The 5 jewellery trends we’ll be wearing in 2025

An outfit without jewellery? Unthinkable. As one of our all-time favourite forms of self-expression, there rarely goes a day where we’re not wearing at least one piece of jewellery before heading out the door, especially in the summer.

And while we’ll never truly stray away from our time-honoured pieces, there’s something to be said for the adage “out with the old and in with the new”.

Despite January’s undeniably dreadful energy, the beginning of a new year is the perfect time to set intentions for the future and add some new pieces to your collection.

Therefore, in the spirit of welcoming a new year, these are the five jewellery trends we’re looking forward to wearing in 2025.

Move over, clean girl aesthetic: maximalism is back for 2025. The looks on the SS25 runways all had a certain optimism about them, and when fashion ups the ante, jewellery must follow.

Layered necklaces are only one of the over-the-top jewellery trends for 2025, and they can be as chic as they are striking. Either layer up all your favourite chains or turn to fine jewellery brands to deliver perfectly styled, pre-made necklace stacks.

The biggest jewellery trend of summer 2024 is here to stay! Y2K-inspired, charm-adorned necklaces and bracelets will also be all the rage in 2025, in line with maximalist and boho aesthetics making a comeback.

With options spanning from sleek, to classic, to plain silly there’s something for everyone. The main appeal of this whimsical trend is the opportunity to fully personalise your piece with charms and trinkets linked to your closest memories.

To take part, collect unique charms on your summer itinerary and stack them up on your favourite chain, or scroll down to check out the coolest brands doing charm jewellery.

Pearls are back for 2025 with a modern and fresh appeal. The SS25 runways were full of pearls with a twist, from body chains to belts.

Designers are pairing them with black rhodium for an edgy, rock ’n’ roll look or with textured gold and gemstones for contemporary and unusual results.

Pearls are the one jewellery trend for 2025 that still embraces minimalist sensibilities: a pearl earring or necklace can easily look passé if it doesn’t feature sleek, modern, and, well, minimalist silhouettes. So, if all-out maximalism isn’t for you, invest in pretty pearls!

Did we mention that maximalism is back this year? If you invest in only one of 2025’s jewellery trends, go for a one-and-done attention-grabbing statement piece, like an oversized necklace or a pair of sculptural earrings.

Basically everyone in Milan and Paris—from Gucci to Loewe to Tod’s—showed oversized necklaces like XXL chokers or giant sautoir necklaces. On the other hand, Off-White, Saint Laurent and Acne Studios adorned their models with striking, sculptural earrings.

These bold statement pieces won’t drown you or clash with the rest of your look, quite the contrary: they’re becoming so popular precisely because they’re the perfect final touch to any outfit.

This year’s trends seem to be all about bohemian inspirations and a decided optimism. Beads, which have been popping up on the runways in many forms, are an effect of this air of positivity.

Pantone predicted “fresh and optimistic” colours will be all the rage in 2025, and fun, energetic beads definitely fit the bill. Saint Laurent and Isabel Marant showed super-sized block beads in wood and jewel tones, while Ralph Lauren Collection paired dainty yet striking bead chains with tailoring.

Original text and content: Kayla Kuefler