Essentiel Antwerp Kurve Chain Necklace in Gold

Big gold chain. Plain white T-shirt. Outfit considerably improved.

The Essentiel Antwerp Kurve Chain Necklace in Gold is a women’s chunky statement necklace combining oversized polished gold-tone links with rich brown resin links. Bold and sculptural, it has the slightly exaggerated proportions we expect from Essentiel — and is exactly the sort of accessory that can make the simplest clothes in your wardrobe feel new again.

At BWD, we love an accessory that does the work for you. The Kurve is essentially an outfit shortcut.

Why it made the cut

• Oversized chain links make a proper statement without needing lots of other jewellery.
• The combination of gold-tone metal and brown resin makes it warmer and more interesting than a conventional gold chain.
• Brilliant against white, cream, black, chocolate brown and charcoal grey.
• Chunky enough to transform a simple T-shirt, shirt or knit.
• The lobster clasp makes it easy to put on and take off.
• It’s jewellery with a sense of humour. Always welcome.

How to wear the Kurve Necklace

Start with the Klaim Tee in Off White, blue denim and the Kurve. Although the Klaim already has its own chain, so perhaps not both at once. Even we have limits.

Better still, put it over the Kort Tee in Charcoal Grey or Blue, add jeans and loafers and you’ve turned a very simple outfit into something considerably more interesting.

We also love a chunky necklace worn over a crisp white shirt. Leave a couple of buttons undone, add the Kurve and keep everything else quiet.

How do you wear a chunky gold necklace without looking overdressed? Put it with something deliberately casual. A white tee, denim shirt, oversized knit or simple crew neck gives a statement necklace room to do its thing without the whole outfit becoming too polished.

Details

• Women’s statement chain necklace by Essentiel Antwerp
• Gold-tone and brown finish
• Oversized polished links
• Chunky sculptural silhouette
• Lobster-clasp fastening
• 80% resin, 20% brass
• One size
• Length: 20″ / approx. 51cm
• Link height: 2″ / approx. 5cm

Care

Keep the Kurve away from water, perfume and cosmetics where possible. We’d store it separately from other jewellery and wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after wearing to help protect the finish.

Some outfits need careful styling. Others just need an enormous gold chain. We know which days we prefer.