In this guide
This guide uses the Pearl Zircon Necklace & Earrings Set from our shop as its example. Everything said about the piece itself comes from its listing.
How to wear a matching necklace and earring set without looking too matched, and when a set makes the best gift.
Why sets are back
For a while matching jewellery felt old-fashioned, but sets have made a comeback because they take the guesswork out of getting dressed. When the necklace and earrings share the same stones and finish, the look is instantly finished, which is exactly what you want for weddings, events and photos.
Wearing the set together
Wear the full set with simple clothes so it doesn't compete: a plain dress, a silk top, a tailored suit. Pull your hair back or tuck it behind your ears so the earrings show. If your neckline is busy, keep the earrings and skip the necklace.
Wearing the pieces apart
The best thing about a set is that it is really two pieces. Wear the earrings alone with everyday clothes and the necklace with a different pair of earrings, and you get far more wear from it than from a single piece.
Avoiding the over-matched look
The only risk with a set is looking too coordinated. Break it up with something different in texture: a watch with a leather strap, a simple bangle, or a bag in a contrasting colour. Keep your outfit to one or two colours so the set reads as polished rather than fussy.
For brides and bridesmaids
Pearl and stone sets are a classic choice for weddings. A bride can wear the full set; bridesmaids look lovely in matching sets, or in just the earrings, so the whole party is tied together.
About the Pearl Zircon Necklace & Earrings Set
The Pearl Zircon Necklace & Earrings Set is a gold-tone jewellery set with zircon stones and pearls. The pieces are designed to be worn together, and each one works on its own too.
- Design: zircon stones and pearls.
- Material: Metal alloy.
- Comes in: Necklace, Gold, Silver · Earrings, Silver, Silver · Earrings, Silver, Gold, Full set · Gold, Full set · Silver and Earrings · Silver.
- What arrives: One jewelry set (the pieces shown).
Styling any set like this
A set is two looks in one: together for occasions, apart for everyday. Treat each piece the way you would wear it on its own, and when worn together keep the outfit simple.
For photographs, wear the full set with your hair back so both pieces show. For everyday, the earrings alone with a plain chain, or the necklace alone with tiny studs, gives the set a second life.
Wearing gold-tone jewellery
Gold-tone pieces look warm and slightly vintage. They flatter warm and olive skin tones and look especially good with cream, camel, white, olive, black and denim. Keep your other jewellery in gold-tone, or add one silver piece on purpose, such as a watch, so the mix looks intentional.
Choosing a set that suits you
When choosing a set, look at the size of the necklace pendant and the earrings together: they should feel balanced, and the earrings should work on their own too.
What to wear it with
Pieces from the shop in the same tone that complete the look: - Geometric Dangle Wear Hoop Earrings: earrings, $21.00. - Asgard Crafted Paracord Hammer Bracelet: bracelet, $21.00. - Love Vintage Shell Pendant Necklace: necklace, $18.00.
Wearing it all year
Through the year: sets are especially popular for the wedding season and for the holidays, when there are more occasions to dress up, but the earrings alone carry on working with everyday clothes all year.
Caring for plated and alloy jewellery
Plated and alloy pieces last longest when they stay dry. Put them on after perfume, lotion and hairspray, take them off before showering, swimming and the gym, wipe them with a soft dry cloth and store each one in its own pouch so the finish isn't scratched. The listing adds: Keep each piece dry, wipe gently after wearing and store the pieces apart so chains do not knot.
As a gift
A set is a complete gift on its own, with nothing else to choose. Check the delivery dates on the product page before you order if you are buying for a date, and add a short handwritten note: it turns a pretty piece into a message.
Buying from Liravelle
The product page lists what the piece is made of, what arrives and the delivery dates before you order, and the confirmation email repeats them. Free US delivery over $50. 30-day returns. Tracked delivery.
Questions and answers
Is it old-fashioned to wear a matching jewelry set?
No, sets are back, especially for weddings and events.
Can I wear the pieces separately?
Yes, that is one of the best things about a set.
Is a jewelry set a good bridesmaid gift?
Yes, it ties the wedding party together and is worn again afterwards.
