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Q. I recently picked up some striped tees (the open V-neck from Anthropologie in orange and yellow) and the Dotted tee in navy from JCrew. They are just casual tees, but I would like to wear some type of necklace with them. I’m stumped as to what works with these (if anything). Can you give me some suggestions?

A. I love the idea of dressing up a basic t-shirt (printed or plain) with a statement necklace — the epitome of laid-back chic that’s perfect for summer. Look for bold bright candy colored necklaces and chunky chains to make a statement, or go for something more delicate for a subtle look; the possibilities are truly endless. Here are some options for every budget and style.

Tory Burch Logo-Clasp Resin Chain Necklace, Navy $195.00 - CUSP

Kenneth Jay Lane Turquoise Bib Necklace $95.00 - Charm & Chain

Style&co. Necklace, Gold-Tone Teal and Turquoise Hammered Statement Necklace $30.00 - Macy’s

kate spade new york Necklace, 12k Gold-Plated Turquoise-Colored Stone Statement Necklace $178.00 - Macy’s

Sabine Coral Statement Necklace $38.00 - Piperlime

Pim Larkin Three Row Beaded Statement Necklace $46.00 - Piperlime

Topshop Statement Necklace $25.00 - Nordstrom

Nollie V-Neck Striped Tee $16.50 - PacSun

Knot Pave Long Pendant Necklace $39.50 - Banana Republic

Red Lynda Pendant $28.00 - BaubleBar

Kenneth Jay Lane Turquoise & Rhinestone Medallion Necklace $150.00 - Last Call by Neiman Marcus

Kenneth jay lane Stick Necklace $72.00 - shopbop.com

Silver Chain Collar $42.00 - BaubleBar

ASOS Curb Chain Triangle Necklace $29.93 - Asos

Gala Pale Canary Chunky Curb Chain Necklace $110.00 - Max & Chloe

ASOS Open Link Chain Collar Necklace $19.95 - Asos

Q. I’ve been seeing a lot of pictures of celebrities wearing chokers. Is this trend coming back? Please say no!

A. You’ve got a keen eye! Like it or not, chokers and collars are indeed making a comeback — at least for another season or two, having been spotted on the Spring 2012 runways at shows like Charlotte Ronson, Donna Karan, and Elie Tahari. No need to fear this trend, the new chokers are far more fashionable than the ones you remember from the late ’80s and early ’90s. Ranging from chain link chokers to Cleopatra-esque collars, the one thing the new chokers have in common: they make a statement. Try one of these chic options with a plunge neck dress or a classic button down shirt.

Crocodile Print Collar $40 - Topshop

Alexis Bittar Translucent Collar Necklace $190 - Intermix

ABS Mixed Metals Braided Necklace $85 - Max & Chloe

ASOS Statement Linked Leaves Collar $64 - Asos

French Connection Organic Link Choker $45 - Asos

Noir Jewelry - BW Masai Chain Choker $100 - Zappos

Ronnie HAMMERED METAL SIMPLE CHOKER $130 - Reiss

Fallon Gold Dystopia Oversized Choker $75 - Barneys New York

Q. I have a couple floral collar necklaces and I’m not sure what to wear them with. Can you help?

A. This is such a bold style that it’s best to let the necklace make a statement and keep everything around it simple. This applies to your top (or dress) as well as any other jewelry; earrings should be small and simple. A chunky short necklace looks great with crew or scoop neck tops as well as button down collar shirts.

Marc New York raspberry zipper detail bandage sheath dress $95 - Bluefly

Ian R.N. / Color Block Tunic $258 $129 - La Garçonne

White Oxford Collar Shirt $56 - Topshop

Floral Collar Necklace $5 - Forever 21

kate spade new york First Blush Short Necklace, 18” $298 - Bloomingdale’s

Natasha Accessories Mixed Flower-Bib Necklace $48 - Dillard’s

Q. This summer I have purchased a couple of bold print dresses, one by Velvet and one by ERGE. They both have deep V necks, and are more casual than dressy (both a lightweight jersey knit). I really don’t know what kind of a necklace (or other jewelry) I should were with these. A bold necklace seems to compete with the print and just looks like too much, and a delicate necklace looks out of place. Any ideas?

A. As the owner of several printed v-neck day dresses, I have a lot of experience accessorizing them. This summer, my jewelry of choice is a long pendant necklace or long chain necklace and a gold bangle. Here are some jewelry options to pair with your summer dresses:

House of Harlow 1960 Gold or Palladium Plated Horseshoe Bangle $59 - Singer22

Alexis Bittar Skinny Tapered Bangle $55 - Nordstrom

Ridged Bangle $20 - Topshop

Aqua Twisted Hinge Bangle $30 - Bloomingdale’s

Everyday Serpent Bangle $95 - stefaniBags.com

Know the ropes necklace $295 - Kate Spade

Sequin Tribal Long Chain $98 - Charm & Chain

CC Skye Feather Pendant Necklace $97 - Boutique to You

Kenneth Jay Lane - Molten Medallion $75 - Zappos

Trina Turk Gold And White Medallion Necklace $158 - Endless.com

ABS Turquoise Blue Medallion Necklace $95 - Max & Chloe

Trina Turk Krista Printed Dress $268 - Bloomingdale’s

Q. I put together a black sequin blazer on a black chiffon dress that formed a glorious mixture. I wonder what accessories I can wear with such an outfit. I do know which bag and shoes that go along, but I can’t seem to figure out what necklace, earrings, and bracelet, etc., noting that I will be attending a cocktail party.

A. Since you’re wearing a dress with a jacket, consider skipping the necklace (which might compete with the sequins) and opt for dramatic earrings and a cocktail ring instead. The great news is that black provides you with limitless options! You can go simple with black, diamonds or pearls, or add some colored stones for drama. Here are some suggestions:

Drusy And Crystal Ring, Ships 11/12 $42 - Rachel Roy

Material Girl Ring, Black Jewel Adjustable Cocktail $14 - Macy’s

Lace Cocktail Ring $30 - Topshop

Million-Stone Ring $148 - BCBG Max Azria

Cabernet chandelier earring $45 - Banana Republic

Suzanna Dai Bohemia Earrings in Blush $150 - Max & Chloe

Isharya Libra 18-karat gold-plated amethyst earrings $285 - Net-A-Porter

Dannijo Cecile crystal earrings $335 - Net-A-Porter

Walter blue ruched chiffon sweetheart dress $83 - Bluefly

Samantha jacket $298 - French Connection