It’s not every day that a necklace becomes the ‘it ‘ accessory, but the Hermès Farandole has done just that. Rooted in the Maison’s iconic Chaîne d’Ancre motif, first sketched by Robert Dumas in 1938, it blends maritime heritage with modern elegance. Currently enjoying a waitlist-worthy surge in popularity (almost rivaling the elusive Kelly and Birkin), the Farandole is technically a necklace, but its styling possibilities go far beyond the obvious. Versatile, understated, and effortlessly chic, this piece works in nearly every wardrobe.
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The Classic: Worn as a Necklace
Offered in three lengths – 80 cm, 120 cm, and 160 cm, the Farandole was designed to be worn around the neck, but even that can be done in more ways than one. Wear it long and simple for a clean, effortless statement. Double it up for a layered look, or, with the 160 cm, wrap it three times for a bold, stacked effect. It can also be styled as a polished choker or a delicate lariat, and even reversed to let the T-bar clasp become a focal point. Whether styled solo or layered with other pieces, the Farandole shines.
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Wear it as a Bracelet: Double Duty Glam
While there’s a matching Farandole bracelet available, don’t stop there – make your necklace work harder by wrapping it around your wrist multiple times for a chic, layered look. Tripled, quadrupled, or even more, it adds unexpected shine and versatility, ideal for mixing and matching with other jewelry.
Belted Elegance: Cinch It Your Way
Looped through belt loops or slung low over a dress, the longer Farandole (especially the 160 cm) transforms into the most elegant of waist accessories. It adds shape, shine, and just the right amount of intrigue to everything from crisp shirting to fluid silk. Wrap it twice for a layered, double-chain effect, or wear it full-length and let the extra length drape for a touch of fluid, unexpected flair.
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Bag Flair: Charm Meets Function
Wrap the Farandole around your Kelly Pochette for a look that’s part charm, part functional chain shoulder strap (more on that later). Or simply drape it over your favorite everyday bag, like looping it through the handles of a Picotin to introduce an extra dose of gleaming hardware.
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Strap Upgrade: Luxe Meets Practical
Depending on the size of your bag (and your Farandole), this piece can easily pull double duty as a delicate bag strap. Wrap it around hooks, D-rings, or slide it through a small clutch or pouch to instantly elevate your evening look. Give your handheld-only Kelly Pochette an upgrade by transforming the Farandole into a functional shoulder strap, or refresh your small leather goods like the Constance or Roulis slim wallets by doubling the chain for a chic short shoulder strap or styling it long for a hands-free crossbody option.
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Scarf Styling: A Chic Halterneck Twist
The Farandole’s beauty lies in its flexibility – literally and stylistically. One of the most inventive ways to wear it? Pair it with a Hermès silk scarf to create a chic halterneck top. Simply use the necklace to secure the scarf at the neckline, letting it act as both a functional clasp and a gleaming focal point. It’s a clever way to turn two classic Hermès icons into a statement-making summer look.
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Styling and Inspiration
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With so many ways to wear this versatile piece, we’d love to know — do you have any favorite styling secrets or unexpected twists? Share your Hermès Farandole styling ideas and let’s inspire each other.
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Updated: June 5th, 2025
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