What if I told you that the best way to get out of an early summer style slump is to invest into some chunky beaded necklaces?
We’re at that point in the shopping calendar where most summer collections have already dropped and you’ve probably figured out the look you’ll be sporting for the next few months. For summer 2026, this go-to wardrobe might consist of a mix of old-school classics (Bermuda shorts, midi skirts and 1970s-style blouses) and trendy, versatile staples (Capris, heeled flip-flops and loose taffeta trousers). And then there’s the matter of key accessories – like a holiday-appropriate work bag and a bandana scarf. But maybe you’re missing that final piece that will make you feel excited about warm-weather dressing? The latest member to enter this highly exclusive family of summer staples is a piece of boho statement jewellery ready for its comeback: a chunky beaded necklace.
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A close cousin of the statement necklace dating back to the early 2010s, a chunky beaded necklace is exactly the kind of bold detail that embraces maximalist tendencies and shifts our focus from quiet luxury onto individuality. Similar pieces have walked down the catwalks around the world, across both spring/summer and autumn/winter 2026 seasons. Versace, Celine, Tory Burch, Marni, August Barron and Valentino are just a few of the brands that herald the return of this cross-generational style, with decadent designs that ooze with exuberance.
But it’s Chanel, under the creative direction of Matthieu Blazy, that could be credited as the leader of the pack. Each of Blazy’s collections so far has delivered different variations on the statement beaded necklace that push our preconceived ideas of the brand’s design signatures further and further. Strands of Chanel pearls have evolved into something that feels more playful and organic, and truly aligns with the celebration of eclecticism that is taking over the fashion world right now.