15 Charm Necklaces to Achieve My Favorite Summer Accessory Trend
Charm necklaces are basically a cheat code for giving your outfits more personality. Hear me out: on days when it's too hot to even think about wearing something other than a basic tank top, just pop on a strand of charms to spice up your look. And since you can find just about anything on a charm necklace these days (seashells! horses! pizza!), it's a fun way to show off your hobbies and interests.
The best charm necklaces of the moment run the gamut from simple chains that you can personalize yourself to ornate layered strands pre-adorned with beads and baubles. Plus, I spotted styles that marry the season's most viral trends, like nautical fish charms for sardine girl summer and mixed metal pieces.
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