How to Master the Art of Neck-Stacking with Purpose
- CELESTINE AND OPAL
- May 18
- 2 min read
Updated: Jun 2
There’s layering — and then there’s neck-stacking with purpose.
This isn’t about piling on chains like spaghetti. It’s about creating a stack that packs a punch, oozes polish, and showcases your personality. Whether you’re mixing textures or sticking with a refined antique gold vibe, a good neck stack doesn’t just whisper. It shouts.
In our latest Instagram carousel, we styled four unapologetically different stacks. Here’s the breakdown — and how to steal the look.
16.25” flat curb chain with a dainty lemon agate pendant — a pop of citrus that brings the zing.
18” Prince of Wales rope chain with an anchor charm — all texture, all attitude.
21.5” sleek box chain with an Albert clasp + vintage cuckoo clock — drama, story, and movement.
Why It Slaps:
Clean lines, vibrant pendants, and no clashing elements. Warm gold tones unite the look beautifully. And that cuckoo clock? It's just the cherry on top.
16.5” 14ct bi-coloured snake chain with a garnet pendant — sleek, slinky, and deliciously deep red.
18.5” knife edge biker chain — crisp and confident.
25.5” serpentine with a ship’s wheel charm — drapey vintage gold with a nautical edge.
30” multi-gem set chain — essentially a disco ball in chain form.
Why It Works:
This stack thrives on contrast. Soft sparkle mingles with bold edges and it all clicks together beautifully.
16” 18ct bead and bar chain — luxe and low-effort.
18.5” Unoaerre wide flat link — liquid gold energy. Pure Italian power.
Why It Works:
This stack doesn’t try too hard. And it doesn't need to. With two chains, it makes a big statement. This is a quiet flex that resonates.
16” bar link x Prince of Wales with a vintage poodle charm — playful, a little kitsch, and full of charm.
18.5” knife edge biker — a staple that’s returned once again.
20” oval belcher with a dog clip + spinel-set mano figa — protective, powerful, and ready to make a statement.
28” antique hayseed — long, lean, and rich in texture.
Why It Works:
It’s a beautiful chaos. Every chain contributes something different, yet somehow they all belong together.
Build Your Own Stack Like You Mean It
Want to get stacking? Here’s how to nail it:
Go 3–4 layers deep, from collarbone to mid-chest.
Mix your links — round with flat, smooth with textured. Boring isn’t welcome here!
Pick your hero charm and design your layers around it.
Stick to one tone or embrace a full clash — just commit to your choice.
The best stacks aren’t cautious. They’re collected. They tell your story and capture attention while doing it.
✨ Shop the collection at celestine and opal or DM us on Instagram to build yours.
You bring the neck, and we’ll bring the gold.
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