The necklace is a great option to enhance a look and even change the overall look of the outfit, but when not strategically thought out, it can end up overloading your look. Balance and common sense are essential! From choosing the necklaces you're going to wear, going through the size, to whether or not you're going to have many pendants.
Back in the day, necklaces were an essentially feminine piece – speaking of fashion. Going back even further in time, necklaces were important objects in different cultures around the world, for both women and men.
There are records of necklaces from the earliest civilizations and it is believed that this accessory was invented even before writing, being essentially made of seeds, stones, teeth and even animals. In some civilizations, even, the necklace served as identification of the socio-cultural status of the person, who displayed their titles and accomplishments there.
With the passage of time and the appreciation of some metals, such as gold and silver, history changed and the idea of a valuable object was incorporated into necklaces. Fast forward a few years, necklaces as a fashion object were practically exclusive to women. The exception, of course, was necklaces with religious and family themes.
Crucifixes and scapulars have always been present among men. The difference is that before it was an accessory used on the inside of the shirt, with a lucky charm.
Another type of necklace that became popular among men a few decades ago was the dog tag or military identification plates, directly influenced by wars, especially after World War II (1939-1945). But the idea arose during the American Civil War (1861-1865), when soldiers sewed their names onto their own uniforms.
This necklace with two metal plates contained vital information about combatants and its purpose was to facilitate the identification of dead and wounded soldiers. In the 90s, it became a fashion item, influenced by American rappers. These, including, are largely responsible for the popularization of men's necklaces. Today it is not so common to see this accessory around, but there are still models that have received new versions.
Until a few years ago, it was even difficult to imagine finding a men's necklace without being one of these three models. However, that story has changed and options abound today. Necklaces are increasingly present in men's looks and are great options to complete the look with style and modernity. With so much variety, I bet you'll find one that suits you perfectly.
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Before choosing, think about which suits your look best. Tuning is essential! If you're going for a more beachy look, opt for thin leather cords with maritime-inspired pendants like the anchor or rudder; if your look is more relaxed and casual, you can wear large necklaces with more sophisticated and detailed pendants; if you make the line more social, don't risk it: use a more conservative model.
Necklaces can be a good option for those with a thinner neck, giving extra volume in the region, but if you have a thicker neck, avoid wearing necklaces that are too tight or too thick.
Are you going to wear more than one necklace? It's cool to play with sizes, mix types and styles, pendants, everything depending on how your look is. Invest in creativity, but be careful not to make a mistake. Avoid randomly placing all the accessories you find ahead. Often, less is more.
In fact, the use of a necklace is very personal and is usually linked to the style of clothing that the person likes to wear. Are you wearing a printed t-shirt, shirt or blouse? Be careful that the necklace does not fight with the print.
The men's necklace is one of the most popular accessories today. Nothing could be more natural, after all, it has the power to enhance a basic look and enhance your style in a unique way. Those who wear a necklace can enhance the look in various compositions, such as the traditional jeans and white shirt, for example, in addition to being a differential in more sophisticated looks.
There's no shortage of reasons to value men's necklaces and you start wearing them right away. So, don't be afraid to show your creativity.
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