Anytime I See These Key Jewelry Trends, I Know You’re on Top of Your Fashion Game

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No matter how you describe your personal style—be it on the minimal side or something more head-turning—the pieces that can take it from one level to the next are often the accessories; more specifically, jewelry. A classic crewneck T-shirt and jeans can be that much more interesting with some layered necklaces and eye-catching earrings.

We see this often on the runways, which are not only teeming with the best jewelry trends to come but also epic styling ideas. Strands upon strands of chunky beads to take the place of your shirt? It’s bold, but I’m into it.

And while jewelry is one of those fashion categories that seems to be trendless (one must simply grow a collection over the years!), there’s always a cycle of certain themes that have their moments in the spotlight over others for the time being. Case in point: sculptural silver jewelry in place of gold.

To save you the effort of finding out what’s hot right now, I’ve pulled together the 2026 jewelry trends that you’re destined to reach for this year. Shop them all below.

Statement Beads

Personally speaking, I’m very ready for bead maxxing. It feels like the most utterly chic way to showcase your creative side. From a variety of colors to a range of sizes, you simply can’t go wrong with whatever direction you take. And if you’re asking me, I am firmly in the camp of more-is-more.

Sonny Smooth Yellow Opal Gold Plated Necklace

$215.00 at nordstrom.com

Wanda Gold-Tone Tiger’s Eye Necklace

$400.00 at NET-A-PORTER

Joan Necklace

at ShopBop

Sculptural Silver

After a few seasons with bold, sculptural silver jewelry on our trend reports, I’m going to say this: If you aren’t already investing in these pieces, it’s time to start. Not only is silver jewelry more accessible than gold, but it also feels like a fresh way to update your wardrobe. Not to mention, it truly goes with anything.

Forma Bangle

$488.60 at ringconcierge.com

Small Sculpted Heart Necklace

$510.00 at FWRD

Lumen Earrings

$475.00 at kinraden.com

Updated Collars

Perhaps I should have seen this one coming, seeing that I wrote about the collar necklace trend last year. Since then, I’ve seen incredible iterations of the modern yet classic jewelry piece, including some that feel more architectural. Without a doubt, these will be a cool way to dress up your ensembles this year.

Dane Collar

$118.00 at jenny-bird.com

The Tatiana

$695.00 at atpresent.com

Solanales Skinny Crystal Pavé Collar Necklace

$275.00 at nordstrom.com

Epic Pendants

If you’re like me, you might be coming to learn that a bold pendant is the ultimate symbol of cool-girl style right now. From vintage-inspired tassels on longer strands and cord necklaces with an epic stone to oversized discs, this is the one jewelry trend I see that instantly tells me you’re ahead of the trend when it comes to fashion.

Red Stone Spiral Pendant Necklace

240.00 at bloomingdales.com

Eze Necklace

$192.50 at ShopBop

The Drop Cord

$695.00 at laoliworld.com

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