Jewellery can make or break an outfit. With so much emphasis on how to style rather than just wear your clothes these days, it’s important to get your accessories right. Looking to find some inspiration for your summer wardrobe? You’ll need to know what the jewellery forecast is looking like this summer. Luckily, we have some style inspo just for you, so you can bring that summer dress to life.
- Bold and Colourful Beaded Jewellery
As with all things in life, we come full circle, and beaded jewellery is no different. Cast off in the last few years as a bit too reminiscent of the early 2010s, bright, playful beads are looking to make a comeback this summer. The twist is – we’re making it ourselves. Yes, DIY fashion is very much in; we’re making maximalist accessories to showcase our fun and quirky side, and it’s all about the story behind the necklace.
- Layered Chains and Statement Necklaces
Speaking of statements, there is a definite shift away from the quiet and demure style of last year. However, one 2024 staple is still staying the course. Layered chains are only getting cooler, but we’re now adding statement pieces – especially a chunky necklace over finer chains – to add instant interest to those simpler summer outfits. Mixed metal is still in, by the way, and the chunkier, the better.
- Pearls with a Twist
Pearls used to be a staple in fashion in times gone past, but they’ve fallen out of favour in recent years. Now, they’re back but with a little bit more interest; this summer, it’s all about baroque and coloured pearl jewellery, as well as pearl chokers and really, anything that isn’t a traditional pearl necklace. Styling it with something strange? Even better.
- Silver Jewellery is back
For a while, it was all about gold, but now we’re seeing a renewed interest in silver jewellery.
Of course, mixed metal is still in, but we’re now swapping out those pure gold earrings for the cooler silver colourway. Don’t ditch your gold jewellery just yet; instead, layer or pair it with some new silver accessories. For example, a vintage gold watch looks great layered with some chunky silver bracelets. Or a gold chain looks effortlessly chic when it’s paired with some silver hoops.
So, gold jewellery isn’t going away necessarily, but silver is just that little bit more understated and more luxurious, don’t you think?
- Cuffing season
You guessed it: cuffs are back and bigger than ever. Think big chunky silver or gold cuffs paired with a crisp white shirt or a black maxi dress. These arm accessories are a seasonal staple and can be worn year-round, elevating any plain outfit into something more effortlessly glam and chic.