Embrace Summer with These Essential Jewellery Updates

Summer feels like it’s arrived at last and you finally feel brave enough to to refresh your jewellery collection with some the season's hottest trends from our amazing local jewellery designers. Whether you're lounging in Victoria park, enjoying a weekend seaside getaway to Margate, or a guest a chic city wedding, the right accessories can elevate your summer style.

Here's a rundown of the must-have jewellery trends for this summer, tailored just for you from our brand new collections (and some of yourt old favourites too!)

Bold and Beautiful: Statement Earrings

Summer, statement earrings are making a big impact and its a style thats set to last if the catwalks are anything to go by. Think oversized hoops, statement shells, and bold geometric shapes. These pieces will add a pop of colour or some designer flair to any outfit. Sounds like a cliche, but these are all pieces that look equally fabulous for both casual daywear or evening soirees. Pair them with a simple dress or a classic white tee for an effortlessly chic and eternally versatile look that will look fresh year on year.

Shell Charm Drop Earrings by Grainne Morton

Amal Earrings by Chalk

Large Chunky Gold Hoops by Otiumberg

Nature-Inspired Pieces

Channel the beauty of the natural world with jewellery that features floral motifs, leaf patterns, and animal designs. These pieces bring a touch of whimsy and seasonal elegance to your summer wardrobe. Look for intricate necklaces and earrings from Our new Alex Monroe collection and playful vintage glass mushrooms and rainclouds from Grainne Morton incorporating natural elements to stay on-trend and connected to nature.

Long-Tailed Tit Necklace by Little Moose

Chrysanthemum Flower Stud Earrings by Alex Monroe

Mushroom Charm Necklace by Grainne Morton

Layering

Layering is key for summer when there’s more exposed skin to adorn. For necklaces, mix and match different length chains, styles, and textures to create a personalised look. Combine dainty chains with bold pendants or mix metals for a contemporary twist. This trend is all about expressing your individuality, so don't be afraid to experiment.

Layered T Bar Chains by Tilly Sveaas

Layered Chain bracelets and rings by Tilly Sveaas

Pearls with a Twist

Pearls are definitely no longer just for your grandma. This is a trend that continues to grow each summer with a more modern makeover every time. Look for pieces that incorporate irregularly shaped baroque pearls or combined with unexpectedly chunky metals and stones. This season we’ve taken it a step further with smooth Mother of Pearl and Paua shell from Freya Rose. These contemporary designs add a touch of sophistication with a fresh, modern edge and give a funky edge to a bridal look or formal event.

Warrioress Hoop Mother of Pearl Earrings by Freya Rose

Warrioress Mother of Pearl Necklace by Freya Rose

Hermania Pearl Necklace by Shyla

Layered Victorian Drop Earrings by Grainne Morton

Sustainable and Ethical Jewellery

Fashion-conscious and eco-friendly, sustainable jewellery is more than just a trend. Its here to stay and with good reason. Yet truly ethically made jewellery is harder to find than you think. There are a lot of big claims made without any real transparency. Luckily Considered Jewellery is the new go-to brand for trusted and transparent supply chain. Their pieces are created in the the most ethical way they can be while continuously reviewing ways to improve. They strive to create meaningful jewellery that you can wear with pride.  Learn more about Considered Jewellery here.

Opt for pieces made from recycled metals, ethically sourced stones, and environmentally friendly practices. Brands that focus on sustainability not only offer beautiful jewellery but also allow you to feel good about your purchase.

Signature Mini Disc Necklace by Considered Jewellery

Signature Disc Drop Earrings by Considered Jewellery

Colourful Gems

Brighten up your summer with colourful beaded jewellery. Grainne Morton gives us her eclectic mix of coloured vintage glass, semi precious stones and dyed pearls in her signature statement earrings. While Rachel Jackson embraces beaded layers of watermelon tourmaline, perfect for adding a playful vibe to your look. Green is the colour of the moment and when mixed with gold metals is the perfect hot summer nights combo.Go bold; mix and match different colours and styles for a fun and vibrant ensemble, or upgrade your piercing stack with delicate pops of precious colour from Zohreh V. Deliciousness!

Victorian Pointing Hand Balance Drop Earrings by Grainne Morton

Watermelon Gemstone Necklace by Rachel Jackson

Watermelon T-Bar Huggie Hoop Earrings by Rachel Jackson

Jean Ring in Green Quartz by Jean London

Emerald, Pink Sapphire & Diamond Flat Back Earring by Zohreh V (coming soon)

Tsavorite & Diamond 14ct White Gold Flat Back Piercing Earring by Zohreh V (coming soon)

Brooches

You asked and we listened! Requests for brooches have been going up and with the catwalks swerving away from minimalism and into maximalism inspired adornments we’re seeing brooches making a big return. Chanel with their giant camellias blooming right off the outfits. Erdem's show stopping gold dragonfly and Schiaparelli’s Daniel Roseberry consistently championing the brooch ever since joining the surrealist brand. 

Brighten up your summer with these beautiful brooches from Little Moose. Designed, handcut and constructed in Sussex. Feel grounded with this British bird or her froggy friends, Tropical vibes with the cute pink flamingo or intergalactic with (my favourite) Galaxy Brooch.

Summer is the perfect time to experiment with new styles and refresh your jewellery collection. Incorporate these trends to stay fashionable and fabulous all season long.

Happy accessorising!