Our Favorite Beaded Necklaces to Kick Off Summer

In the jewelry world, diamonds, pearls, and gemstones of all varieties are always seen as the star, or the crowning jewel if you will. But recently, a nostalgic jewelry format has taken the jewelry world by storm once again, beaded necklaces. Beaded necklaces have re-captured our attention with their cheery colors, handmade craftsmanship (which often makes each one unique), and their ability to add dashes of laid-back joy to every outfit.

If we were to analyze what makes the beaded necklace so appealing, it would be hard to decide what we love the most. Is it the fond memories of earlier childhood years, and making beaded pieces for Mother’s Day, or friendship bracelets? Maybe it’s the homemade, crafty, DIY quality they have, which is extremely relevant in this moment of time. Or maybe, because they are just so cute. No matter what draws you to the beads, we all agree that they feel special right now. Their uniqueness can speak to everyone’s individual style, and their customization-friendly nature brings a personal feeling to your jewelry box, or to someone who deserves a gift.

No longer are beaded necklaces relegated to the back of the metaphorical trends line, nor are they constrained to the past eras they had a strong hold on. These are definitely not your middle school summer camp’s beaded necklaces. Elegant, chic, and definitely the “It” accessory of this summer, we might say. Below, our favorite beaded necklaces on the market, but don’t forget to unleash your creativity and perhaps try out some beading of your own.

Faux-Pearl Skinny Striped Scarf Necklace

Lele Sadoughi’s scarf necklace will bring an element of whimsy to any ensemble. Even as the weather gets colder, wearing it over a turtleneck will combat the winter blues.