The Mix & Match Trend: How to Combine Your Necklaces This Summer 2026

Long days, sun-kissed skin, and summer necklines are practically begging us to bring out our most creative side. This summer 2026, there is one trend crowning itself as the undisputed queen of street style and beach afternoons: Mix & Match (or the art of layering multiple necklaces at different heights).

Wearing a single piece of jewelry is nice, but creating a unique combination that speaks to your personal style is a whole different story. The secret to achieving the perfect effect without your necklaces getting tangled? Playing with textures, colors, and, above all, lengths.

Today, we bring you the ultimate guide to mastering summer layering, inspired by one of our favorite combos of the season. Take note!

The Golden Rule: The 3-Length Combo

To achieve a balanced look and elongate the neckline, the key lies in choosing three pieces with different lengths. Here is how we have structured this ideal combination for your sunny days and evenings on the terrace:

1. The Base: A Touch of Color and Light

We start the combination very close to the neck with a choker packed with personality. For this look, we have chosen a delicate Sterling Silver design with gold plating, interspersed with small multicolor crystals. This is the piece that brings freshness, framing the face with sparks full of life.

2. The Center: The Fun and Summer Detail

At a medium length, we add a fine chain holding a special charm. This time, the star of the show is our adorable sea turtle with a pearl body, matching the earrings. It is the perfect summer nod—subtle yet full of meaning—that breaks the symmetry and adds texture.

3. The Drop: The Vibrant Focal Point

To close the look and style the neckline, we go for a longer necklace. Here we play bold: we combine a paperclip chain—which brings a very modern and trendy vibe—with a large circular enameled pendant in a vibrant coral tone. This color not only highlights your tan beautifully but also becomes the center of attention.

The "Romantic Sunset" Combo: Elegance and Sophistication

This combination stands out for its balance between metal texture and the delicate brilliance of color, all wrapped in a stunning gold plating that glows beautifully under the sunset hues.

1. The Base: The Textured Choker

Sitting close to the neck, we style a rigid choker or a flat-link necklace with a textured finish that mimics small carved leaves or organic shapes. It is a purely metallic-trend piece that catches the golden sunlight in a magical way.

2. The Protagonist: The Multicolor Cross Necklace

At a medium length, we add a delicate chain featuring a beautiful cross crafted with high-quality marquise (or oval) cut crystals. The mix of tones—pinks, greens, light blues, and mauves—breaks the monochrome look and adds freshness without losing an ounce of elegance.

3. The Final Touch on the Wrist

To tie the whole look together perfectly, we complete the styling with a round-link bracelet combined with faceted crystals in burgundy and dusty pink tones. A subtle detail that follows your movement and unifies the entire ensemble.

 

Styling Tips for a Successful "Mix & Match"

• Pay attention to the chains: Mixing different types of links (a fine chain, an open-link chain, and a strand of crystals) is the real trick to making the look feel rich, fluid, and full of movement.

• All in gold (or silver): While mixing finishes is a daring option, keeping the same base metal tone (like the gold plating in this combination) helps the set of necklaces feel harmonious, even when wearing very different pendants.

• Get your beach look ready: These kinds of combinations look incredible whether you are wearing a linen top for a stroll or your favorite bikini by the sea.

Are you ready to design your favorite mix? In our special section, we have gathered the season's key pieces so you can combine them just the way you like.

👉 Click here to discover our Summer Must-Haves and find your new favorite jewelry pieces.