Best Statement Piece
The Dante 24-Karat Gold-Plated Cable Chain Necklace
Alighieri
Best Sustainable Gold Chain
18-Karat Yellow-Gold Curb Chain Necklace
John Hardy
Best Vintage Gold Chain
Vintage Gold Chain Necklace 50-56cm/20-22″
Monica Vinader
Best Budget Pick
18-Karat Gold Figaro Chain Necklace
Miabella
Best Pendant Necklace
Kim Gold-Plated Necklace
Maria Black
Gold-Plated Chain Necklace
Tom Wood
Volt Link Paper Clip Necklace
Miansai
18-Karat Yellow-Gold Box Chain Necklace
David Yurman
24-Karat Yellow Gold-Plated Rope Chain Necklace
Emanuele Bicocchi
Concert Logo-Engraved Gold-Tone Pendant Necklace
A.P.C.
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Best Statement Piece
The Dante 24-Karat Gold-Plated Cable Chain Necklace
Alighieri
The Divine Comedy-inspired jewelry brand always has a story to tell—and we’re pretty sure this gold-plated cable chain necklace, which is christened after the illustrious Italian poet, is set to be an elegant conversation starter.
Best Sustainable Gold Chain
18-Karat Yellow-Gold Curb Chain Necklace
John Hardy
Canadian designer John Hardy founded his namesake jewelry house in 1975 after a trip to Bali. Sticking true to the company’s ethos, this gold curb chain necklace—with its twisted and flattened links—is created from reclaimed metals.
Monica Vinader
The jewelry upstart sells some remarkable vintage finds, including this recycled gold chain. Looks great on its own, even better stacked with multiple necklaces.
Best Budget Pick
18-Karat Gold Figaro Chain Necklace
Miabella
Probably the most popular chain of choice for men, a figaro necklace generally comprises two or three small circular links accompanied by a single elongated-oval link. Here’s the proof that a glistening gold chain need not break bank.
Best Pendant Necklace
Kim Gold-Plated Necklace
Maria Black
Copenhagen-based Maria Black’s sleek designs are as versatile as they come, specifically made for you to style together with the rest of your jewelry collection. The brand’s “Kim” necklace with a hexagonal pendant is ideal for just that, so you can layer to your heart’s content.
Gold-Plated Chain Necklace
Tom Wood
Tom Wood’s Scandi-style aesthetic manifests itself marvelously in this gold-plated sterling silver square chain necklace. Its minimalist vibe plays nice with layering on top of other necklaces. Its clear-cut design still makes it a statement standalone piece.
Volt Link Paper Clip Necklace
Miansai
This IG-favorite may be known best for its more modest menswear offerings, but Miansai goes bolder with this quirky—though still refined—paperclip pendant that’s assembled via elongated chain links.
18-Karat Yellow-Gold Box Chain Necklace
David Yurman
You can’t go wrong with a gold chain necklace from one of America’s most renowned jewelry designers. David Yurman’s take on this staple piece consists of box—or square-shaped—chain links in a sparkling 18-karat yellow gold.
24-Karat Yellow Gold-Plated Rope Chain Necklace
Emanuele Bicocchi
Florentine-born jeweler Emanuele Bicocchi’s pieces draw on the designer’s Tuscan heritage, which he blends seamlessly with a touch of glam rock. This 24-karat gold-plated rope chain necklace lies on the slightly thicker side, and boasts beautiful baroque lobster clasps that’ll draw attention to you for all the right reasons.
Concert Logo-Engraved Gold-Tone Pendant Necklace
A.P.C.
With its circular “Concert” pendant, the Paris-cool A.P.C. adds a more modern spin to classic-looking gold chains. This monogrammed necklace is created from gold-tone brass and it’ll be well-matched with everyday laidback and casual looks.
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