8 Jewelry Trends That Will Ensure You Shine Bright In 2023

If your outfits aren’t making you smile, it might be time to update your accessories collection. At least that’s what Shopbop fashion director Caroline Maguire believes, based on what customers are adding to their carts right now. The sartorial vibe for 2023’s jewelry trends, it seems, is happy, and nothing guarantees a good time like a bit of sparkle.

“Overall, we’re seeing a need for fun and functional styles that can be worn daily,” Maguire says. The right piece of jewelry in particular, she adds, can be just the thing to put the fun in functional. Think: a rule-breaking pair of earrings or a mood-boosting pop of color to decorate an otherwise-simple ensemble.

If bright hues and bold statement pieces aren’t quite right for your personal style, don’t fret. There is no one-size-fits-all answer in the jewelry department, and that has never been truer than for this season’s other top trend: barely there baubles that make a case for a less-is-more mentality.

Below, we’ve rounded up eight trending jewelry styles for the minimalist, the maximalists, and everyone in between.

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Jewelry Trend 2023: Not Your Grandma’s Pearls

Pearls aren’t going anywhere (thank you, Harry Styles). But with the turn of each season comes a slew of interesting new ways to wear them, so we’re predicting even bolder, even better takes on the trend are in store for us all. We’re talking unusual shapes, architectural embellishments, and materials that are anything but traditional — the kind of pearls that’ll have granny clutching hers.

Jewelry Trend 2023: Barely There Baubles

Considering the hashtag #nonecklacetrend has over 5.6 million views on TikTok, some would argue that the biggest jewelry trend right now is, well, no jewelry at all. However, if stepping out without even the slightest something feels to you like leaving the house naked, consider a barely there alternative instead. From chains so thin they’re almost translucent to “sweet nothing rings,” these styles are a minimalist’s dream.

Jewelry Trend 2023: Kid-Friendly

According to Maguire, finding an accessory that can add a pop of color and happiness to your look is key for the seasons ahead. “Shoppers are loving bright and festive charmed jewelry right now!” she says, pointing to brands like Vanessa Arizaga and Lauren Rubinksi as coveted examples. You could even borrow from the little ones in your life. Sharing is caring, after all.

Jewelry Trend 2023: Mixed Media

For an aesthetic that’s fit for maximalists and the indecisive alike, look no further than the mixed-media trend. Instead of choosing between pearls and silver, resin and rose gold, or whatever other materials set your sartorial heart aflutter, opt for a piece that combines them all at once. Break the rules. Mix those metals. The limit does not exist.

Jewelry Trend 2023: Flower Power

From birth flowers to Carrie Bradshaw-approved rosettes, the appeal of floral details is strong, especially with spring now here. Big or small, bright or subdued, there’s no wrong way to rock this floral-forward trend.

Jewelry Trend 2023: Statement Silver

Since silver metallics and aluminum-like materials are all the rage thanks to their party-ready shine and futuristic feel, the trend has found its way into jewelry boxes, too. A statement silver piece adds an undoubtedly stylish touch to your ensemble and is the next best thing to wearing actual foil.

Jewelry Trend 2023: Cuffs

In quintessential Y2K style, cuffs are back. A ubiquitous staple from decades past, this chunky accessory is the sweetest kind of arm candy no matter where on your appendage you choose to wear it (hint: upper arm cuffs are also cool).

Jewelry Trend 2023: Tennis Necklaces

Classic jewelry trends don’t ever go out of fashion, but each season one style among them tends to shine a bit brighter than the rest. Right now, it’s the tennis necklace that’s stealing the spotlight, and when real diamonds are out of the question (and by question we mean budget), lab-grown pieces from brands like Dorsey are an increasingly popular choice. Plus, there are always Cubic Zirconia styles to get the look without breaking the bank.

