It's All About The Presentation
While you could certainly buy this necklace for yourself, it seems almost intended as a saucy or edgy gift.<br /><br />I realize the intent of a necklace is to be worn, but it's worth noting the good choices made in how this inexpensive eye-grabber is packaged. The box is semi-decorative all by itself and very easy to open. The "Evil Eye" card inside makes for easy note-writing and gives some context and "attitude" before the reveal of the necklace itself. Even the clear packaging of the item reinforces the idea that this is something different, maybe even a little daring. This may seem irrelevant, but as with many perfumes, shoes, or other accessories, whether or not this item "works" is as much about the attitude as it is the actual appearance (or scent).<br /><br />The necklace itself is, you know... nice. It will no doubt draw a few eyes (if you'll pardon the expression) and merit closer attention. In person, however, it's not quite as flashy and colorful as it appears in the promo photos, which are very zoomed in and brightly lit. I'm no expert on bling (do people even use that term anymore?), but it strikes me as an accessory which could be very attractive and have great impact in the context of one's overall outfit and other accessory choices, but which by itself is simply an odd little necklace. It certainly doesn't scream "evil" - at least no sufficiently to send that message in isolation - but neither is it flashy or bright enough to seem "happy," either.<br /><br />This is not to suggest there's anything wrong with it. It's perfectly decent for the price point and a clever bit of flash for the right person. That's the key, though - the right person, the right presentation, and the right context. Choose wisely, and you've given a clever and unexpected gift.
Rating: 4 stars