I’m a Fashion Editor, and These 6 Jewelry Trends Are Taking Over This Spring
Winter is over! And we’ve never been so excited to retire our cold-weather clothes (s/o Punxsutawney Phil for that extra-long winter). Lucky for us, the spring/summer 2026 trends are making the transition even more exciting. The runways were full of fresh inspiration that we’re now living in.Designers like Dries Van Noten, Miu Miu, Tory Burch, and many more have some incredibly opulent and exciting jewelry trends we’ve been getting into. Crystal-heavy inspo had a major moment in Milan, with agate-forward pendants at Roberto Cavalli and eye-popping stones at Bottega Veneta. And don’t get me started on the layered locket looks from Chloé and Meryll Rogge that bring a sweet blend of antique luxury and middle school nostalgia. Next, there are the tiny watches popping up in the most surprising places and key fob details making belts everywhere much more exciting, thanks to Dior and Miu Miu. Sweet seashell details and rustic cord chains round out the season with an appropriate mix of dainty and outdoorsy.There’s really something for everyone when it comes to spring 2026’s jewelry trends. Proof is everywhere: My social feed, on the red carpet, and on my commute—everyday eye candy has gotten much more interesting! For Cosmo’s take on the rest of spring 2026’s fashion trends, check out our trend report, with coverage on which bag, shoe, and ready-to-wear items are about to be everywhere.Dig into the rest of spring 2026 with our full fashion trends report, and don't miss our guides to this season's clothing, shoes, and bags.Cords GaloreWWD//Getty ImagesRalph LaurenVictor VIRGILE//Getty ImagesDries Van NotenThe fashion set has been gravitating toward longer necklaces for a while now (see our list of 2025 jewelry trends for proof), so it’s no mistake that the ’90s souvenir shop–inspired detail would take the length to an unexpected new place. Whether it’s layers of leather cord necklaces with a cluster of pendants, like from Ralph Lauren above, or the glamorized version from Dries Van Noten, you can’t go wrong with this laid-back nod to the days of yore.Locket UpPascal Le Segretain//Getty ImagesChloéVictor VIRGILE//Getty ImagesMeryll RoggeAnother day, another trend middle school me would have loved, taken into the modern framework by the art of layering. The humble locket needs no introduction; its mix of vintage flair and everyday nostalgia makes it the perfect piece to add to your everyday stack. Love the classic statement gold look of the styling from Chloé’s SS26 show, but wearing it open, as it was at Meryll Rogge’s Paris runway, is also a fun new option!Crystal ClearPietro D'Aprano//Getty ImagesRoberto CavalliVictor VIRGILE//Getty ImagesBottega VenetaWhile I love a diamond and a previous stone jewelry moment as much as the next person, I have to hand it to designers this season who are spotlighting agates, organic resin shapes, and other large stones for a fresh look. This red statement piece, worn looped at Roberto Cavalli’s SS26 show in Milan, would look so good with so many different spring styles, while the chunky choker from Bottega Veneta is perfect for a flashy evening out.Unexpected Tiny TimepiecesVirgil CLAISSE//Getty Images3.ParadisWhat time is it? Time for you to get a vintage watch—something with a slim silhouette. Stack it with bracelets or secure it over a flared sleeve to add a touch of heritage to your look. The tinier, or the more unexpected, the better. The more the merrier, according to 3.Paradis, where multiple watches adorned a sweater and bag ensemble, almost like brooches. And at Lacoste, an atypical watch face took center stage. It all goes to show that watches are ready for their moment this season.ShellmaxxingStephane Cardinale - Corbis//Getty ImagesBalmainVictor VIRGILE//Getty ImagesTory BurchConsider this your official sign to bring a beachy energy to your outfits. Seashell jewelry (think everything from simple necklaces to intricate layers, like the tons of tiny ones featured at Balmain, and big baubles, pictured here at the SS2026 Tory Burch show) in both natural materials and metal versions took the spotlight for spring.Key Fob MobStephane Cardinale - Corbis//Getty ImagesDiorVictor VIRGILE//Getty ImagesMiu MiuYes, keychains have had their moment dangling from bags, but spring 2026 is all about the fob, worn attached to a belt or vest, almost like a pocket watch. Of all the ways to dress up with vintage flair, this has to be one of my favorites, and we have both Jonathan Anderson’s Dior Homme and Miu Miu to thank for spring’s modern take on the styling of yesteryear.Lead Image: Dress Tom Ford, earrings, necklace, and rings Ten Thousand Things, necklace (bottom) Isabel Marant, ring (left hand) Michael Kors. Styled by Brandon Tan. Hair by Rei Kawauchi for Oribe. Makeup by Sena Murahashi for Make Up For Ever. Manicure by Ada Yeung for Chanel Beauty. Models: Roo at Supreme Management, Lexi at Supreme Management, Xiaorui at the Industry Model Mgmt, and Delphine at Muse Management. Set design by Caz Slattery. Produced by Mini Title.Rachel Torgerson is the fashion features and lifestyle director at Cosmopolitan, overseeing fashion and lifestyle coverage online, in print, and on our various social media platforms. She has over a decade of experience in the fashion and media industries. Before landing at Cosmopolitan as a digital fashion editor in 2016, she worked at Us Weekly, The Knot, and Fitness Magazine, among others. When she's not discussing runway trends, you can definitely catch her trying out (and, in many cases, failing) a new crochet cardigan pattern or in a spirited debate about the difference between the Bridgerton books vs the Netflix series. Follow her on Instagram and TikTok: @RachelTorgs
