The 24 Best Pearl Necklaces, from Beachy to Preppy

This simple choker makes a great foundational piece for any jewelry collection. The timeless shape can adapt limitlessly to any outfit, whether you’re wearing your favorite crewneck T-shirt or a strapless cocktail dress.

Skirt tradition with a single-strand collar that embraces the perfectly imperfect shape of baroque pearls.

The mother-daughters design trio behind Of Rare Origin works with artisans in Italy to hand-craft each detail of their intricate creations. From the petals on the flowers cascading on the lavallier chain to the trellis holding the baroque pearl, each detail makes this confection a craft fanatic’s dream.

Since the 19th century, Mikimoto has crafted jewelry using the finest classic pearls. This necklaces from the Comme des Garcons collaboration keep tradition alive in craftsmanship while adopting silver paper clips, spiked beads, and shark fins that bring a distinctive edge to each piece in the capsule.

This Chanel pearl necklace drips opulence with scores of pavé beads and a conspicuous Chanel logo. Though a disruptor to the sweeping quiet luxury trend, the campy strand unearths a nostalgic appreciation for '90s runways and the rich history of the Parisian fashion house.

One of Beltran’s many marine treasures, this long pearl rivals a traditional pearl pendant with its unique shape.

While the Miami based jewelry brand carries a vibrant selection of pearl beaded necklaces, this one stands out for its versatility. The lariat shape allows the wearer to experiment at their leisure, with countless ways to wrap it around the neck or wrist.

Known for her tootsie-roll shaped lockets, Marie Lichtenberg incorporates colorful engravings and precious stones into her designs. This vibrant silk cord dotted with pearl beads adds to the playful aesthetic of the star-studded charm.

In her latest “Beaches” collection, the British jewelry designer has paired small pearls with her signature Georgian set diamonds.

This Pennsylvania-based jewelry designer serves a generous dose of baroque pearls on a leather lariat. The contrast between the iridescent bulbs with the simple leather string make it the perfect statement piece for summertime. Easy to pair with a printed dress, caftan, or neutral linen set, the necklace marries the novelty of a statement stone with the simplicity of a muted cord, poised for sun drenched days ahead.

Look no further than this necklace to bring a burst of color to your jewelry box.

Cure a broken heart with a dripping metal one, strung at the end of a luminous wreath of cream pearls.

Buhai’s favorite pearl necklace from her collection, the South Sea Mermaid choker, features one standout pearl on a cord. “It feels so simple and yet very elegant and fresh,” the designer says.

Like a keychain for your neck, this pearl necklace by Ilaria Icardi offers up endless possibilities to incorporate gems and charms.

Designers David Rees and Ron Anderson have amassed a cult following for their sculptural necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and rings, helmed from hand-carved stones. This iteration of a pendant necklace juxtaposes a traditional cream pearl with the viper green hue of a chrysoprase stone.

While Bille Brahe’s collection is rife with pearl offerings, this necklace is a stand-out for its bow tied on the side.

Suspended from a braided rope, this rustic Tahitian pearl pendant would couple seamlessly with earthy knits or a denim button-down shirt.

Stones and beads acquired during designer Ileana Makri's travels incorporate relics of different cultures into one necklace.

This striking necklace rolls structure and feminine touches into one.