Trendy Bracelets to Keep You Shining
You’re never fully dressed without a smile–or your bracelets. There’s nothing like the satisfying jangle of a well curated bracelet set to brighten your day, not to mention your outfit. Still, bracelets don’t always get the recognition they deserve. Perhaps it’s because they aren’t as front-and-center as necklaces or earrings, but not everybody appreciates bracelets as the dynamic, statement-making pieces that they are.
In this blog, we aim to change that. We’ll discuss the ever-evolving world of bracelets and give you the rundown on today’s top trends. By the end of the article, you’ll be ready to buy some bracelets of your own and take on the world with a fresh new style.
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Pearl Bracelets
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Black Pearl Bracelets
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Gold Cuff Bracelets
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Gold Chain Bracelets
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Stretch Bracelets
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Charm Bracelets
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Gold Charm Bracelets
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Pearl Bracelets
When you think of pearls, you think of classic elegance. But pearls have proven themselves timeless and versatile, always finding their way back to the cutting edge of fashion. Recently, they’ve surged in not only women’s fashion, but men’s fashion. Guys and girls alike are flaunting pearl bracelets, and finding innovative ways to dress them up or down.
Pearls also seem to be the gem of choice for celebrities lately. Bella Hadid, Harry Styles and Billie Eilish have been lighting up red carpets with bold pearl pieces, while Ariana Grande wore simple but stunning pearls for her wedding. It’s both a throwback to mid century glamor a la Audrey Hepburn and Jackie Kennedy, and an updated statement for today’s fashion-forward culture.
Among their many assets, pearls are some of the most affordable precious stones on the market. You can get quality cultured pearls at very reasonable prices, making pearl bracelets a particularly prime choice for a young jewelry enthusiast. But if there’s anything we’ve learned from the past few centuries of fashion, it’s that everyone looks stunning in pearls.
One quick note: while pearl bracelets are undeniably gorgeous, pearls are soft and prone to scratching. Take good care of your pearls, and never wear a pearl bracelet during activities that might damage it (such as working out, cleaning the house or gardening).
Black Pearl Bracelets
The white pearl’s rebellious cousin, black pearls bring a bit of edge to the elegance. Rarer than white pearls, they tend to be more expensive, but can be found at plenty of price points. Slip these sleek beauties around your wrist to instantly elevate your look.
Gold Cuff Bracelets
These days, it’s all about yellow gold–the more, the better–and it’s hard to get bolder or gold-er than a gold cuff bracelet.
Cuff bracelets have been around for over 7,000 years. They were popular pieces in Egyptian, Mayan, Incan, Greek and ancient Chinese cultures, where they were used to signify class and status. A woman with a cuff bracelet was a woman with power. Even today, there’s still something empowering about these sturdy bracelets.
They may sound basic, but there are a million ways to style a gold cuff bracelet. For starters, jewelers have taken this trend and run with it, and you can find thousands of incredible gold cuff bracelets, each with their own unique features. Opt for a rustic chic look with a hammered gold cuff bracelet, or live luxuriously in a cuff bracelet embedded with gemstones. The choice is yours. You also have free reign to decide how you wear it: they can easily be dressed up to accompany a formal look, or dressed down to add some flair to your tee and jeans.
So embrace your bold side and flaunt an eye-catching style. It’s more than a fashion statement, it’s a statement of strength.
Gold Chain Bracelets
Continuing on with the gold theme, we have the gold chain bracelet. Simple chains seem to be the go-to minimalist piece of the 2020s, and we’re all about it. Whether worn around the wrist, the ankle or the neck, the gold chain just pairs so perfectly with everything.
Another thing we love about the gold chain bracelet? Despite its simple concept, it comes in an endless variety of designs. You can find chunky gold chains, ultra-thin chains, paperclip chains, flat link chains, oval link chains, multi-row chains, chains studded with diamond accents and so many more. Like the other bracelets on this list, this style is incredibly versatile and can easily be mixed, matched and swapped out when creating your outfit of the day.
As with pearls, both men and women are capitalizing on the gold chain trend. It’s a super trendy, super romantic opportunity to match your partner. Or, fly solo in a gold chain bracelet tailored to your specific style. Whatever you choose to do with it, you’re guaranteed to look fabulous in a gold chain bracelet.
Stretch Bracelets
This trend feels like both a throwback and a leap forward. Stretchy bracelets are bound to have you reminiscing about the bead bracelets of your childhood, but they’ve come a long way since your playground days. Stretch bracelets bring some whimsy to your wardrobe. Plus, they’re refreshingly easy to wear, with no clasps or hooks to worry about.
There are plenty of ways to elevate this well-loved look. Beads made from precious and semi-precious stones will shimmer brighter and last (way, way) longer than the neon plastic beads you wore growing up. Or, go for gold: opt for simple gold beads and bars, or lean into diamond accents. Even luxury diamond tennis bracelets come in stretchy form these days.
The only thing to keep in mind with stretch bracelets is that the strings or threads will thin and fray over time. As with strands of pearls, bring in your stretch bracelets for occasional maintenance to keep them in top condition.
Other than that, these bracelets are an easy, breezy, playful look. So whether you’re looking for a pop of color or a new take on an old classic, lean into the stretch bracelet trend. We promise you'll fall in love with it.
Gold Charm Bracelets
It’s another throwback look–we’re sensing a theme here, and we’re all for it. Inspired by peppy and preppy trends, this summer camp staple has gotten a 2020s makeover.
We love gold charm bracelets for the same reason we loved our old charm bracelets: they’re endlessly customizable. The perfect way to express yourself, gold charm bracelets bring new meaning to the phrase “wearing your heart on your sleeve.”
You can purchase bracelets with charms already included, or create your own set. With a seemingly infinite number of charms available, spice up a simple chain with mementos and tokens of all the things that matter most to you. Commemorate life milestones, give a shout out to your family members or pets, or customize a set of charms in your favorite colors–you can do it all, and in gold this time.
Find Your Dazzling, Dynamic Bracelets at Dean’s Jewelry
We hope this blog has shown you that bracelets are a jewelry box essential. They’re fun, versatile, and so easy to incorporate into your wardrobe. Now that you have the scoop on five of today’s trendiest bracelet styles, you’re probably itching to get your hands on a few pieces of your own. The good news is, we’re here to help!
Dean’s Jewelry, with locations in Coshocton, Ohio and Mt. Vernon, Ohio, is at your service with a sweet selection of bracelets and a staff of true jewelry experts to help you explore them. Of course, if you don’t live in the Columbus, Ohio area, you can always check out our trendy bracelets online. So, what are you waiting for? Take home a bracelet today and take things up a notch!