The sweet gale of birds is heard more often as the blanket of snow melts, revealing lush grass or, in New York City’s case, concrete sidewalks. No doubt, warm weather is gradually making its way back to New York. New Yorkers are more than eager to ditch their coats and thermals even before spring has arrived. Who can blame them? As fashionable people, they not only step out in fabulous clothes but dashing jewelry to compete. Adorning the body with jewelry never goes out of fashion. Just as sure as the sky is blue and flowers and foliage are vibrant in warm weather, piling on jewels should follow suit.
No matter how individualized a style is, there are five distinct jewelry looks that are recognized trends for this spring and summer. Touches of Neon which is probably the newest trend, is perfect for the daring. From just a hint of neon pink on drop earrings like the Miguel Ases’ collection and solid tomato red leather wrap bracelets like from Accessories & Beyond to a burst (and mix) of neon pinks, reds and greens on a cuff like of LK’s collection, there’s enough to tickle everyone’s fancy, even for the most color discerning consumers.
Making a statement can never be so loud yet silent. Statement Jewelry is the craze. Designer Wendy Yue has snakes made of brown diamonds, rubies and white sapphires slithering on rings and designer Phillips Frankel engraved a hidden “love always” message on a rose gold and white diamond cuff that clasps, while designer Anton Heunis placed three large and unique crystal flowers on a vintage inspired gold-toned necklace.
Minimal but feminine is the Ladylike Minimalism trend that includes lots of simple and even plain jewelry. However, a little goes a long way considering the Jordan Schlanger’s sterling silver tendril bracelet that screams out, “Queen of the Nile” chic, according to “Fragments” a jewelry website. The same goes for Dana Kellin’s sterling silver necklace in silver beads pendants and white Labradorite. Seth Coutoure’s diamond hoop earrings are so classic and simple, that they make a wardrobe essential for fashion-forward femmes.
An artsy carefree and excess glamour take on life mix here, creating the Bohemian Luxe trend. The look can be credited to Jordan Alexander’s white turquoise and leather cuffs. Rachel Baritz and Danielle Gadi of “Fragments” a jewelry showroom located in Soho advised, “Bohemian Luxe jewelry can be worn on the beach or to help dress down a fancy outfit.” Whether it’s a day basking under the sun or illuminating underneath the moon, bohemian luxe jewelry’s versatility is a winner.
Layering by mixing metals, fine and fashion jewelry is a practical trend. It gives those who have stacks of jewelry brimming out of boxes or entangled on shelves a chance to wear most, if not all, their trove. Huichol’s cuffs come in various colors and patterns that can be layered and stacked on with other jewelry. In this case, the sky’s the limit so go out and do what Mother Nature does best during the warm seasons, flaunt.
