Jewellery Trends 2026: What's In This Year

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Jewellery in 2026 is bolder and more personal than it has been in years. The dainty, barely-there minimalism that defined the early 2020s is giving way to pieces with more presence, more colour and more character. Here are the trends we are seeing this year, and easy ways to wear them — whether you want to go all in or just add a touch.

Baroque and mixed pearls

Pearls are firmly in fashion, but not the uniform, perfectly round strands of the past. The look now is all about baroque pearls — irregular, characterful shapes — and pearls mixed in different sizes, or set against gold, crystal and coloured stones. It is a fresh, modern take on a timeless material. If you are curious, our guide to baroque pearls explains why imperfect is the new perfect.

Yellow gold is back

After years of cool-toned silver and white gold, warm yellow gold is making a strong comeback — particularly in chains, vintage-inspired designs and bolder statement pieces. It brings warmth to an outfit and pairs beautifully with pearls and coloured stones alike.

Chunky chains

Bold, substantial chain necklaces and bracelets are one of the defining looks of the year. A chunky chain adds instant confidence and structure, and works just as well over a plain t-shirt as with evening wear. If you want to understand the different link styles, our guide to types of necklace chains is a helpful primer.

Colour, everywhere

The "clear stones only" era is over. Coloured gemstones — sapphire blues, emerald greens, warm reds and playful rainbow stones — are being worn at every price point. Colour is an easy, joyful way to make a piece feel like yours. Our coloured gemstones guide is a good place to start.

Mixed metals and layering

One of the most freeing trends of 2026: you no longer have to match everything. Mixing gold and silver tones and layering necklaces of different lengths is not only allowed, it is the look. It makes styling more personal and lets you wear more of what you already own together. Our guide to layering necklaces shows how to do it without tangling.

Statement earrings

Finally, earrings are having a moment — sculptural drops, bold hoops and eye-catching studs that frame the face and carry an outfit on their own. They are an easy way to try the bolder mood of 2026 without overhauling your whole collection.

Trend Easy way to try it
Baroque pearls A pair of irregular pearl drop earrings
Yellow gold A warm gold pendant or chain
Chunky chains One bold chain worn on its own
Colour A single coloured-stone ring or studs
Mixed metals Layer a gold and a silver necklace

The through-line of 2026 is intention: fewer throwaway pieces, more items chosen because they mean something or simply make you happy. You do not need to chase every trend — pick the one or two that feel like you, and wear them with confidence.