Popsugar Fashion Fashion Trends How to Wear the Pearl Necklace Trend For 2020 Influenced: I Thought Pearl Necklaces Were Totally Boring Until I Saw These 25 February 2020 by Nikita Charuza Image Source: Getty / Gotham As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you'll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. I've always thought that pearl necklaces were pretty, but just a little formal for my taste . . . until now. Turns out, there's a new breed in town, and they're not like your grandmother's pearls. After everyone's obsession with seashell jewellery last Summer, it seems like pearls are taking centre stage this season. While you may think of Old Hollywood glam starlets like Grace Kelly, 2020 has unleashed a modern iteration on the timeless trend that's been spotted on everyone from Harry Styles to Gigi Hadid. Harry could very well be the unofficial spokesman for how to rock pearl necklaces with all of the notable times he's worn one recently. (Our favourite is when he wore one to the 2020 BRIT Awards with a purple Gucci suit.) Like the new generation of stars wearing the trend, the necklace itself has gotten a modern twist. Think unique shapes and fun additions like initial letters and colourful beads added to offset the traditional feel. Brands like Timeless Pearly have been spotted on countless street style stars because of its adorable pearl initial letter necklaces. The reason these necklaces have gotten so popular is because they're easy to style and endlessly versatile. A dainty pearl necklace is perfect to soften up a more structured look like a suit, while a colourful beaded style is just the thing to punch up your everyday outfit of a t-shirt and jeans. Keep reading to see how some of our favourites have styled the trend and some of our favourite selects. Related: 6 Autumn 2020 Jewellery Trends You're About to See Everywhere Image Source: Getty / Gotham Looking to dress your favourite t-shirt? Look to Gigi Hadid. The supermodel styled her pearl choker necklace with a tie-dye Polo shirt and Prada bag. Image Source: Getty / Karwai Tang Harry Styles loves dressing up his suits with a dainty strand of pearls for a touch of whimsy. Case in point? This Gucci look at the BRIT Awards which made this outfit complete. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Stephanie Liu Hjelmeseth (@honeynsilk) on Jan 7, 2020 at 8:17am PST If you're looking for a casual, everyday outfit, style a simple strand wit a cosy beige sweater tucked into a pair of high-waisted jeans. View this post on Instagram A post shared by NNENNA (@nnennaechem) on Feb 15, 2020 at 5:07am PST Not all pearl necklaces are simple. Take this one which features colourful stones which you can wear with a bold green sweater and matching eyeshadow. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Harling Ross (@harlingross) on Oct 29, 2019 at 8:35am PDT If you want to spruce up your blazer and trouser set combo, pair it with a pearl necklace and cool sneakers. It's an easy way to make your look feel more put together. Anni Lu Heloise Necklace Image Source: shopbop.com Anni Lu Heloise Necklace (£142) Anni Lu Heloise Necklace £142 from shopbop.com Buy Now Roxanne Assoulin Imitation Pearl Necklace Image Source: shopbop.com Roxanne Assoulin Imitation Pearl Necklace (£85) Roxanne Assoulin Imitation Pearl Necklace £85 from shopbop.com Buy Now Kenneth Jay Lane Imitation Pearl Necklace Image Source: shopbop.com Kenneth Jay Lane Imitation Pearl Necklace (£33) Kenneth Jay Lane Imitation Pearl Necklace £33 from shopbop.com Buy Now Timeless Pearly Freshwater Pearl Chilly Necklace Image Source: modaoperandi.com Timeless Pearly Freshwater Pearl Chilly Necklace (£225) Timeless Pearly Freshwater Pearl Chilly Necklace £225 from modaoperandi.com Buy Now Maison Irem Double Pearl Padlock Gisele Necklace Image Source: shopbop.com Maison Irem Double Pearl Padlock Gisele Necklace (£163) Maison Irem Double Pearl Padlock Gisele Necklace £163 from shopbop.com Buy Now Brinker & Eliza Love Struck Pearl Necklace Image Source: shopbop.com Brinker & Eliza Love Struck Pearl Necklace (£91, originally £130) Brinker & Eliza Love Struck Pearl Necklace £91 from shopbop.com Buy Now ShoppingFashion TrendsFashion ShoppingShoppableFashion InstagramsNecklacesPearls