【London, UK】The 5 Major Jewellery Trends The Experts Are Backing For 2026

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As jewellery trends shift from layered looks to singular statement pieces, we explore the forecast for 2026, where bold, substantial designs take centre stage.

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Fortune favours the bold

After several seasons of layered necklaces and stacking rings, the experts are pointing to a simpler mood for 2026 – albeit one that still allows jewellery-lovers to make a statement. According to Birmingham-based Laura Vann, whose fine and demi-fine pieces have been spied on everyone from model Saffron Vadher to Michelle Obama, the most discerning shoppers are seeking out fewer, but more substantial pieces that “make a statement on their own”.

“2026 is all about big, bold and sculptural pieces. As minimalism in clothing continues to dominate, dramatic colours and statement designs function as the perfect way to inject personality and individuality into a look.”

According to Laura Kay, of London boutique Tomfoolery, “fine jewellers are pushing their craft into new territory, creating pieces that feel sculptural, intentional and almost atmospheric in their presence. These designs echo the curves and irregularities of the natural world, while showcasing a level of technical precision that borders on architectural.”

Torques, collars and cuffs

Ruby Beales, jewellery buying manager at Liberty, has long been a fan of Alexis Bittar’s gold collar necklace, and now points to cuffs as a perfect way to add a little drama to an outfit.

“I love how versatile they are,” she says, “you can throw one on casually over the sleeve of a fine knit or pair with a simple tee. I’m especially loving the ’70s-inspired resin cuffs from Julietta, which look incredible both day and night.”
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Laura Vann, meanwhile, points to her own Sacha Torque Choker as a personal pick.

Gold takes a back seat

Ysso founder Alexia Karides has witnessed a surge in the popularity of silver and mixed metals, a trend she attributes in part to the rising price of gold.

“We have seen a real surge in interest of our silver pieces across the board, but especially our best-selling Birth of Venus necklace,” she says, also name-checking another “quieter piece”, Ysso’s Aesop pendant in sterling silver.

Lucy Delius, who opened her flagship boutique in Notting Hill this year, concurs.

“With the rise in cost of our materials, I anticipate seeing a rise in fine jewellers incorporating semi-precious stones and pearls into their pieces in an attempt to offer maximum impact… That is where I’ll be focusing my attention,” she adds.

Missoma founder Marisa Hordern points to mixed metal pieces as a perfect way in to silver jewellery.

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“Silver is having a huge moment on the catwalk and red carpet, leading to people mixing up their metals more and more in their everyday styling,” she says. “We’ve seen a real rise in demand for our mixed metal pieces – these two-tone designs are a perfect starting point.”
Pinky rings
“I’m calling 2026 the year of the pinky ring, it’s where we are seeing growth in our sales,” says Lucy Delius. “I think it’s the ultimate statement – it’s bold and self-assured, but at the same time so classic and timeless.”

Laura Kay recently invested in a signet ring by Jilian Maddin: “A portrait-cut lab sapphire set over a hand-carved swan underlay. The craftsmanship is extraordinary and has an edge I haven’t seen before.”

Pieces with permanence

As ever, discerning shoppers are buying less in general, and focusing their attention on quality and longevity.

“I think customers will be investing more in fine jewellery than demi-fine,” says Delius. “Clients are looking to put their money behind something with more material permanence: something they know continues to grow in both fiscal and sentimental value over the years.”
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An investment piece doesn’t have to mean blowing the budget, either. Vann points to her Art Deco-inspired Remi necklace – a stone set on simple cord.

“The combination of humble and luxurious materials speaks to a broader fashion perspective that values both luxury and casual ease,” she says.
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⏰ Published on: December 28, 2025