8 Standout Summer Jewellery Trends You Can Wear Now
Capture a bit of that summer wanderlust now
By Navin Pillay - published
Summer is for less. Doing less, stressing less, and, of course, wearing less. So take a momentary reprieve and delight yourself with beautiful baubles you can rely on as summertime go-tos when looking to accent even the most minimal of outfits. From a new take on shells to the ever-so-prominent necklace (and there are many to choose from!), the following trends highlight a range of metals, techniques, and designs. A departure from previous seasons’ obsession with the sleek and polished, this summer’s adornments are all about capturing the balance between the natural and the refined. And the best part is that you don’t actually have to wait ’til summer to unearth these treasures.
This article originally appeared on Harper's BAZAAR US.
Don't worry, you won't find any '90s-style grunge chokers in this story. This summer, try anchoring your favorite silk blouse or maxi dress with a high-collar necklace (my preference being a 14-inch length) adorned with a talisman of your choosing.
Pictured: Chloe
Eschew symmetry and the exactness of perfect shapes this season and relish in the beauty of imperfection—natural forms with a handmade quality.
Pictured: Proenza Schouler
Tried and true, the more the better. At least, when it comes to layering your bracelets. Choose your favorites, pile up on each wrist, and mix metals.
Pictured: Alexander McQueen
When opting for the new take on the shell trend, the bigger the better. It's less puka strand and more defined, exaggerated scale to achieve this look.
Pictured: Prada
This summer, beaded jewelry made of gemstones like opal and amethyst offer the right amount of sparkle and understated luxe.
Pictured: Christian Dior
With much delight and welcome, designers this season created an array of adornments made of silver ranging from sleek, minimal designs to carved, intricate works of art.
Pictured: Etro
Styling a brooch into your outfit is easier than you think. For colorful options like this Louis Vuitton delight pictured here, amplify its hue by pairing it with a graphic print as its canvas. Or for those more monochromatic-inclined, try pinning a gold brooch onto your favorite poplin dress.
Pictured: Louis Vuitton
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Let the jewelry do the mix-and-match this season with clashes of stones and materials like WWAKE's freshwater pearl-and-opal pair of earrings, or Roksanda's olive wood-and-lilac lacquer set shown below.
Pictured: Isabel Marant