Hottest Summer Jewelry Trends 2022
With barely-there fabric and no competing statement coats to steal the spotlight, summer is a fabulous season for putting your best jewelry on display. Add a statement choker to a breezy floral dress or a sleek watch to your colorful pantsuit–all it takes is one simple accessory to complete your look.
This summer, it’s all about having fun and playing with color. Cool, carefree, and flamboyant, the catwalks are brimming with sizzling summer inspo.
Here’s a rundown of 2022’s hottest summer jewelry trends you’ll be seeing everywhere.
Crystal Embellishments
Add some sparkle to your everyday outfit with an oversized crystal necklace! Crystals excel at stealing the show. Whether you’re wearing a classic little black dress or a full-length gown, crystals add an element of glamour and sophistication to any look. If you want to shine bright like a diamond without actually wearing diamonds, crystal-embellished jewels are your answer.
I’ve found the perfect piece to experiment with two trends for the new season simultaneously–crystal embellishments and chokers.
Shop the trend: Alexander McQueen’s Riviera Crystal Choker
Colorful Gemstones
Youthful and playful, colored gemstones are a great way to embrace the sprightliness of summer. Just one look at the Spring/Summer 2022 runways, and you’ll see flashes of colorful jewelry everywhere.
If you’re looking to step away from your traditional wardrobe of freshwater pearl necklaces and classic diamond earrings, step into a kaleidoscope of colored gemstones like sapphire, ruby, emerald, and aquamarine.
I’ve found a piece that enables you to dip your toes (or in this case, your wrist) into two trends at once: colored gemstones and cuffs.
Shop the trend: Tiffany and Co.’s Sevillana Cuff
Watches
A sleek and stylish watch adds a dose of sophistication to any outfit. Watches also boast a practical side–keeping the busy woman organized, on time, and perfectly in control while looking ultra-chic.
Shop the trend: Cartier’s Maillon de Cartier Watch
Fringe Adorned Pieces
Clothing, bags, and even jewelry are getting the fringe treatment this summer. Try pairing your fringe-adorned earrings or necklace with a simple tee and denim or summer maxi dress to get into the swing of the season. If you have ever embraced your bohemian spirit before, now’s your chance!
One of my favorite things about jewelry is that it can be as expressive or as subtle as you like, depending on your mood and personal preferences. You can channel your emotions through jewelry in a way that feels fun and freeing. Even if you’re not sure fringes are your thing, you never know until you try.
Shop the trend: Tiffany and Co.’s Mesh Fringe Earrings
Flowers
Flowers aren’t just a spring thing. Add some elegance to your summer dresses and suits with a pair of delicate floral earrings or an adorable rose-adorned ring. Even better, choose a colorful floral piece to embrace two trends at once: flowers and powerful pops of color. I’ve found a precious floral piece by Bulgari that’s utterly alluring…
Shop the trend: Bulgari’s Fiorever Ring
About The Author
Debbie Azar is the Co-Founder and President of Gemological Science International (GSI), one of the largest gemological organizations in the world, and a distinguished leader in the global diamond and jewelry industry. As an executive with extensive knowledge of the jewelry and gem lab industries, her entrepreneurial skills and vision have helped GSI achieve rapid and continuous growth worldwide, establishing 13 leading-edge gemological facilities on four continents. She currently serves on the boards of the Jewelers Vigilance Committee, Responsible Jewellery Council, and Jewelers for Children, and is a member of the 24 Karat Club of New York. She has been featured in Forbes, Daily Mail, Good Morning America, Bloomberg, Bloomberg Businessweek, Fox Business, Fox5, CBS2, BOLDTV, Varney&Co, The Street, and NASDAQ, among others.