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This TikTok Runner Went Viral For Finding Shorts That Dont Ride Up

Part of TikTok’s compulsively watchable appeal is the FYP’s ability to show you new things that also feel like exactly what you were looking for — you just didn’t know it yet. Like when I stumbled on a viral video from a runner who had found the impossible: running shorts that don’t ride up. When Erin Azar — also known as Mrs. Space Cadet, the “professional struggle runner” — appeared on my TikTok feed, I felt like the algo hit hard. As a person who is often unmotivated to finish any sort of creative or personal task, the literal push I was seeing from Azar and her runs really got me emotional and inspired (Azar is also hilarious, so there’s lots of giggling, too). She also often reviews running gear, including the elusive shorts that won’t ride up.

Off-screen, Azar is a mom living in Pennsylvania, who started running as a way to stay active and improve her overall well-being. Her training sessions are everything you actually imagine runs to be: sweaty, unglamorous, gnarly, the whole ordeal. (But, not to worry, there are moments of pure joy peppered throughout her journey, too.)

“I was feeling mentally and physically unhealthy after having my third baby,” Azar writes in an email to Refinery29. “I ran a mile out of desperation because I needed fresh air and movement. It helped my anxiety and exhaustion a bit so I kept going.” And go she did — eventually, Azar signed up for a marathon as a way to keep herself on track with her exercise routine. “I’m someone who quits everything I start, so signing up for a marathon was a way to force me to keep running even on days when I didn’t want to,” she explains. Azar recently finished her third marathon in Chicago and declares there’s “no going back.”

As you can imagine, Azar has been testing and wearing a ton of activewear — and the post that had me gripped was her search for flowy shorts that don’t ride up. (Relatable.) The post has low-key gone viral, with 1.3 million views to date, probably because it’s nearly impossible to find shorts that truly don’t, as Azar would say, “get gobbled by your thighs.”

Interestingly enough, Azar tells me she only wears bike shorts when she’s marathon training because she can’t have things flopping around in her pockets (bike shorts keep things contoured to her legs). But, for any other physical activity like walking, running errands, strength workouts, yoga, or going to the beach, she prefers flowy shorts so that her legs can breathe.

“I almost always wear a size large but women’s sizing is so unhinged, so a Lululemon size 10 for me translates to a large in some brands but XL in others, especially the ‘knockoff’ products,” Azar says of how she goes about what pant sizes she wears and tests, noting that she has an “enormous rant” stored up about the problems with women’s sizing. Since that can make it hard to give recommendations to viewers, her workaround is to “generally just show my body, share what size I wear, and hope that provides enough value and info for my followers to make informed decisions about what size might work for them.” Ahead, watch Azar’s TikTok video and shop the three flowy shorts she has tested (complete with brisk walks, squats, and high kicks) that remain, for the most part, unsucked into the vortex of the inner thighs.

@mrs.space.cadet This has been quite the series! What should I test next?? #thickthighproblems #shorts #tryon ♬ original sound – Mrs. Space Cadet

Lululemon Track That Mid-Rise Lined Short 5″, $68

REI Co-op Swiftland 5″ Running Shorts, $59.95

Brooks Chaser 7″ Short, $66

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The Best Straw Hats Jewelry & Sandals To Take On The Summer Trend

Straw always makes a comeback in the summertime, especially when it comes to donning straw bags and floppy beach hats. But really, straw (and raffia and rattan and jute) is so much more versatile than that. We’ve recently made a case for wearing raffia accessories year-round. Now, we’re making a case for all the different ways to incorporate the natural material into your wardrobe. Read on how to see how to work straw and raffia into your summer accessory arsenal — from cowboy hats and tote bags to hoop earrings and woven wedges.

Straw Hats

Picture yourself lounging on vacation in a dramatic straw hat that shades your eyes and face from the beating sun. Now, imagine yourself at a music festival or a tennis game or the park. Maybe you’d feel ridiculous wearing a wide-brimmed hat in those situations but still want to take on the summer trend — in that case, opt for a straw cowgirl hat, a straw bucket hat, or even a straw visor for an elevated yet effortless look.

Straw Bags

We know them; we love them. We’re talking about woven bags. While tote bags are the most common shape associated with the beachy material, there are so many more whimsical and wearable options out there to try. Consider donning a straw shoulder bag or crossbody in fun bucket or circular constructions. You can even jump on the fanny pack bandwagon with a rattan bum bag.

