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Friday, Dec 19 2025

Trending Necklaces IRL, Not Just Online

Written by Harry Spencer

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Trending Necklaces IRL, Not Just Online

Lab diamond necklaces are going to be all the rage in 2026 or maybe forever, and here’s why: they add glam and glimmer exactly like their mined counterparts and come at a fraction of the price. They bring the same quality without being harmful to our planet, which is why they are becoming more popular than usual. The eco-friendliness and affordability are major contributing factors to these trending necklaces. 

Read all about lab-diamond trending necklaces from Friendly Diamonds that will create a wave of popularity in 2026.

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All Eyes On Halo 

Halos quite literally symbolize the circle of love and trust with their design, and they are a part of trending necklaces in 2026 for practical reasons too. The cluster of diamonds surrounds the center diamond in a circle, which means it can make the center stone look bigger in appearance. This implies you can get a smaller carat that falls within your budget and still achieve the extra sparkle you deserve.

The Belleza Halo Solitaire Necklace is everything you need in your jewel box for the next year. It has a shimmering solitaire with unbeatable shine presented by its halo setting, suitable to steal hearts at any event.

Halo Solitaire Necklace

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Drop It Like It’s Hot

The Promise Chain Lariat Fashion Necklace is the ideal choice for 2026; its lariat design is what gets popularity amongst the fashionistas. This trending necklace is a great piece of jewelry that not only drops beautifully but also creates a minimal silhouette of elegance perfect for flaunting plunging necklines with shine. These lariat necklaces can also be styled in the most versatile ways by layering them with lab diamond tennis necklaces. Stacking diamonds plus drop shimmer can help you enjoy two trends with one stone.

Lariat Necklace

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For The Soft Shine Society 

For those who resonate with soft lines and delicate shine, this next piece of necklace style is for you. The Elara Pear Fashion Necklace is a one-of-a-kind sparkler, which is why it's one of the trending necklaces that will be popular in 2026. Lab diamonds come together to make a floral design set in intervals of the chain, marking a delicate beauty that one craves to achieve for a minimal daily look.

Fashion Necklace

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Your Neck, Your Rules

If you want your necklace to not be a part of a trend, then that’s great too; with Friendly Diamonds you can customize your necklace as per your preferences. Our bespoke feature lets you be the king of design and us the creator of your dream.  Shop your neckline sparkle at Friendly Diamonds, as per your rules and style. 

FAQs

What necklace style should I wear with a plunging neckline dress?

A. A lab diamond lariat necklace from Friendly Diamonds can be your go-to piece for rocking a plunging neckline; it's chic and super sophisticated.

How can I layer my necklaces lengthwise?

A. You can layer a Friendly Diamonds 16-inch lariat necklace with a 12-inch tennis necklace over a turtleneck top to highlight its ultimate shine.

Can diamond necklaces be made on a gold chain? 

A. At Friendly Diamonds, you can get a diamond necklace customized in your preferred choice of metal, be it yellow, white, or rose gold.

Choose Friendly Diamonds for a Friendlier Tomorrow!