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OMG, Taylor Swift's (Faux) Diamond Necklace Costs Less Than $120—and It's Still in Stock

Budget-friendly bling? Yes, please

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In the midst of all the Emmys excitement on Sunday, Sept. 15, Taylor Swift snuck away to attend the Chiefs vs. Bengals game in Kansas City, cheering on her boo Travis Kelce in yet another adorable game-day look. The singer embraced Swelce Season in a vintage-looking oversized Chiefs tee (worn pantless as a mini dress), but added her signature touch of glam to the sporty style with some go-to thigh-high Giuseppe Zanotti boots (this time in black leather) and a stack of gold chain necklaces—one of which, I just learned, is completely within a non-celebrity budget.

Look closely at the pop star's stack and you'll spot the Julian Loves Diamonds necklace from jewelry brand Melinda Maria, a faux-diamond-studded gold chain that—wait for it—rings in at just $118.

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Melinda Maria

It's not the first time Swift has worn affordable bling to support the Chiefs from the VIP section. In January, she donned a $44 BaubleBar necklace repping the team, and later on in the month, rocked a Mejuri ring that, while slightly pricier at $648, is a far cry from most celebrity-worn jewelry (including some other necklaces in Swift's own collection).

Melinda Maria

As for this budget-friendly beauty, it features a chunky, 16-inch (or 18-inch) Cuban chain plated in 18-karat gold, a front clasp closure and, of course, those dazzling "simulated" diamond stones—seven of them, to be exact. And don't be fooled by the price tag—the piece's quality is incredibly high-end, according to its more than 230 5-star reviewers. "Beautifully made! Price is right. I plan to layer mine, but it’s just as wonderful by itself," one raves.

Indeed, whether you layer it à la Swift or slip it on as your main statement piece, this Tay-approved necklace is practically guaranteed to elevate any outfit (even a no-pants T-shirt look), and at this price, you can't go wrong.


stephanie maida

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