The Best Jewelry Trends for Summer 2023

Whether you're spending your summer in a swimsuit or soaking up some European style trends while traveling abroad, there's one thing that can add that finishing touch to all your favorite looks throughout the season: jewelry.

From attention-grabbing necklaces to the most delicate of rings and everything in between, jewelry is oftentimes the tiniest thing that has the greatest impact on your style overall. And, like all things in the fashion world, it isn't immune to trends that take over season by season—and summer is no different. But which jewelry trends are actually worth sporting this summer? Only you can be your own judge, but we've rounded up a few of the best for you to find the right finishing touches for all your summer 2023 fits.

Beaded Bliss

Forget about the cringe-worthy '90s-inspired beads of trends past and welcome in a new era of beads that strike the perfect balance between fun and fashion. Beaded necklaces, bracelets, anklets and more have taken over street style and high fashion alike, and you can weave the trend into your own wardrobe this summer with pieces that speak volumes (like this one from Madewell, $30) or ones that are subtly chic.

(via Madewell)

 

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Mixed Metals

As of this summer, the days of searching through the organized chaos that is your jewelry box trying to find complementary pieces of the same metal are officially over. That's because mixed metals are having a major moment for summer 2023 (and likely beyond), meaning there's no more need to match gold with gold and silver with silver. Instead, it's time to shake things up and bend the traditional rules of fashion by layering both metals or purchasing pieces that already do the mixing for you (like this bracelet from Uncommon James, $48).

(via Uncommon James)

 

Summer of Shapes

Just when you thought that you wouldn't have to think about geometry until school starts up again in the fall, this summer 2023 jewelry trend is here to make you think again. We're obsessed with the clean lines and striking symmetry that this style brings, whether you keep it simple with something like this dainty linked circles necklace ($40, Hello Adorn) or go bold with these striking yet chic diamond-shaped earrings ($40, Uncommon James), studying up on this geometry will make you and your outfits a whole lot wiser.

(via Hello Adorn)

 

Brilliant Bangles

Layer 'em up or wear them one at a time, but bangles are back in a big way. The beauty of this trend is that it can be combined with other summer 2023 trends as well, from bright colors to mixed metals and everything in between. If you're just breaking into the world of wearing bangle bracelets, we suggest starting small with something like this gold cuff from Kendra Scott, $46.40, or this one from BaubleBar, $28.

(via BaubleBar)

 

Perfect Pearls

Mermaidcore hasn't gone anywhere for summer 2023, and in fact, we'd even argue that it's bigger than ever. However, this season's rendition is a little less over the top and a lot more subtle-enough-to-make-even-Ariel-jealous. Pearls, for example, are taking over, often in unexpected ways. From simple earrings to bold necklaces (like this one from omè, $85), there's a way for everyone to show off their pearls perfectly.

(via omè)

 

All Chained Up

From ultra-dainty to big and bold, the summer of chain link jewelry is upon us. It's a soft way to add a little edge to an outfit, especially with minimalist styles like this one from Maple & J ($75) that go with everything from bikinis to ballgowns.

(via Maple & J)

 

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Candy-Colored Gems

Summer trends are all about going brighter, and gemstone jewelry is no different. This season, swap out those old neutral-colored stones for something more chromatic. The best part? It's completely okay if the colors of the gems don't exactly match your outfit. The brighter, the better this summer. Our favorite way to wear this style is with rings, like this one from Girls Crew ($58) or this one from Anthropologie ($48).

(via Girls Crew)

 

Simply Charmed

Summer is the time to let your personality shine, and what better way to do that than by wearing it? Charms are the perfect wearable statement, whether you're going with some chic shells or an attention-grabbing animal. Choose your charms based on what you like, and wear them with pride for an outfit that's truly as you as it gets. When in doubt, find a brand (like Mejuri) that sells charms separately so that you can adorn as you please.

(via Mejuri)

 

While this list really only scratches the surface of all the jewelry trends out there for summer 2023, we think we've set you up on the right path for a season full of rule-breaking styles that are sure to please. And for more summer trends to look out for, click HERE for our list of favorite summer nail trends.