By PAGE Editor

Jewelry has the remarkable ability to lift your mood, give you confidence, and perfect your ensemble. 

Whether you are staying in or going out, there are plenty of jewelry options for all tastes, styles, and moods, and the unforgotten decades of fashion are providing significant inspiration for 2023. 

This year, forgotten jewelry items are frequently coming back on trend, such as the seven we have highlighted for you below:  

1. Recycled & Natural Materials

Jewelry made from recycled and natural materials has become extremely popular as consumers take a stand against wasteful manufacturing processes that are destroying our planet. 

As a result of this, many jewelers are recycling gold, silver, and platinum to serve both their customers and the environment in equal measure.

As Cry For The Moon – a UK-based jeweler – writes in a blog: “On average, 2400-3000 tons of gold are mined every year […] in doing our part to help the environment, we know that it’s much easier to recycle gold than to mine it – and clearly far better for our planet.”

Jewelry pieces made from recycled metals and natural materials are back in fashion as customers prioritize sustainable shopping. This, in turn, has also caused a higher uptake of vintage jewelry pieces and heirlooms being passed down from family members – one of the biggest driving forces behind the returning fashion trends we are currently witnessing.

2. The Dangle Earring

Back in the 90s, the dangle earring was all the rage. Paired with flared jeans and crop tops, dangle earrings were the perfect accessory for a Friday night disco. And in 2023, they are making a comeback!

The dangle earring is a popular choice for 2022 as many people opt for more adventurous jewelry pieces in geometric forms and sculptural shapes. 

Wearing a nostalgic piece like a dangle earring can add a sense of sophistication or sass to any outfit. The perfect jewelry item for a seamless transformation from daywear to nightwear, the dangle earring is now back in full force.

3. Neo-Pearls

For hundreds of years, pearls have been considered a symbol of purity, class, and respectability. Persian mythology even referred to pearls as ‘the tears of the gods’ and they remain one of the most popular jewelry choices worldwide.

Today, neo-pearls are back but, balanced on bracelets or chich tribal rings, they are shaking up their classic stereotype. 

Leading the jewelry revolution, this new style of pearl is adding fierce beauty to big names in fashion such as Gucci and Chanel by adding that touch of femininity to any ensemble. 

4. Mix & Match Jewelry

It’s 2022 and this year it’s all about mixing things up. Gone is the jewelry rule book setting parameters for which earrings go best with which necklace. Mix and match jewelry is back and appears here to stay.

In fact, wearing different earrings in each ear has become so popular that many jewelry stores are selling mix-match earrings as packs to add that special something to any outfit.

5. Colorful Statement Pieces

Colorful statement pieces are back in fashion. Those bright vintage jewelry pieces your mum kept from her party days can be brought out of the jewelry box once more. 

These eye-catching pieces don’t just add some color and fun to your outfit, but they can give that sophisticated edge you were looking for. Some great color combinations include:

• -   Yellows, orange, and pinks

• -   Pink and light green

• -   Shades of the same color

The colors can be incorporated into the jewelry in numerous ways, including beads and gems that help colour-block the style. Choose shades that suit you best and you’ll quickly be able to make the most of colorful jewelry being back in fashion. 

6. Hoop Earrings

Vintage hoop earrings have swung back into fashion this year. And, with something for every budget, hoop earrings are a beautiful addition to any ensemble. 

Hoop earrings have been worn by women for hundreds of years, with some designs dating all the way back to the 18th century. 

Fast-forward to 2022 and hoop earrings have retained their timeless beauty and continue to be one of the oldest and most well-loved fashion trends alive.

7. Long Necklaces

Long necklaces have made our list of untapped jewelry trends that are not only back but appear here to stay. 

Extremely versatile and made from a variety of different metals, long necklaces are ideal for completing that casual look, with or without pendants or charms. 

In order to successfully pull off the long necklace look, one is always better than two. After all, the beauty of long necklaces lies in their simplicity.

Final Thoughts…

As a culture, we are fascinated by objects from the past. From classic cars to first edition books, all are considered to hold significant beauty, sophistication and value – and jewelry is no exception. 

There is something truly magical about unforgotten jewelry trends coming back in fashion, so we hope our list has given you some inspiration for your 2021 collection.

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