Charm Stacking Guide ⛓️💎

Tips and tricks for creating the ultimate necklace stack ✨

Looking to create your perfect charm necklace stack? I’ve put together some tips, tricks, and inspiration to help you on your stacking journey.

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

For me, building a stack is all about experimenting—laying out my collection, trying new combinations, and seeing what feels just right. What I love most is that, with vintage pieces, every stack is unique and truly one-of-a-kind. It’s such a beautiful way to tell your story and let your personality shine through charms that represent you.

Start with What You Have

Take the time to sit down and experiment. It’s all about having fun, playing around, and trying different ideas. Lay out your collection and start mixing and matching. Don’t be afraid to get creative—sometimes the most unexpected combinations turn out to be the best!

Play with Themes and Colours

Try experimenting with different themes or colour schemes. For example:

• Romance: Using pieces with a love theme like hearts, pinks, and reds.

• Lucky Charms: Clovers, horseshoes, and keys.

• Colourful Stack: Experiment with the colourful pieces in your collection.

Choosing a theme can give your stack a cohesive look, but mixing styles can create an eclectic, personalised vibe too!

Vary Chain Lengths and Thicknesses

Using chains of different lengths and thicknesses adds depth and dimension to your stack. Layering shorter, dainty chains with longer, chunkier ones helps each charm stand out. 

Pro Tip: Having some chain extenders in your collection is super helpful. They let you adjust lengths easily to get the perfect layered look.

Anchor with a Statement Piece

Put the heaviest charm or pendant at the center of the chain and build around it. This helps balance the look and prevents your necklace from feeling lopsided. Start with your boldest charm, then layer in smaller, complementary pieces.

Charm Connectors & Clasps Are Game-Changers

Invest in a collection of charm connectors and clasps. They make mixing, matching, and swapping out charms quick and easy. This way, you can refresh your stack anytime without having to start from scratch. If you want to invest in some charm connectors you can check out my collection over on my shopmy page.

Try On as You Go

Don’t just lay your designs flat—try them on to see how they sit and look. Some charms might hang differently than expected, and adjusting them as you go will help you perfect the final look.

Seek Out Inspiration

If you’re feeling stuck, search for inspiration on platforms like Pinterest or TikTok. Try hashtags like: #charmstacking and #necklacestack

Seeing how others style their stacks can spark new ideas and help you find fresh ways to wear your pieces.

My Favourite Accounts for Stacking Inspiration:

@moon___lightning

@sparkle_harder

@sleepy.snoopster

@goldgluestick

Share Your Tips!

Do you have any charm stacking tips or favorite styling tricks? Share them in the comments below! I’d love to hear how you create your perfect stack. 😍