As you can see in our April StyleWatch issue on stands now, the it-accessory for spring is the single round pendant on a chain. Whether the necklace is vintage inspired, a family heirloom or completely modern, celebrities like Nicole Richie, Tyra Banks, Drew Barrymore, Hilary Duff and Hayden Panettiere are keeping it simple with the single charm. You can get Hilary's "Cute as a Button" (left) pendant from White Trash Charms, $125-$375, here and get the gold and silver bee pendant (left) by Jana Conner, $60, at jenniferkaufman.com. For more of our favorite pendants, keep reading.
Splurge:
Mauri Pioppo "Paws for the Cause" cat, horse and dog pendants in 14k gold and diamonds, $480, mauripioppo.com (15% of all profits from the sale of these necklaces will be donated to the ASPCA)
Page Sargisson "Amalia Poppy" 10k gold and diamond flower engraved pendant, $363, pagesargisson.com
Rachel Leigh "Dynamo" pave Swarovski crystal circle pendant, $154, rachelleighny.com (Save 30% from March 16 through April 26 by entering RLPSW316426 at checkout)
Steal:
A.V. Max gold-plated initial circle pendant, $48, shoptwigs.com
Roman numeral sterling silver pendant, $20, target.com
Ancient Sun worship medallion, $8, girlprops.com
Photo:Jeff Harris; Sunset Photo and News