I don’t have one, but I think they’re pretty cool and classic. Also love peal earrings. <3

  21. Love this trend, pearl chokers look absolutely gorgeous!

  22. This was trend when I was younger, loved it (:

  23. Beautiful necklaces, I love it!
    I would super use this trend, I thought they were beautiful! ♥

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  24. I’ve never realy considered pearls could fit me very much (always seen on the necks of my grandmas and mom), but totally in love with these new chockers!
    Cna’t wait to try them on myself! 😀
    XO
    S
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  25. Die Ketten sind wirklich wunderschön, da ist für jeden Geschmack etwas dabei. LG Romy

  26. I adore this trend!

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  27. I love pearls, they are so chic! So happy that this trend is back!!!
    Kisses, Paola.

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  28. I absolutely love pearls, especially chokers. I have a few necklaces that were given to me by family members that I wear for dinners and galas. But lately, I’ve also been buying affordable pearls that I can wear with more casual styles. xo Nipa | Fashionipa

  29. Such a classic piece! xx
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  30. It’s very interesting what you write, because I always thought that our inspiration in Europe comes from the USA 🙂
    And I love pearls and I’m glad that they are back in fashion!

  31. Love this post, It’s an accessory that I would super use, I think I’ll look for one and buy it and use it mixed with my chains

    Kisses
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  32. Ahh I remember the pearl necklace trend – in my emo days haha. xx

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    1. LOL it is back!

  33. I think pearls are so pretty and classic – definitely happy they are making a comeback.

    Hope you’re having a wonderful week so far, friend!

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  34. That pearl choker is amazing. I love the idea of something old coming back and becoming new again especially when it is done in such a versatile and cool way. Great inspiration and it just looks so polished and beautiful. Hope you are having a great week and start to fall season.
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  35. I love this trend! What a great post, Allie. Thanks for sharing it with us ! 🙂

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  36. Pearl choker + a turtle neck – chef’s kiss!

  37. I am seriously swooning! Just when I thought I was never going to purchase anymore jewelry lol. I really love the way these chokers are styled, especially over turtlenecks! Have a lovely week!
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  38. Thanks a lot =) This is a pretty great look for summer. Oh a friend of mine is in NY at the moment 😀 Here in Germany it’s also hot, we need some rain soon for the nature.

    Nice post with a really nice fashion trend 🙂 I like pearls too, so this choker necklace would be perfect for me.
    Kisses <3

  39. Cool post! I like it!

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    Kisses ;*

  40. Very nice

  41. I had a pearl choker back in my twenties and I loved it. I think they are classic, and also trendy when styled like Chloe Harrouche has wrapped it around her sweater, it looks amazing! xx
    Janet
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  42. Nice necklaces, they’re elegant.
    Have a good week-end!

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