Straw Jewelry

Whether you’re into tightly woven rattan or long raffia strands, you can incorporate them into your jewelry collection. Wear a colorful statement necklace, dramatic drop earrings, or thick bangles throughout the summer and beyond for extra flare.

Straw Sandals

Slip into a pair of straw sandals this summer and never look back. Choose between slides, slingbacks, or platforms that’ll elevate your day and night looks. And while beige-tan straw and raffia are a tried-and-true way to go, you can also be more playful with vibrantly dyed sandals.

More Straw Shoes

Maybe you’re looking to go funkier than sandals. Or you’d like to wear straw in out-of-the-box shoe styles like heels or sneakers. In that case, you’re in the right place. Find a ton of straw heels and wedges that you can effortlessly pair with a sundress or make your new everyday shoe a pair of straw espadrilles or not-so-basic sneakers.

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Vacation Must-Pack: How To Wear White Sneakers With Every Outfit

Blame it on the four-week parade of runway shows that make up Fashion Month (and take up my brain space) or the eternal lack of space in my suitcase (no matter how big), but on my last work trip to Paris, I found myself without a flat pair of shoes in sight. It’s not unusual for me to be in heels most days, especially when I’m working, but after 10 days of wearing booties even for just a morning boulangerie run, I vowed to invest in a good pair of white sneakers for future travels. I wanted the kind of sneakers that look equally at home at the airport as at a market appointment-turned-dinner, and with every silhouette from dresses to skirts and jeans. 

As Refinery29 contributor Kendall Becker put it in her list of what to pack for vacation and summer travel, “This may be a no-brainer but it needs to be said: Don’t leave home without your go-to white sneakers … the perfect solution for making a dress look more casual for daytime and a must-have for long travel days.” With that endorsement in mind, I spent a week wearing Chloé’s Nama sneakers (which I settled on after spotting another fashion editor wearing in Paris) everywhere, from a weekend roast to work, dinner out, and everything in between to test the theory. 

Regardless of how much space you have in your travel bag, if you don’t want to run to your hotel room or Airbnb to change for every activity on your trip, here’s how you can wear sneakers with any look. My feet will thank me next Fashion Month.

How to Wear White Sneakers With a Dress

Ever since I saw the Quiet Luxury Trend’s (unofficial) ambassador Sofia Richie Grainge wear a T-shirt dress, I’ve been replicating the easy-to-fit-in-a-suitcase look. You can dress it up with heels and jewelry, but worn with sneakers it’s a summer dressing formula that can get you through a sightseeing tour in the afternoon and dinner at night. If you’re a fan of the “wrong shoe theory,” pair the sneakers with a girly bubble dress à la Cecilie Bahnsen instead.

How to Wear White Sneakers With a Jumpsuit

I’m not a fan of wearing athleticwear unless I am taking a barre class or running errands, which makes a utilitarian boilersuit my go-to for more casual vacation days or activities. To make the look more vacation-worthy, add a printed scarf that can also double as a hair accessory, handbag adornment, and, in the case of longer styles, a shawl or top.

How to Wear White Sneakers With Jeans

There are few pieces that go better with sneakers than a good pair of jeans. A fun denim detail — like the double waist and hem cuff on this pair — and raffia accessories — like this (sadly sold-out) mini bag from the Simon Miller x Mango collaboration — keep the classic tank top-and-shirt look from feeling boring.

How to Wear White Sneakers With Pants

Who says sneakers and pantsuits don’t go together? Opt for a culotte or vest style to complement the casualness of the sneaker. Sticking to a neutral color palette like this caramel brown will also allow the look to pass in office-appropriate territory without looking too stuffy at post-work happy hour or dinner.

How to Wear White Sneakers With a Skirt

Balance out the femininity of pleated skirts — a versatile style that can just as easily be paired with graphic tees as button-downs and sweaters — by pairing them with sneakers. I threw a cropped shirt over a tank top and this midi, a pleated-cargo hybrid that I bought on vacation in Japan, after a dance class to take me straight to date night.

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