What Kind of Necklace Should Be Worn With a Halter Strap Wedding Gown?

Halter strap wedding gowns are backless and feature a neck strap that starts near the upper bust and secures at the back of the neck. It showcases the bust, back and shoulders. With its distinctive neckline, traditional "round" necklaces -- such as a string of pearls -- can give way to more daring, angular pieces that are effectively framed by the halter strap configuration.

The Halter Gown

Halter straps can range from 1/4-inch to 2-inches in width, and the neckline -- the portion that cuts into the bodice of the gown -- can be scooped, square, V-shaped or sweetheart-shaped. Because most halter styles open -- and frame -- the upper bust and neck areas, you can opt for unique necklace styles that on other neckline styles, such as high necks or jewel necks, would be obscured by fabric or beading.

Pendants and Y-Drop Necklaces

Pendants are chains that hold a charm, gemstone or other focal piece at its center. They form a soft "V" that delicately fills in the neckline of a halter style. A "Y" necklace is a pendant that resembles a rosary and can be either beaded throughout or feature a single gem or other focal piece at its end. "Y" necklaces work well with halter styles because they fill the halter neckline even more than a pendant, especially if it's deep or plunging.

Lariats and Back-Dangle Necklaces

Lariats are single, long lengths of beads with tassels at each end. Double the long strand and pass the ends through the loop, or just tie it in a knot. They can be chunky and bold and worn at the front or back. Back-dangle necklaces resemble long "Y" necklaces but hang down your back. They're ideal for halter styles that are completely backless or those with higher front necklines where a traditional necklace wouldn't show up as well.

Other Jewelry Options

Angular pendants or those that have drops -- such as lariats and Y-necklaces -- best enhance halter necklines. However, if the neckline is elaborately beaded or rises to the throat, adding a pendant may be overkill. In these instances, you may choose to forgo a necklace altogether, or opt for a brooch or tiara. But don't fret if you don't find what you like amongst the drop, lariat and back-drop necklaces. A choker style necklace may be just the right choice for your special dress.

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