Whether Barbiecore or Mermaidecore, beaded necklaces in bold and beautiful colors are an amazing go-to this summer, spicing up outfits both in and out of the water. Barbiecore is typically in Barbie’s favorite shade, hot pink, while Mermaidecore relies on the soothing hues of seafoam green, turquoise blue, or any shade reminiscent of gorgeous ocean colors.
Semiprecious beads always have the allure of understated chic; the wearer chooses this look rather than more typical, ostentatious jewelry; preferring the artsy, imperfect, handmade style of semiprecious stones. Whether wrapped multiple times around a neck (the more the merrier) or worn in what I refer to as troisèmes –(three coordinating necklaces worn in unison) — it makes a strong style statement.
Think Jane Birkin instead of Elizabeth Taylor.
Think bohemian rather than boring.
In summary, the way we dress conveys an image of ourselves – whether we like it or not. Semiprecious beaded styles say that the wearer has an appreciation for the handmade, a recognition that imperfection is beautiful, and a general desire to look unique, not a copycat version of whatever is this season’s newest trend.
And that’s what makes it so special.