How to Wear a Name Necklace? Style Tips and Ideas

Everybody wants one, nobody should be without it: the must-have jewellery of the moment is without a doubt the name necklace, which can be worn alone on any occasion or paired with other necklaces, creating that perfect jewellery layering effect. A trend that’s exploding on social media among celebrities and which is taking centre stage in pictures they post of their everyday looks is the name necklace.

A Bit of History: When Did Necklaces with Letters Start Appearing in Fashion?

Where did this trend originate? Like many fashion staples, it’s not exactly new. In the '80s, rappers were already rocking bold name necklaces as part of their iconic street style. These pieces weren't just symbols of culture or politics - they were personal statements, showcasing their names or initials as a key element of their look.

By the late ‘90s, name necklaces were closely associated with rap and hip-hop subcultures. However, their crossover into the mainstream happened when they were embraced by a woman who remains an undeniable fashion icon: Carrie Bradshaw from Sex and the City. Played by Sarah Jessica Parker, Carrie was rarely seen without her name necklace, and with each new season, the “Carrie” necklace grew in popularity, becoming a beloved accessory for generations of women.

How to Wear Your Name Necklace Like Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw

Now, nearly 20 years later, the name necklace is back in fashion, leaving us with just one question: what’s the best way to wear it? Throughout Sex and the City's six seasons, we saw Carrie Bradshaw style hers in countless ways—eclectic, bold, and always effortlessly chic. Most importantly, each look was worth imitating.

Carrie wore her name necklace in many different ways: looking for some ideas? For a daytime look, this short necklace can be worn over a basic T-shirt with a round neck or with a blouse, leaving the top two buttons undone. For an evening out or a chic cocktail with friends, it’s a great accessory to add to a slip dress, all ‘90s style with thin spaghetti straps, which has also become trendy once again in these last few seasons.

Your name necklace becomes even more chic when you create it with the sparkling letters from Nomination’s SeiMia Collection. Each letter is crafted in silver and adorned with Cubic Zirconia, ensuring you shine on every occasion.

Choose the letters of your name and create your custom name necklace with the Composable configurator: simply drag the letters along the chain and instantly see how your necklace will look online!

With the pendants from the SeiMia Collection not only can you use letters to compose your necklace with your name, but you can also create personalised necklaces with unique messages for you and all your friends: as a memory of a special evening like a bachelorette party or as a symbol of a great friendship that will last forever.

Create your personalised name necklace that you can wear anywhere, either on its own or layered with other necklaces to elevate a simple tank or asymmetrical top. You can also pair it with a choker or longer necklaces for a fun and stylish look.

Personalised Name Necklace - Custom Engraving

If you're looking for a name necklace to wear or gift, and want something truly unique and personalised, hand-engraved jewellery is the way to go. With Nomination, it’s really simple: choose the necklace you want to engrave, create your design, snap a photo and upload it to the site. In just a few days, our master goldsmiths will engrave the name you’ve chosen—maybe even with a symbol or small drawing! It’s the perfect piece to wear for any occasion or a thoughtful gift for someone special.