Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Summer Jewelry Trends


As we are getting ready for Summer I thought I would do something a little different. This post is all about Summer jewelry trends. Since I'm a big supporter of the Etsy community I figured that was the perfect place to do my research and gather my examples.

So, here we go!

Trend #1: Antique Inspired

What's old is new again! Watch for delicate carvings and antiqued metals. I really like antique brass. This trend can be found in all types of jewelry and accessories.

pink flower and brass necklace by My Lavaliere
http://www.etsy.com/shop/mylavaliere

camera locket necklace by The Cranberry Cricket
http://www.etsy.com/shop/thecranberrycricket

Trend #2: Stacked Jewelry

Whether rings, necklaces, or bracelets, its all about stacking them. It's even fun to stack totally unrelated items. Especially with bracelets. Try stacking a wood bracelet with a metal or even a pretty lacquered colored one. Me, I would stack all three!

stacked bubble rings by Studio METHODE
http://www.etsy.com/shop/StudioMETHODE

vintage beads bangle bracelets by persnickety vintage
http://www.etsy.com/shop/persnicketyvintage

Trend #3: Feathers

Feathers are everywhere! Inspiration for a lot of these pieces come from Native American style and culture. I like how many designers have then added modern elements like gold or leather.

gold feather necklace by euthenia
http://www.etsy.com/shop/euthenia

leather feather earrings by Linda Lu Designs
http://www.etsy.com/shop/lindalu

Trend #4: Oversized Statement Pieces

The idea of these pieces is that you only need one piece of jewelry to accessorize your entire outfit.

 chunky rainbow bracelet from yours truly:)
www.urbancreatures.etsy.com

dandelion yellow oversized cluster ring
by Forty Four Oranges
http://www.etsy.com/shop/FortyfourOranges

I hope you enjoyed my little trend report. I think I may do more. I always have fun browsing all the great Etsy shops and it gives me a chance to promote other great handmade items. 

Ciao for now,
Figgy


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