How to Style Jewelry with Swimwear
Whether you’re donning a one-piece design or an impeccably fitted elaborate bikini this summer, the right jewelry can really enhance your overall look while looking effortlessly cool. Often all you need are a few dainty chains or a sculptural bracelet to catch the sun’s rays and master your beach and pool aesthetic.
Here’s how to accessorize swimwear with jewelry and the best pieces for adding some sparkle to your swimsuit or bikini.
Go Gold
Yellow gold jewelry on sunkissed skin? Perfection! Gold is incredibly flattering on all skin tones, which makes it a winning choice for everyone. From dainty gold necklaces to oversized gold hoops, gold jewelry keeps your swimsuit in the spotlight. It also adds a touch of opulence to your look.
Shop the look: Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée Pearls of Gold Hoop Earrings
Layer Necklaces
You can instantly transform an off-the-shoulder bardot or even a simple bikini by layering gold necklaces at varying lengths. Plunging necklaces will create an ideal canvas for layers of necklaces. Experiment with different pendant shapes and chain styles until you attain your desired look. You can also layer cuff bracelets and other jewelry for a more dramatic look.
Shop the look: Tiffany & Co. Wave Necklace
Add a Touch of Turquoise
Nothing says ocean vibes more than turquoise jewelry. To add a vibrant splash of color to your swimsuit, opt for a stunning turquoise pendant or decorate your wrists with a stack of turquoise bangles that shimmer in the sunlight. Turquoise jewelry provides a vibrant contrast against any swimsuit color, particularly elegant black or pristine white designs.
Shop the look: David Yurman DY Elements® Double Drop Earrings
Wear Tone-on-Tone Jewels
For a timeless, sophisticated look, wear tone-on-tone jewels, matching jewelry shades to your swimsuit. Color matching is simple to do and looks impressively striking.
Choose accessories in hues that harmonize with your swimwear, such as deep navy earrings with a navy bikini or champagne-colored bracelets to complement a sandy-toned one-piece.
Shop the look: Cartier Juste Un Clou Bracelet in Rose Gold
Create a Bright Contrast
To create a bolder beach look, contrast your jewelry. Particularly when you are wearing darker-toned swimwear, dazzling golds and vivid hues really pop. If you love a bright contrast, try matching a pink bathing suit with emerald drop earrings. Other great contrast combinations include purple and silver, yellow and turquoise, and blue and coral. Experiment, play with different colors and combinations, see what works best, and most importantly: have fun.
Shop the look: Harry Winston Classic Winston Emerald-Cut Emerald Ring
Embrace Ocean Life
Channel your inner mermaid with ocean-inspired jewelry. Shells, starfish, and pearls are perfect for enhancing your beachy vibe. Look for pieces that feature intricate designs reminiscent of marine life like a pair of shell earrings or a starfish pendant. You can always wear them alongside gold necklaces and diamond-studded bracelets to blend playful casual with formal elegance.
Shop the look: Tiffany & Co. Starfish Pendant
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.
