MEGAN AUMAN

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eight ways to wear one contra pendant

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from casual summer style to classic fall outfits, this one of a kind Contra pendant works with your wardrobe / click through to see eight ways to style the Contra pendant

I have to confess that I find it hard to leave the house without a necklace on. I just feel so naked! But with summer’s relentless heat, some days my usual big statement necklaces just feel like a little much. Which is why I’ve been wearing a Contra pendant a lot this summer! It’s a simple and easy to wear pendant that still packs big impact. And not only does it work well for summer, you can style it with classic fall looks as well, as these eight outfits prove! Read on for eight ways to style a one of a kind Contra pendant:

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casual fall style

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casual fall style: jeans, boots, and a cardigan // click through for outfit details

1/ sleeveless shirt // 2/ long cardigan // 3/ boyfriend jeans // 4/ large contra pendant // 5/ foldover clutch // 6/ mixed metal stacking rings // 7/ mina boots

As I start dreaming about fall, I’m dreaming about endless variations on my go-to outfit – jeans, ankle boots, and a cardigan. This version keeps things easy and casual with flat boots and a simple tank underneath.

plaid and fancy for fall

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fall style: casual yet dressed up plaid and denim // click through for outfit details

1/ tux plaid shirt // 2/ long grey cardigan // 3/ boyfriend jeans // 4/ contra pendant // 5/ boyd purse // 6/ lace up d’orsay flats

This is the point in summer where I start to dream about fall. It’s not that I don’t love summer. It’s just that cooler temperatures bring so many more style opportunities, with all the possibilities for layering. This look epitomizes fall, plaid, and cooler weather, and manages to be casual and chic at the same time.

outfit remix: black and white striped maxi skirt and black top

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fancy black and white maxi skirt with black top // click through for outfit details

1/ cropped crepe top // 2/ wrap around maxi skirt // 3/ contra pendant // 4/ convertible clutch // 5/ mixed metal stacking rings // 6/ espadrille wedge sandals

What I love about maxi skirts is just how versatile they can be. The other day I styled a super casual outfit featuring a black and white maxi and black top, but I also love how a maxi skirt can be used for a much fancier look. In this case, I opted for a black and white striped maxi with a little more fullness and detail, paired it with a dressier black top, and added wedges instead of flats. It’s the same basic idea as this other look, just taken to a whole other level.

simple party style

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simple party style: perfect for a wedding guest or rehearsal dinner // click through for outfit details

1/ chiffon shift dress // 2/ tassel kimono // 3/ bold contra necklace // 4/ envelope clutch // 5/ two-tone pumps

When your everyday style is fairly casual, it can be a little stressful when you have to get dressed up. This outfit is one of my favorite solutions for feeling fancy while keeping things simple – I simply go for a basic dress (in a silhouette that works for me) and toss on a the biggest Contra necklace I have. A pair of classic heels and a cardigan in case it gets chilly complete the look. (Though truthfully, if heels aren’t your thing, you could get away with flats. Everyone’s going to be looking at your necklace anyway!)

outfit remix: embroidered little black dress for summer

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embroidered little black dress and statement necklace for summer // click through for outfit details

1/ embroidered smock dress // 2/ contra statement necklace // 3/ straw clutch // 4/ woven strap sandals

I love how one outfit can inspire another. This outfit remix was inspired by another perfect little black dress for summer, but takes that dress’s subtle embroidery and makes it a distinctive element. I also swapped the single Contra necklace for a Contra statement necklace, because I’m a sucker for a big statement necklace layered over a patterned top. It’s next level pattern mixing that’s actually super easy to pull off!

summer date night

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summer date night: jeans and a flirty top // click through for outfit details

1/ ruffled georgette top // 2/ distressed boyfriend jeans // 3/ contra pendant // 4/ metallic straw clutch // 5/ mixed metal stacking rings // 6/ leather espadrilles

At it’s core, this is a pretty basic outfit. (Just jeans and a tank, which is pretty much always my go-to look.) But thanks to a fun print and ruffles, not to mention tossing on a pair of wedges, this whole outfit feels just fancy enough for a special summer date night.