If you want to infuse your style with personality and elegance, 2021’s top jewelry trends have just what you’re looking for. This year’s fine jewelry trends feature plenty of unique, yet wearable styles that are perfect for adding personality and detail a look. They also feature designs that span the style gamut, ranging from classic to fashion-forward. Whether your taste is more traditional or more avante garde, you’ll find something you love in the top jewelry trends of 2021. 

Ready to find your new favorite piece of jewelry from within this year’s elegant and eye-catching trending jewelry pieces? Read on to discover the top five jewelry trends of 2021. 

Lots of Layering 

14k White Gold Diamond Fashion Necklace 

Layered jewelry is easily one of the biggest trends of the year. From fashion week runways to magazine spreads to the profiles of top fashion influencers, we’re seeing layering everywhere in 2021. And we aren’t just seeing layering done with necklaces, which is the more classic layering option. We’re also seeing layered ring stacks, bracelet stacks, and even layered earring looks. So, if your style is more experimental, you can take this trend as an opportunity to play around with layering new types of jewelry. 

Though all types of layering are trending, necklace layering is the most wearable option, so it's the one more people are likely to try this year. For a more classic take on necklace layering in 2021, stick to delicate necklaces, but choose pieces with striking details (like the asymmetry in the diamond necklace featured above) to keep your look on trend. For a bolder take on necklace layering, try mixing in statement necklaces with your delicate necklaces. Or, create an ultra edgy look by layering only statement pieces, such as an assortment of chunky chain necklaces or beach-ready beaded necklaces. 

Gemstone Jewelry 

10K White Gold Ruby Mixable Ring

Gemstone jewelry has been trending for several years, but this jewelry trend is still going strong. And luckily for those who love variety, there’s no one type of gemstone that’s dominating the trend. Pieces featuring gems like sapphires, amethysts, rubies, topaz, and citrine are all trending, so this season’s gemstone jewelry comes ine color of the rainbow. 

If you’re searching for a gemstone piece that will be on trend now, yet will also stand the test of time, many jewelers would recommend a sapphire or ruby piece. Alongside diamonds and emeralds, sapphires and rubies are two of the four precious gemstones. But unlike diamonds, sapphires and rubies are always rich in color. And unlike emeralds, which can be a bit fragile due to their many natural inclusions, sapphires and rubies are highly durable. This makes them an excellent choice for daily wear, even in pieces that require more hardy materials, such as rings with raised silhouettes. 

Speaking of rings, stackable gemstone rings are one of our favorite ways to wear the gemstone trend. With a stackable ring, like the ruby band pictured above, you can wear your ring alone to add a chic element of colorful bling to your look. Or, you can incorporate it into a stacked look to create a luxe custom ring stack. 

Cuban Link Jewelry 

14k Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle 

Gold chain link necklaces-- and yellow gold cuban link chokers in particular-- were incredibly popular in 2020. As we move into the new year, gold chain link pieces are still en vogue, but we’re starting to see more variety within the trend category. Instead of just seeing cuban chain link necklaces, we’re also seeing a rise in chain link bracelets and rings, as well as in statement earrings that feature chain motifs. 

Gold Coin Necklaces

Roman Empress Necklace 

The gold coin pendant necklace is one of the most wearable fashion trends of 2021. And while it’s incredibly trendy now, it’s also timeless, as a beautiful pendant necklace is a style staple. Whether you wear it with a cocktail dress, Zoom meeting work attire, or loungewear, a gold coin necklace will elevate your look now and for years to come. 

For the most on trend take on the gold coin necklace, try styling it with your other favorite pieces to create a layered necklace look. For a more classic take, wear your gold coin necklace alone and let it take full focus. 

Modern Pearl Jewelry 

14k White Gold Pear Pearl Drop Earrings by Gabriel & Co. New York 

Pearl jewelry is a huge trend for 2021. The pearl jewelry trend is also quite varied as, this year, all types of pearl baubles are trending. Traditional pearl jewelry styles, like stranded pearl necklaces and round pearl earrings, are making a comeback. Then, we’re seeing a plethora of new and fresh takes on pearl jewelry in 2021. Baroque freshwater pearls and drop-shaped pearls are trending, as are pieces that use pearls in fresh and unexpected ways.