Fashion And Jewelry Style Guide: The Witcher Edition

By Author: Jennifer Barkati
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Netflix phenomenon, "The Witcher" season 2 is here with all its fantastical world-building and gory violence. Not to mention the amazing fashion aesthetics, complete with exquisite renaissance style jewelry. It tells the tales of three individuals connected through destiny…whether they like it or not. And all of them exhibit very distinct styles and personalities: The Witcher, a monster hunter attempting to comprehend his destiny; Yennifer, a sorceress who is full of determination and wants her choice back; and Ciri, a princess on the run from the big bad. They all shine not just because of their compelling stories and engaging characteristics, but also because of their gorgeous costumes and accessories. The "dark fantasy" appropriate stylish getup is what brings the characters to life.

Are you enjoying the world of witcher as much as we are? Or are you a fan of the books and the games? And now want to incorporate your favorite character's style into your wardrobe? Then you are at the right place. So, keep on reading to get inspiration from some of the series' incredible looks. The below guide will also help those who ...
... want to play as one of the characters but don't want to spend a lot of money on a costume that will only be worn once or twice. But prefer instead to infuse the series' fashion fervor into an ensemble in a subtle way. So start humming "toss a coin to your witcher," and start reading the below fashion guide with jewelry styling tips.

1. The Brooding Witcher

Henry Cavill's "Geralt of Rivia" is all about grunts, leather, and silver. The color palette perfectly matches up with his anti-hero, monster-slaying, dark and brooding personality. He constantly wears his silver-studded black leather armor and a witcher medallion necklace. His white hair further adds to the black and white theme, while his brilliant yellow eyes provide the only splash of color.

Suffice to say, the character of the witcher is quite edgy, so you need to dress and accessorize in a similar fashion. First and foremost, pull on a pair of leather pants and a black full-sleeved top and tuck them in. Now get ready for the best part, which is accessorizing. This is where you can get a little creative and experiment with different pieces of renaissance style jewelry to see what looks good and represents Geralt at the same time. Obviously, you can't go about your day wearing studded leather armor, but you can make up for it by wearing white gold flower stud earrings.

The cluster of diamonds will nicely represent the shiny studs on the armor. You can also get a silver medallion necklace with a wolf motif, just like Geralt. But we say do something unique instead of copy-pasting his jewelry. Our advice? Buy a
glass locket pendant in yellow gold to represent his eyes. And then place a wolf charm inside it. Isn't that more fun and creative? Also, don't forget laced-up boots to complete the look.

2. The Beguiling Sorceress

Dark dresses, fur coats, and tortured souls are key to Yennifer's character. And of course dark and mysterious gems to gel with her whole vibe. She is one of the show's most complicated characters, and her attire perfectly reflects her beguiling personality. She is also a headstrong woman who exudes power, which her ensemble highlights perfectly with a lot of sharp edges and cuts.

If you like having a mysterious aura about yourself and donning black dresses then her look is perfect for you. And the best thing about this style is that it's sultry and lavish in a high-fashion way. This means you can wear this getup for an evening event or a fun night out with friends. So get a killer black maxi dress, preferably less flowy and more A-line, and a pair of black high heels. And for accessories, wear a black diamond bracelet with a sharp edge and ear crawler in black rhodium. Add a choker pendant and a grey fur coat and you are all set to become a feast for everyone's eyes, just like Yennifer was during the ball dance after her transformation.

3. The Intriguing Princess

Saying that Ciri or princess Cirilla of Cintra had a rough childhood is an understatement. She spends the majority of her time on the run in hostile territory, pursued by her foes. As a result, she isn't decked in rich apparel and jewelry like most princesses. Instead, we see her in a brown jumpsuit and a blue cloak for most of her screen time. It's a simple style, yet it captures her adventurous personality and her life as a princess on the run perfectly. So if she is forced to choose subtle colors and minimalistic accessories, you'll have to do the same to match her style.

So forget about wearing fancy gowns and luxurious jewelry. Instead, combine a brown or dark crimson sweater with black leggings and a muted blue coat. Wear them with brown suede boots and dangling gold huggie earrings as a nod to the renaissance style jewelry she wore before her troubles began. You can also wear a shaker diamond choker that resembles an upside-down crown to channel her princess life, which was flipped completely in the course of a day.

4. The Cheerful Bard
Jaskier is the show's most entertaining character. Unlike the other characters, he is personable, energetic, and upbeat. His witticisms and funny retorts to Geralt's silent stares are fun to watch, as is his vividly colored and intricately patterned clothing. Jaskier's attire in the show is far less outlandish, and he doesn't wear nearly as much jewelry as he does in the books and game. There he sports statement necklaces and fashionable rings.

If you can't choose which Jaskier you favor more, you can combine the two versions to create a look that incorporates elements from both. So, get yourself a matching patterned jacket and trousers, preferably in royal blue, chestnut, or copper color, and wear them with a white button-down shirt and black knee-length boots. Now for jewelry, go for a rain necklace to represent the strings of his lute and a fortress peak eternity ring like his game version.

Conclusion

It's always great to dress up as our favorite pop culture characters or incorporate their style into our own. However, striking a balance between fictional and real-life fashion is challenging. If you are not attending a costume party or cosplaying, you will look ridiculous if you do too much. And if you do too little, people may not notice that you have integrated these fantastical elements into your attire. So, what's the point of styling in that manner if people don't even take notice? Therefore, we hope this article will help you achieve that balance and look fabulous at the same time. Our said outfits and recommended renaissance-style jewelry will undoubtedly assist you in celebrating the Witcher universe and its fascinating characters whenever you like.