Editor’s Note
**Editor’s Note:** This article explores the enduring appeal of nautical-inspired jewellery for Summer 2026, highlighting a shift from kitschy motifs to elevated seashell, pearl, and gold designs from labels like Jenny Bird, Éliou, and Juju Vera.
At the top of the year (with the help of presentations from designer labels like Balmain and Ralph Lauren, of course), we predicted the nautical jewellery trend that ruled last summer was going nowhere in 2026. Graduating from kitschy, fish-shaped finds, fashion’s fascination with all things aquatic lives on in the form of elevated seashell-shaped delights, golden treasures and pearly pieces. From Jenny Bird newness to hidden gems designed by Éliou and Juju Vera, shop our curated selection of trendy summer jewellery below.
Is there anything more summer-coded than an anklet adorned with seashells? We think not. Éliou’s Reef Anklet bears an olive green paracord and a gold-plated chain that wraps around the ankle three times for a stylish layered look. Plus, it can also be worn as a necklace or a bracelet.
Price: $396
There’s mixed metal jewellery, and then there’s mismatched jewellery. Inspired by the colours of the sky and the sand, Collina Strada’s rhinestone-loaded Coral Stud Earrings are sure to add a playful splash of colour to all your summertime getups.
Price: $175
From Tory Burch’s clam earrings and Ralph Lauren’s silver pendants to Balmain’s whorl chains, the spring/summer 2026 runway shows were jam-packed with shell-inspired jewellery. Try Zara’s pair of Oval Shell Maxi Rings to get the look without breaking the bank.
Price: $33
Tiffany & Co.’s yellow gold HardWear Large Link Earrings shimmer like the reflection of sunshine over the ocean. The jeweller’s signature gauge link design gives these timeless earrings a bold—yet still easily wearable—feel.
Price: $6,800
Handmade by local artisans between Mallorca and Argentina, Suplais’ colourful jewellery is crafted from recycled glass and other carefully sourced materials. The brand’s Pimpollo Necklace features an orange, mouth-blown glass flower and river pearls retrieved from pre-loved pieces.
Price: $195
Pair Juju Vera’s oversized Eliza Earrings with your chicest vacation dresses, breeziest caftans or hottest evening gowns to make an unforgettable fashion statement. From the top down, spiral studs transform into shell-like motifs and dangling tassels.
Price: $750
New in from Jenny Bird’s “La Spiaggia” (the beach in Italian) collection, this tubular Nelle Bangle is complete with subtle textured details reminiscent of ocean waves. Good news for the gold jewellery wearers: It comes in 14 karat gold-plated steel, too.
Price: $228
Mejuri’s just-dropped “Gifts from Nature” collection is rife with coastline-inspired treasures, like this Isla Lariat Necklace. The precious aquamarine and dyed jade gemstones strung along its chain wear like little pieces of sparkling seaglass.
Price: $248
Double down on the shell jewellery trend with Panacea’s Shell Motif Cuff Bracelet. Whether you’re off to a romantic beach wedding or simply a laidback trip to the seaside, you won’t want to leave home without this cool cuff.
Price: $44
This ship anchor-inspired Mariner Link Dangle Charm comes straight from Pandora’s new “Blue Ocean” collection. When strung onto the jeweller’s Tubular Choker Necklace, the brand calls the look “a modern choker moment with oceanic depth,” and we couldn’t agree more.
