From Princess Dianna’s cascading pearls in 1985 to Jennifer Lawrence’s strand of 74-carat diamond beads at the 2013 Oscars, we’ve seen some incredible back necklaces throughout the years. And while this unexpected styling trick creates plenty of drama and memorable moments on the red carpet, the look is just as chic for less formal events too. In today’s slideshow, we reflect upon some our favorite front-to-back necklaces and help you shop the trend.

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Jaime King
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Dress: Topshop

Jewelry: Bulgari

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Jennifer Lawrence
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Dress: Dior Haute Couture

Jewelry: Chopard 

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Street Style
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Ashley Olsen
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Dress: The Row

Jewelry: Fred Leighton

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Princess Diana
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Dress: Catherine Walker

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Street Style
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Anne Hathaway
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Dress: Prada

Jewelry: Tiffany & Co. 

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Salma Hayek
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Dress: Stella McCartney Resort 13

Jewelry: Boucheron

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Kate Hudson
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Dress: Emilio Pucci

Jewelry: Cartier

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Nicole Kidman
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Dress: custom Balenciaga

Jewelry: L'Wren Scott 

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Ashley Olsen
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Dress: New York vintage

Jewelry: Van Cleef & Arpels

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Aurelie Bidermann

Miki 18-Karat Gold Plated Braided Necklace ($1440)

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Pamela Love

Rosebud Dagger Bronze Necklace ($220)

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Anthropologie

Brass Cirque Necklace ($98)

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Tataborello

Swiftwing Pendant Necklace ($228)

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Ranjana Khan

Sophia Chez Drape Necklace ($350)

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Orelia

Thread And Chain Plaited Lariat Necklace ($42)

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Maison Martin Margiela

Faux Pearl Back Chain ($935)

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Giles & Brother

Embedded Heart Charm Necklace ($650)

Executive Director, Entertainment

Jessica Baker is Who What Wear’s Executive Director, Entertainment, where she ideates, books, writes, and edits celebrity and entertainment features.