From timeless investment pieces to playful statement styles

Receiving something sparkly is usually tied to a big event, like an engagement, graduation, or birthday. But investing in a jewellry gift just for yourself? That’s one of several 2023 jewellry trends on the rise. Whether costume or fine jewellry, designers are noticing more demand for standout earrings, rings, and necklaces that reflect shoppers’ personalities and interests—and the bigger the statement, the better. “We’ve seen far more demand for bolder pieces,” says designer Brent Neale.

The shift toward using jewellry for a true personal statement has been a long time coming. “[During] the past two years with the pandemic, everyone needed colourful, uplifting, [and] fun jewellry, as a way to boost their moods,” explains Francesca Simons, a fine jewellry publicist who launched her own consultancy in 2016. That bright and whimsical aesthetic will continue in 2023, with chunky cuffs and eye-catching earrings also trending upward. Plus, there’s renewed interest in pieces that feel intentional, perhaps custom designs (something Neale has seen demand increase for), or small personal splurges like a signet ring

“[Clients are looking for] something that speaks to them to purchase for themselves, rather than waiting for someone else to gift them a piece without their input,” says Baylee Zwart, CEO and founder of Azlee jewellry. “Fine jewellry has become something you wear and enjoy every day, not something that sits in a safe for years to come.”

“I think people have begun to wear earrings again,” says Neale. “During the pandemic, we really saw that stop because of masks and people being less social. But recently, earrings sales have been coming back in a big way.” On runways ranging from Givenchy to Tory Burch, bold cuffs worn at the wrist or higher up on the arm were a favourite style for spring 2023. Oversized or dainty, the choice is yours. On runways ranging from Givenchy to Tory Burch, bold cuffs worn at the wrist or higher up on the arm were a favourite style for spring 2023.

“Coloured stones are continuing to gain attention —especially emeralds, which I think are here to stay,” says Zwart. Instead of a classic tennis bracelet or diamond studs, try swapping for bold emeralds instead.