When I look back on the 90s fashion trends, my mind is filled with shiny tracksuits, tie-dye T-shirts and strappy crop tops. None of those are looks I’d be keen to revisit any time soon, and I hope they all stay firmly in the past. I usually shudder at the thought of trying out any of the pieces from days gone by again, but then Scarlett Johansson stepped out on the red carpet wearing a choker necklace, and my retro-aversion suddenly eased a little.
The actress attended the Time 100 Gala event in New York, wearing an understated halterneck black gown by Tom Ford, and finished it with a shiny gold choker and a pair of matching hoop earrings from Roberto Coin. The black and gold combination looked amazing on the star, and the necklace added a vintage-glam touch to her ensemble.
Scarlett’s delicate collar-style piece featured a dainty chain at the front, and it was a simple yet chic way to add some extra oomph to her classic black dress. I had one very similar as a teenager (from Tammy Girl, rather than a fancy Hollywood jewellery designer!), and seeing the star wearing this jewel has totally inspired me to revisit my youth and try the trend all over again.
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The sleek and simple design of this one gives it a very high end feel that will sit beautifully with tailoring or a crisp oversized shirt. It'll make a timeless addition to any jewellery collection.
This classic choker style has a very glossy finish that will up the glam factor to your outfit. Try wearing it under this season's must-have neck scarf to tick off two trends at once.
The jumbo teardrop style front of this necklace makes it look more like a designer piece but its actually only £12! Pair it up with a plain tshirt and you'll be all set.
If you are a bit of a magpie when it comes to your jewels, this crystal-embellished piece is the one for you. It will look great with your best wedding guest outfits over the summer months.
The hammered style metal of this one adds a vintage vibe that will have your friends convinced that you're wearing a family heirloom. Wear with black separates to let the gold tone really ping.
This pared-back jewel will sit nicely under a buttoned-up blouse collar, as the bib design will poke out the front and add a little fashion flare to your ensemble.
I will wear a golden choker in a similar way as Scarlett and use it to pep up my little black dress as a fresh take on date night outfits, but it's also a piece that could work for daytime looks too. It’ll sit nicely over a Breton stripe T-shirt and baggy jeans, or simply under an unbuttoned fresh white shirt.
As I mentioned, the 90s weren't really the most stylish of decades, but the choker necklace seems to have made a strong sartorial return that feels very fresh and new.
While I won't be reaching for a tie-dye top just yet, this retro style accessory is most definitely back and looking better than ever.
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