Jewelry designs at the JA New York Summer Show are telling a tale of two styles, National Jeweler reports. The big, bold looks that have held fashion’s favor are now seeing major competition from small, delicate pieces.
As one designer put it, the bolder pieces might have a lot of impact fashion-wise, but the smaller pieces are what consumers are purchasing.
In terms of those pieces, designers at the show offered up miniscule pendants covered in pavé-set diamonds, delicate drops earrings and thinner, lightweight rings.
Despite the diminutive size of many of these pieces, however, consumers can still make statements with them, as the rings and necklaces lend themselves to stacking and layering, respectively.
In pendants, those featuring religious or spiritual themes such as hamsa hands, luck talismans and zodiac symbols were a favorite, especially among emerging designers.
Black-and-white and black-and-gold color themes continue to linger. Pavé-set designs and nature-inspired motifs are in the picture as before. Textured looks continue to give interest to all-metal designs, but one look designers are currently playing with is a simpler, matte-metal look, whether it is realized in gold or silver.
There are designs that make an immediate impact. Even those designers, who tend to work with smaller pieces, have been showcasing pendant necklaces featuring one oversized stone.
Among the favorite gems at the exhibition are faceted quartz and rock crystal and such stones as tiger’s eye and moonstone.
At a trend seminar held at the show, Jewelry Information Center spokeswoman Helena Krodel said that necklaces would be among the most popular jewelry pieces for fall.
Krodel also touched upon the continuing interest in bold styles, with cuff bracelets lingering alongside hefty cocktail rings featuring interesting rough-cut stones or cabochons. All-metal rings will also be seen on the fingers of fall’s fashionistas.
Hoops, particularly those with embellishments such as gemstones or charms, as well as textured versions, will be staples for the upcoming season as well.
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