Blac Youngsta Shows Off Her Crazy Jewelry Collection

Blac Youngsta's hip hop jewelry collection is completely lit.

Memphis rapper Blac Youngsta recently sat down with GQ, where he showcased his crazy jewelry collection. Blac Youngsta told us that everything he's done is worth millions. Youngsta has been assembling all of his bling bling jewelry piece by piece over a four-year period. Whether you listen to his music or not, you can't deny that Youngsta's collection is one of the most vibrant in hip hop.

Blac Youngsta is mourning the death of one of his brothers, who was recently shot and killed in Miami. Rumors are circulating that the Memphis rapper and his family members are being targeted by men who want to kill him.

Blac Youngsta's jewelry style: his signature look

What the filmed interview with GQ shows is a collection built over time, piece by piece, rather than bought all at once. The Memphis rapper says it himself: he put his collection together over several years. This approach shows in the result, and that is precisely what makes his jewelry wardrobe interesting to analyze for anyone looking to build their own.

The backbone of this type of collection is the pendant. In the hip-hop aesthetic of Memphis, as in that of Atlanta or New York, the chain exists primarily to carry something: a central, large, iced-out piece that catches the light when the artist moves. Everything else—bracelets, rings, watches—gravitates around this axis.

Second marker: density. This style doesn't seek discretion. It plays with surfaces entirely covered in stones, bold volumes, and yellow metal that pops against dark clothing. A pendant from this family is noticeable from ten feet away, and that is exactly the requirement.

Third marker, more subtle: the consistency of the metal shade. When a collection spans years, the risk is mixing different tones of gold that clash with each other. The collections that hold up visually are those that keep a dominant tone—yellow or white—and only use the second one as an accent.

How to get this look without going wrong

Replicating this look doesn't require stacking ten pieces. It primarily requires correctly sizing the trio of pendant, bail, and chain, then choosing the length that places the piece exactly where you want it to be seen.

The simplest rule: the central piece should fall at the level of the sternum, below the neckline, on a solid area of fabric. On a crew-neck t-shirt, this generally corresponds to a 60 to 70 cm chain. On an open shirt, you go a little lower so that the pendant remains visible between the panels.

• Length: 55 cm to position the piece high on the chest, 60 to 70 cm for the classic hip-hop line.
• Width of the carrier chain: at least 6 mm for a medium-sized pendant, 10 mm and up for a large and heavy piece.
• A single focal point: if the pendant is large, the chain should remain sober; if the chain is spectacular, the pendant should be more compact.
• Metal dominance: choose yellow or white for the entire chest, and keep the other tone for the hand or wrist.
• Solid background: a patterned garment kills the readability of an iced-out piece. Black, off-white, and deep gray always work.

Finally, try it all on in front of a mirror while in motion, not standing still. A pendant is judged when it swings: if it keeps flipping over, it means the bail or the length is not suitable.

The pendant decoded: proportions, weight, bail, and carrier chain

This is the technical module of this article, and undoubtedly the most useful for building a collection in the spirit of the one we see in the video. A pendant is never an isolated object: it is a system with four variables that must complement each other.

Proportions. Always measure a pendant by its total height, including the bail. A 4 cm piece is read as a discreet piece of jewelry, wearable during the day. Between 5 and 7 cm, you enter the assertive category that dominates hip-hop imagery. Beyond 8 cm, the piece becomes a stage object: magnificent in photos, more restrictive for everyday wear.

Weight. This is the variable that beginners forget. A large, fully iced-out pendant quickly weighs several dozen grams. This weight is transmitted entirely to the chain, the clasp, and the back of the neck. A chain that is too thin under a piece that is too heavy does not necessarily break immediately: it deforms, the links become oval, and the break happens at the worst possible moment.

The bail. This is the ring or loop through which the pendant is threaded. Its inner diameter mechanically determines the maximum width of the link that can pass through it. Its shape determines whether the piece stays flat or flips over. A wide, short bail stabilizes; a narrow, long bail allows the piece to pivot.

The carrier chain. It should be chosen after the pendant, never before. A Cuban link, flat and rigid, supports a heavy piece and prevents it from turning. A cable or coffee bean link, which is more flexible, is suitable for light to medium pieces and is better for everyday wear.

The last technical point often neglected: the clasp. On a heavy piece, a standard lobster clasp eventually wears out. A box clasp with a side safety catch distributes stress better and closes on itself, which limits the risk of accidental opening while in motion.

Emir ICE pieces in this spirit

Here are four pieces from our catalog that fit this logic of a strong pendant worn on a well-sized chain. Numbers are a classic of the genre: readable from afar, personal, and easy to pair.

Number 1 natural diamond pendant Number 2 natural diamond pendant 6mm VVS natural diamond Cuban chain YELLOW GOLD CABLE CHAIN - 15MM

Three mistakes to avoid with a pendant

• Undersizing the chain. This is by far the number one mistake. You fall in love with a central piece, hook it onto the chain you already have, and the whole thing looks fragile—when it doesn't break.
• Multiplying focal points. Two large pendants on the same chest cancel each other out. The eye no longer knows where to land, and the desired effect disappears.
• Neglecting maintenance. Sweat, perfume, and creams tarnish the metal and clog the underside of the stones, where the light enters. A rinse with lukewarm water, thorough drying with a soft cloth, and storing flat are enough to keep the shine.

To go further

For the big picture—chains, pendants, grillz, watches, and glasses—our complete guide to American rapper jewelry gathers everything you need to know before choosing your first piece, and puts each jewelry family into its place within a collection.

Three additional readings if you are just starting: what you need to know before buying a bling bling pendant necklace, all about Cuban link chains to choose the carrier chain, and the jewelry size guide to avoid mistakes on length.

As for the catalog, check out two sections: American rapper pendants for the central piece, and Cuban link chains to wear it properly. You can also read our article on the five craziest hip-hop pieces in rap.

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