20 Breathtaking Chokers and How to Rock Them in 2016

Neckpieces come in all shapes and sizes, as exemplified by the Fall 2016 runways of Alexander Wang, Oscar de la Renta, Stella McCartney, Saint Laurent, Loewe, Givenchy and many, many more. They can be rebellious, chic or somewhere in between, as proven by the fashion front-runners who rock them on a nearly daily basis. (Here we refer to Rihanna, Kim Kardashian, Kendall Jenner, Bella Hadid and FKA twigs, to name just a few.)

Chokers made appearances at several Fall 2016 runway shows, including that of Loewe; Image: Imaxtree

Whether you choose to Nefertiti-out or not, one thing’s for sure: Everything south of your clavicle looks a touch more polished thanks to these inherently feminine bands. Behold:

A sparkling neck elevates even the most exaggerated ensembles.

 

A photo posted by Rihanna Daily (@rihannadaily) on Jun 25, 2016 at 4:22am PDT

Simple bands add interest to a minimal look while keeping things streamlined.

 

A photo posted by Bella Hadid (@bellahadid) on May 28, 2016 at 9:13am PDT

On more formal occasions, sparkly neckpieces make for classy plus-ones, especially when accompanied by slicked-back hair.

 

A photo posted by Gigi Hadid (@gigihadid) on Jun 5, 2016 at 7:47am PDT

Layering multiple chokers stacks the sartorial odds in your favor.

 

A photo posted by Kendall Jenner (@kendalljenner_news) on May 1, 2016 at 7:03pm PDT

Those who abide by the “go hard or go home” rule of accessorizing have no shortage of statement-making options.

 

A photo posted by FKA twigs (@fkatwigs) on Jan 15, 2015 at 12:27pm PST

They’re truly timeless add-ons.

Jennifer Lopez, arbiter of 90s fashion, wears a choker at the 70th Annual Academy Awards; Image: SGranitz/WireImage/Getty Images

Click through the slideshow below to shop some celebrity-sanctioned options along with our personal favorites.