Mood-Enhancing Jewellery Trends 2026

Forget the January blues - dazzle your way into the new year in jewels designed to lift your whole mood. Having scouted the catwalks for THE hottest jewellery trends 2026, our edit pulls together the most exciting sustainable jewellery trends to keep you leading the style pack - along with advice on how to wear them. Featuring vibrant hues, bold details, exquisite craftsmanship, and innovative design - discover ethical jewellery crafted for the new era of elevated, conscious style.

1 / Sophisticated Nostalgia

Stories from the past, elevated for the present

 Think charms, talismans, and initials reimagined - these pieces reflect the rise of modern nostalgia jewellery within  2026’s sustainable jewellery trends. Celebrate sentimentality without slipping into twee - embrace jewellery that  carries personal history while still looking contemporary and refined.

 How to style it:
 Let nostalgic pieces take centre stage. A single charm necklace against a crisp white shirt, a modernised  locket layered with a fine chain, or an initial pendant paired with a sleek cuff instantly brings personality into a  polished look. Vintage-inspired signet rings and talismans also work beautifully stacked with minimalist bands,  blending old-world sentiment with present-day elegance.

2 / Big, Bold & Expressive

Fearless design for a louder kind of luxury

Minimalism is making way for maximalist confidence, with chunky rings, sculptural earrings, thick cuffs, and oversized chains defining statement jewellery trends for 2026.

How to style it:
Anchor your look around one hero piece. Statement earrings paired with a slick bun; a weighty chain worn over a simple knit; a bold cuff against bare arms. Keeping clothing pared back to clean lines and solid colours allows the jewellery to do the heavy lifting. For evenings, double up: a chunky ring with power earrings creates instant impact.

3 / Rainbow Brights

Colour-rich gemstones

 Colour-rich gemstones continue to dominate mood-enhancing jewellery collections. These pieces still offer the  sophistication of fine jewellery but with a mood-boosting twist of colour.

 How to style it:
 Use colour as your accent. Style a single bright gemstone ring with neutral tailoring for a chic pop. For a richer,  editorial feel, layer colours: think ruby studs with a sapphire pendant or multicoloured gemstone rings. Mixed  metals also elevate this trend - gold invites warmth, while silver adds a cool, modern contrast that makes colour  sing.

4 / Layers²

The fine art of layering

Layering jewellery remains one of the strongest fine jewellery trends heading into the new year. Layers² celebrates curated stacking - fine chains, slender rings, delicate bracelets and mixed textures that build a look with personality and intention.

How to style it:
Start with the basics: a couple of fine necklaces in varying lengths or slim rings across two fingers. Bracelets, from tennis styles to charm chains, can be layered seamlessly for depth. The key is balance: create contrast in length, texture, and metal, but keep the overall effect light, refined, and effortlessly luxe.