Mondays come too soon, but jewelry makes me feel better

Hi y'all! Sorry I've been MIA for the past week. I've had a bad cold, and let's just say it wasn't fun. I'll spare you the details.

But I'm back! I'm starting a new job this week, so of course I'm looking for things to spend my money on...surprised? I keep looking for a really good statement necklace, but the ones I love, I can't afford, and the ones I can are just so...eh. Is anyone else in this boat too? Maybe I'm just too late on the trend and should suck it up and pay the money. I'm sure they're worth it- good statement necklaces are gorgeous!

Here are some of my faves that both meet and exceed my budget

Left to right: J Crew, Kate Spade, Anthropologie, Zara, Kendra Scott, Anthropologie, J Crew, J Crew