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Male Necklaces | Iran's Ban

by Sarah Leon (Subscribe to Sarah Leon's posts)
Posted Jun 15th 2011 at 4:24PM  
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Male Stars Wearing Necklaces

  • Johnny Depp
  • Russell Brand
  • Colin Farrell
  • Joe Jonas
  • Justin Timberlake
  • New York Yankee Nick Swisher
  • Brad Pitt
  • Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino
  • Jared Leto
  • Marc Antony
  • Adam Lambert


Necklaces for men are just one of the many accessories banned in Iran's latest crackdown on western style (nail polish and "glamorous" hairstyles also got the cut) that was announced today. While we don't always approve of how they are worn (The Situation- we are looking at you), some men rock the trend beautifully (does Johnny Depp ever get it wrong?). Because we here at StyleList are on the fence when it comes to men and necklaces, we asked some fashion experts their opinions. So how do you feel about the Iran ban? Yes or no for all men all over the globe.

"Personally, not my thing but on the right guy, it can be sexy."
-Joe Zee: Creative Director, ELLE Magazine

"I think if guys wear necklaces they have to look and feel completely comfortable wearing them. I'm a total fan of guys in chains but my favorite way is when they wear a medium length chain and pendant and it gets tucked inside their t-shirt."
-Dana Lorenz: Jewelry Designer and Owner, Fenton/Fallon

"We love a cool chain with a tee shirt or sweater. Keep the scale small and it will add a big dose of personal style to your look. Best to put the corded rope and pooka shells away after you turn 21."
-Brian Coats: Senior Fashion and Market Editor, GQ

"Jewelry can carry significant meaning beyond that of a fashion statement, be it religious or sentimental, and I think all people should have the ability to adorn themselves in any way they please."
-Chantal Chadwick: Co-Owner of Lower East Side boutique "End of Century"

"For me it's a like really personal thing. I grew up really Catholic wearing a medallion of my grandfather's and now I am a jewelry designer. I try to make things that are meant to be very personal like a ring on a chain. I wear a signet ring on a chain that a friend gave me."
-Philip Crangi: Jewelry Designer and Co-Owner, Giles & Brother

"I ADORE men wearing any kind of bijoux!"
-Mickey Boardman: Editorial Director, Paper Magazine
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Chuck, 6-16-2011, 10:33PM

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Chuck

We call them chains....they have been worn by men for thousands of years. Ever seen a portrait of a King without one?? It's not a matter of how "Kool" it looks, or a Fashion Statement...it's something we like, and usually holds some kind of meaning.

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royacarpenter, 6-15-2011, 9:51PM

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royacarpenter

Slow news day? Or HuffPo doesn't want us to watch the other hand?

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Taatiita, 6-16-2011, 1:30PM

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Taatiita

Very soon, Iran and co will ban breathing.
Oh wait, they already banned their females from breathing w/o the permission of a man.

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BOBBB, 6-16-2011, 12:15AM

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BOBBB

I wear a medic alert tag on a small 14K gold rope chain. I never reallythought about it but have been told a few times it looks pretty good, but then nobody really knows of the medic alert tag.

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panhermes, 6-16-2011, 10:02AM

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panhermes

Pearls go with everything---next guy thing? NOT>>>>>>

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Anne, 6-16-2011, 10:24AM

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Anne

I like a ring or a bracelet on a man, necklaces, earrings and especially tattoos make them look silly.

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Terese Longo, 6-16-2011, 10:52AM

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Terese Longo

Personally I think its bull. About 6 or 7 yrs old in Florida there was a Muslum Women who wanted to wear her vail for her picture on her license. It was in the news. These people want to come to this country and wear what they want but Johnny Depp who is a well known actor for years has the right to wear whatever he wants! After all wasn't he just visiting. I'm getting sick and tired of the Middle East and as for Johnny Depp. Good for him. He alway striked me as his own person my hat goes off to him especially if he did wear his necklace's... ;)

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mitzy, 6-16-2011, 10:43AM

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mitzy

Huh? Men wearing necklaces is somehow up for debate here? Maybe in Iran, but here? What planet am I living on? Men have worn necklaces since they were cavemen. And guess what? They wear earrings, finger rings, and bracelets too!

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Tom W., 6-16-2011, 10:45AM

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I don't give a rats ass about what they don't allow in Iran. I'm sure that thay don't care that we don't allow beheadings in our country.

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Elvis, 6-16-2011, 11:17AM

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Who gives a crap what Iran thinks.

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irwinrsteffy, 6-16-2011, 11:19AM

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Ooooh "ilegal" in iran... that settles it I say we bomb 'em, ROFLMAO

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irwinrsteffy, 6-16-2011, 11:23AM

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neocons want a war so badly with Iran they are salivating. That's why they run dumb agitation propaganda 'news' like this. lol

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Gregg, 6-16-2011, 3:23PM

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Neocons? really? I thought Huffpost was a middle to left site.

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Gregg, 6-16-2011, 3:27PM

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Neocons? Really? I always saw Huffpost as just left of center.

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outgrowingfear1, 6-16-2011, 12:03PM

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Soon in these so-called islamic countries they will start telling them how many grain of rice to eat...allah is greatttttt!!!!

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outgrowingfear1, 6-16-2011, 12:03PM

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Soon in these so-called islamic countries they will start telling them how many grain of rice to eat...allah is greatttttt!!!!

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Randy, 6-16-2011, 1:34PM

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I like to wear a small gold chain with a cross, tucked away. Big necklaces are not my bag, but, it's nice to know I have the FREEDOM to wear one if I want. Of course, our own government is headed toward being more restrictive, so, keep a weather eye out, lest such things as "male necklace bans" creep up on us, like so many social restrictions over the years.

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Sylvabugg2, 6-16-2011, 3:28PM

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What is relevant in Iran, stays in Iran. We however, do not live in the middle ages anymore. Let them have their antiquated and backward ways. If they cannot modernize and adapt, they will soon go extinct, the sooner the better.

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nazomi, 6-16-2011, 3:53PM

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Here in the US military dog collars & some people were them as trend I guess they want to 'claim' there masculine side. Every country has a different take on gender.

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Elden, 6-16-2011, 4:53PM

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Elden

I guess an alarm clock worn around my neck would also not be accepted? Go figure.

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