Our 7 Top Fine Jewelry Trend Predictions for 2026
If you’re shopping for fine jewelry in the New Year, prepare to be wowed. This year’s trends are all about contemporary twists on classic styles, from adding a pop of color with gemstones, to modern remakes of vintage pieces.
Bolder choices are also on the rise, like sterling silver jewelry in sculptural silhouettes, and statement pinky rings. If you’re ready to make a dazzling fashion statement, this is your year.
Whether you’re looking to add to your forever jewelry collection, or simply tracking the trends, read on for our 2026 fine jewelry forecast.
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1. Personalizing with Gemstones
Personalized jewelry is having a moment. Colorful and eye-catching gems are a great way to add a signature sparkle to your favorite pieces. Whether you gravitate towards birthstone jewelry, rare gems, or a stone that features your favorite color or a personal meaning, we offer a wide range of pieces that can be customized with your choice of gem.
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The Beacon Necklace
Designed to represent your inner guiding light, this 14k gold disk necklace features an engraved star and a 2mm round gemstone in the center. Make it your own with 15 different stones to choose from!
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2. Sourcing & Sustainability
Sustainable jewelry is a macro trend we’ve had our eye on, and this wave is only growing going into 2026. Whether you have your eye on a diamond or our ethically-mined Montana sapphires, this is a trend to wear with pride.
All natural diamonds at Sarah O. Jewelry comply with the Kimberley Process, which seeks to remove conflict diamonds from the market. Lab grown diamonds, which avoid the mining process entirely, are another popular choice.
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The Aster Band
The Aster ring features ~1.30 cttw round Montana sapphires set in a smooth, secure bezel. Our Montana sapphires are sourced with small-scale and artisanal mining practices, for pieces that are both stunning and sustainable.
3. Ear Stacking
Ear stacking—or, wearing multiple earrings in one ear—is all the rage right now. Because with earrings this cute, why stop at just one pair?
Ear stacking is all about creativity—you can stack with huggies, studs, dangle earrings, drop earrings, and more. Try pairing similar earrings, or contrast by mixing metals, gemstones, unexpected color combinations, or silhouettes. When it comes to your own unique ear style, the sky is the limit!
Two Round Citrine on Huggie Hoop Earrings stacked with Two Prong Set Diamond Stud Earrings
In this stack, both earrings feature a pair of stones, creating a symmetrical look, while the bright diamond studs contrast the mellow gold huggie. You can create a similar effect by mixing and matching studs with different textures, metals, and shapes.
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4. Vintage Jewelry Styles
Vintage style designs are on the rise in 2026. We’re seeing an increase in popularity of vintage style diamonds, like old mine cuts, which look like they’re from a bygone era. But you don’t have to inherit Grandma’s diamonds to join this trend—plenty of contemporary pieces have all the vintage charm you need.
Round Diamonds in Milgrain Square Huggie Earrings
These huggies feature round natural diamonds set in a square milgrain design. The dotted milgrain technique originated in the Art Deco era, giving these earrings a distinctive vintage flair.
5. Pinky Rings
Pinky rings aren’t just for formal occasions any more. Celebrities such as Dua Lipa, Hailey Bieber and Meghan Markle have been spotted rocking this statement-making accessory, signaling the beginning of a new wave for pinky rings. Try highlighting your littlest finger with a vibrant gemstone, or add a plain gold pinky band to your ring stack.
You might know your ring finger size, but do you know your pinky ring size? Order a ring sizer to measure at home.
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The Estelle Emerald Band
Sleek and classic, with a delicate pop of round green emeralds set into a star etching, the Estelle Emerald Band makes the perfect pinky ring. Pinkies up—and make it sparkle.
6. Classic Glam
2026 is all about classic glamour—understated yet brilliant. Think tennis bracelets, sleek gold hoops, and diamond studs. Plus, while these pieces are in the spotlight right now, you can trust they’ll never truly go out of style.
The Signature Tennis Necklace
This 14k gold tennis necklace screams minimalist elegance. It features 4.0 cttw of round diamonds set along a flexible chain, for a continuous stream of sparkle. Customize your glam with your choice of white or yellow gold, and lab grown or natural diamonds.
7. Silver Statement Pieces
With the price of gold on the rise, it’s silver’s time to shine. This year, we’re seeing these cool-toned pieces take center stage—think bold and graphic silhouettes that can’t be missed from a distance, from chunky earrings to dramatic bracelets.
Ready to try this trend in person? Explore our favorite silver statement pieces with the new The Story We Wear concept at our Tennyson showroom. Make each piece your own through hands-on experiences like engraving and building custom charm bracelets and necklaces. This experience is currently only available in-person at our Tennyson showroom.
Choosing the Right Fine Jewelry Trend for You
Trends pass, but the right piece of jewelry will be treasured forever. When you’re looking at what’s hot right now, pay attention to what resonates with your own personal style.
If you would gravitate towards a piece even if it wasn’t trending, it might make a great addition to your personal jewelry collection. Certain trends, like timeless glamour and vintage-inspired pieces, never truly go out of style. These are great options to reach for if you want a piece that will endure the test of time.
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