Summer is a time for weddings, travel, and just relaxing with friends. In other words, it's a time for getting out and about, so you want to look your best. Some trends look ahead, while others look back. This year, nostalgia is trending strong. In particular, pearls, pendants, and overall playfulness. Fashion begins on the runway but it ends with being worn by regular Janes, and this summer's trends are highly wearable. From edgy armlets to traditional bridal earrings , read on to learn what jewelry is hot for the summer of '22.
Not all that glimmers is gold, and this saying is certainly true in the summer of 2022. This year, silver is all but taking over as the metal of choice. Edgy and punk-inspired, expect to see bold chains made with uniquely-shaped links including pointed, arched, and toggled. Silver is perfect for the budget-minded (and who isn't these days?). As a more economical option than gold, you can afford to indulge. Mixing silver and gold is perfectly acceptable too, and right on-trend.
Rather than sporting your standard bracelet around the wrist, this year, armbands are snaking up toward the biceps. Worn on bare skin or over a sleeve, armbands are super cool this summer. One of the best things about armbands is that they are virtually all adjustable, making them a perfect fit for anyone.
Another classic look that is getting a fresh twist this summer is hoops, which are migrating from ears to throats. As online meetings continue to be the norm , bold shapes worn near the face continue to be a dominant trend. Whether you go with the classic gold, this year's trendy silver, brightly-colored beads, or ultra-chic clear Lucite, you can't go wrong with a hoop.
Chains are yet another timeless style that's traveling this summer. No longer just for necks, chains are showing up on bikini-bare bellies, as bras, and over LBDs. Paired with a swimsuit or crop top and low-rise jeans are a couple of the trendiest ways to wear them, but body chains add extra sparkle and style to just about any outfit.
No one ever gets tired of oversize earrings, least of all premier fashion designers. This year, Hollywood Golden Age-inspired earbobs were all over the runways. Like hoops, statement earrings draw attention to your lovely visage. For brides, break out the bling with oversize crystal chandeliers. Alternatively, dangling baroque pearls create a sophisticated, understated look. For everyday wear, handmade jewelry doubles down on interest, and its uniqueness makes a great conversation piece. Whether you opt for bold gold, sleek sliver, or shoulder-grazing pops of color, it's up to you to decide what your statement is going to be.
Expressing your true personality is one of the biggest trends of all this year. Hence, the popularity of symbolic jewelry. Pendant necklaces are an accessory that's always a hit; all the more reason to make yours unique. If you're out shopping, tops on the list include evil eye charms and hamsa hand amulets, as well as other symbols of good luck, including horseshoes, ladybugs, and four-leaf clovers.
Bonus Trend: In a similar vein to personal charms, signet rings are very hot right now, be they your own or a cherished heirloom.
As you can see, even if trends start on the runway, they're open for interpretation by each and every individual. Wear your style proudly .