How to Style Jewelry for Thanksgiving Weekend Travel

A Few Favorites for the Journey

Thanksgiving weekend is busy enough as it is. You want to be comfortable on the journey, feel good when you arrive, and be ready if the day turns into lunch with family or an impromptu coffee with an old friend. A few well-loved pieces can do all that without taking up much room in your suitcase.

• Earrings you can wear all day: On a travel day, you want earrings that feel comfortable for hours, whether you’re driving, catching a flight, or making your way to the station. Small gold hoop earrings and huggie earrings are easy options that work with a cozy travel outfit and still look good when you arrive. If you prefer gold stud earrings or diamond studs, those can work just as well, especially if they’re pairs you already know you’re happy wearing all day.
• A necklace that goes with just about everything: A delicate gold necklace or dainty diamond necklace can be worn with a crewneck sweater, an open-collar shirt, or the top you change into when you get there. Pick a length that works with the necklines you wear most, and you have one less thing to think about.
• Rings that feel like you: If you rarely leave home without rings, bring your usual favorites. A couple of stackable rings add a personal touch to even the simplest outfit, and you can keep wearing them throughout the weekend rather than packing a separate set for every occasion.

Getting Dressed for Thanksgiving Dinner

After a day of traveling, it’s nice to have a reason to get a little dressed up. Maybe you’re in the mood for a knit dress, maybe it’s your favorite jeans and a top that makes you feel great. Whatever you decide, Thanksgiving dinner is a good excuse to give your look a little something extra.

And the best part is, you don’t have to start from scratch. A couple of small changes to the jewelry you’re already wearing can make all the difference. Swap your travel-day earrings for a pair of gold hoop earrings, add a gold bracelet, or layer another necklace over your top. A couple of small changes can take the jewelry you wore on the journey straight to Thanksgiving dinner.

• Give your earrings a little more presence: If you wore small hoops or huggies on the journey, try a pair of gold hoop earrings for dinner. A smaller pair keeps things understated, while a more noticeable hoop can be all you need if the rest of your outfit is simple.
• Have a little fun with your layering necklaces: Pair a dainty diamond necklace with a longer gold chain, or wear two 14k gold necklaces at different lengths. You can layer them over a sweater or let them peek out from an open neckline. Just choose lengths that sit nicely together, so each necklace has room to shine.
• Add a little sparkle at the wrist: A gold bracelet or dainty diamond bracelet is an easy way to finish your look. And if you’re in the mood for more sparkle, a tennis bracelet can make even the simplest outfit feel more special.

When Dinner Turns Into a Night Out

You know how Thanksgiving plans go. Dinner runs late, someone suggests going out for a drink, or you find out friends you haven’t seen in ages are meeting up nearby. Suddenly, you have plans for the evening, too. The good news is that a few well-chosen jewelry pieces are all you need to look your best.

• Let your diamond earrings take the stage: If you wore gold hoop earrings to dinner, switching to a pair of diamond drop earrings is an easy way to spice things up.
• Bring out the tennis necklace: If you feel like turning things up a notch, a tennis necklace can do a lot with very little effort. Wear it on its own for a simple, sparkly look, or layer it with a delicate gold necklace for a little more dimension. While it makes a beautiful addition to an evening look, its versatility means you can enjoy wearing it long after the night is over.
• Keep your rings, or add one more: Your stackable rings can stay right where they are. If you feel like adding something, slip on another favorite and call it a day. Sometimes the smallest change is enough to make an outfit feel different.

Jewelry to Avoid or Wear with Care

A small collection of pieces that work well together can take you from the journey there to dinner and whatever the evening has in store. So you don’t need to pack a different set for every plan. It’s all about choosing pieces you can easily mix and match.

• Everyday earrings: One comfortable pair for the journey, plus gold hoop earrings or diamond drop earrings to spice things up.
• Two necklaces that layer well: A delicate gold necklace and a dainty diamond necklace can be worn separately or together, with a tennis necklace as an optional extra for the evening.
• Your go-to rings: A few stackable rings you can wear throughout the weekend.
• A couple of favorite bracelets: A gold bracelet for everyday wear and a tennis bracelet for when you feel like the vibe calls for it.

That’s your lineup. A few pieces, lots of combinations, and no need to pack something just because you might wear it once.

Less Packing, More Enjoying the Weekend

Thanksgiving weekend already has enough going on, so there’s no need to add to the chaos by trying to figure out a whole new look every time the plans change. A few favorite pieces can take you from the journey there to dinner and a night out, with just a little switching and layering along the way.

Whether you’re traveling across the country or just heading a few towns over, bring the jewelry you love wearing and have fun finding new ways to style it. After all, you’re there to catch up with your favorite people, make a few memories, and enjoy the long weekend. Your jewelry is just there to make you look that much better.