Close-up of Elle Fanning’s $19,600 Cartier nail necklace

Elle Fanning just proved that less is more—especially when you let Cartier do the talking.

The actress was spotted in New York City wearing a Michael Kors ensemble: a silky draped blouse layered over a bustier, styled with wide-leg gray culottes for that perfect mix of relaxed and refined tailoring. The look had an understated elegance, but the star of the show was hanging around her neck.

Fanning accessorized with Cartier’s Juste Un Clou Long Necklace, a $19,600 statement piece designed in the shape of a nail. The delicate yet powerful design hung past her chest, striking a balance between industrial edge and timeless refinement.

Paired with black leather accessories and minimal styling, the necklace felt like the punctuation mark of her outfit—subtle, but impossible to ignore. It’s a quiet flex, signaling Cartier’s nail revival, a motif recently embraced by Meghan Markle and other A-listers.

Elle Fanning’s choice shows how a single piece of jewelry can transform a look from polished to iconic.

Elle Fanning wearing Cartier Juste Un Clou necklace with Michael Kors outfit in NYC