Then and Now: The Best Back Necklaces

From Princess Dianna’s cascading pearls in 1985 to Jennifer Lawrence’s strand of 74-carat diamond beads at the 2013 Oscars, we’ve seen some incredible back necklaces throughout the years. And while this unexpected styling trick creates plenty of drama and memorable moments on the red carpet, the look is just as chic for less formal events too. In today’s slideshow, we reflect upon some our favorite front-to-back necklaces and help you shop the trend.

Dress: Topshop

Jewelry: Bulgari

Dress: Dior Haute Couture

Jewelry: Chopard 

Dress: The Row

Jewelry: Fred Leighton

Dress: Catherine Walker

Dress: Prada

Jewelry: Tiffany Co. 

Dress: Stella McCartney Resort 13

Jewelry: Boucheron

Dress: Emilio Pucci

Jewelry: Cartier

Dress: custom Balenciaga

Jewelry: L'Wren Scott 

Dress: New York vintage

Jewelry: Van Cleef Arpels

Miki 18-Karat Gold Plated Braided Necklace ($1440)

Rosebud Dagger Bronze Necklace ($220)

Brass Cirque Necklace ($98)

Swiftwing Pendant Necklace ($228)

Sophia Chez Drape Necklace ($350)

Thread And Chain Plaited Lariat Necklace ($42)

Faux Pearl Back Chain ($935)

Embedded Heart Charm Necklace ($650)