Jewelry in 2025: Go big or go home with chunky chains and cosmic charms

Jewelry trends are leaning into a mix of bold, expressive styles and timeless, personal pieces that reflect individuality.

Here's what's in style right now:

1. Bold Statement Pieces

Oversized is the name of the game. Think chunky gold cuffs, massive hoop earrings, and rings that could double as paperweights. Designers like Saint Laurent and Balmain are pushing single, dramatic pieces—think a sculptural necklace or a lone ear cuff that screams confidence. Geometric shapes and metallic finishes (gold, silver, even titanium) are hot, with a nod to 80s and 90s excess.

2. Reimagined Pearls

Pearls aren’t your grandma’s anymore. In 2025, they’re irregular (baroque), colorful (jade green, blush pink), and oversized. Bottega Veneta’s SS25 runway had jade-green baroque pearls strung with gold beads, while Chloé went for tassel earrings with pearls dangling like fringe. They’re subversive—less preppy, more edgy.

3. Layering & Maximalism

Layering’s back, but it’s chaotic—think mismatched metals (gold with silver), stacked bangles, and necklaces of varying lengths. Marie Lichtenberg’s cord-strung lockets and Lauren Rubinski’s braided leather chains are ready-made for this vibe. It’s a “more is more” ethos, with charm necklaces (stars, hearts, initials) adding personalization.

4. Vibrant Gemstones

Color’s taking over—sapphires, emeralds, rubies, even aquas and garnets. Saint Laurent’s molten earrings with ruby drops and Rafael Indiana’s bold gem combos are leading the charge. Rings and pendants with contrasting stones (think sapphire next to citrine) are everywhere, offering a personal pop.

5. Celestial Motifs

Stars, moons, and zodiac signs are shining bright. Brilliant Earth notes pavé diamonds mimicking constellations and colored stones for planets—think a moon pendant with a garnet accent. It’s mystical yet wearable, hitting rings, earrings, and necklaces hard.

6. Chunky Chains

Big, bold chains are inescapable—necklaces, bracelets, even body chains (thanks, Chanel SS25). They’re often brushed gold or silver, sometimes with gemstone accents. It’s a power move—pair one with a plain tee, and you’re dressed.

7. Personalization

Initials, birthstones, angel numbers (111, 222)—jewelry’s getting intimate. Hailey Bieber’s rocking her kid’s initials, and angel number pendants are spiking among spiritual types. It’s sentimental but stylish, with bezel-set stones or engraved charms.

8. Two-Tone Metals

Mixing gold and silver’s no longer taboo—it’s trending. Think two-tone rings or earrings with a warm-cool contrast. Jessica McCormack’s pinstripe earrings blend enamel and diamonds, proving it’s chic, not clashing.

9. Brooches & Pins

Brooches are back, pinning coats and sweaters with vintage flair. Bottega Veneta’s golden frog pins and Louis Vuitton’s quirky takes are runway hits. They’re less about flash, more about personality—think Art Deco or boho vibes.

For your own stash, mix a bold cuff or chain with a personal pendant and some colorful gems—you’ll hit every 2025 vibe.