Style inspiration: How To Wear A Bodychain

We have been crushing on this new bodychain trend since Rihanna was jet setting all over the world wearing one. Hearing the phrase body chains used to call up imagery of a Princess. It can be worn a multitude of ways, whether you choose to wear with a bathing suit for the summer or with simple dress for a special occasion. Not sure how to incorporate this trend into your wardrobe? Follow the tips after the jump:

The neck to waist chain is the type of chain that we have seen Rihanna wearing just about everywhere including on the beach and on the red carpet. Beyonce also wore this chain in her first bikini pregnancy pics and in pics she recently released of herself. It is a gorgeous chain that goes around the neck to around the waist. This is a thin body chain and it works well with a variety of styles. More subtle than thick body chain, they work well with low necklines, bikinis, and cropped tops. They look best under loose fitting clothing or over tight fitting clothing.

Thick body chains work well over clothing such as t-shirts, dresses etc. It would definitely be the central piece of your outfit but it's fun and unique and looks much for expensive than it is. Keep your outfit fairly simple to avoid having your chain compete with what your wearing. Try neutral coloured tops and jeans, or a striped dress or jumper allowing the chain to add a touch of style to your outfit.

Back embellished body chain works best with backless tops and dresses. If you don't like the design of the second option or you just want less chain, this is a great option for you. It's great for if you are wearing a one sleeve dress or top and just want to add some jewelry for some symmetry. This allows the back pendant to be an amazing focal point. Keep in mind that you can adjust the back pendant higher or lower by pulling the chain more or less over your shoulders so that it works perfectly with your outfit.

This style works best at night over a fitted dress in one colour. Not so great with patterns as they will visually compete with the complexity of the chain.

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Picture Source: Phil Knott