Add a Splash of Color to your Summer Wardrobe with Bold Beaded Jewelry
Your summer ensemble isn’t complete without some dazzling beads.
Although colorful jewelry has always been associated with the sunny season, beads seem to have taken over summer 2024 like never before. While beads have seen a stable rise in popularity—strongly associated with TikTok’s DIY revival—throughout the first half of the year, taking over purses, dresses, and miniskirts, beads have now made a bold entrance into the jewelry scene. With endless design possibilities, these beaded pieces can adapt to any wardrobe, whether you are a tomato girl, cottagecore fan, or boho chic enthusiast.
From chunky stones to delicate pearls, these vibrant designs offer unique style combinations and add an effortless touch of chicness to any outfit. Stacked with other metal pieces or worn solo, beaded bracelets, necklaces, rings, and anklets became every it girl’s summer favorite. Because you can’t miss out on this joyful trend, L’OFFICIEL rounded up the most dazzling beaded pieces to shop now and wear all season.
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Channel Sydney Sweeney's summer style with Bimba y Lola's double-layered necklace. Featuring chunky beads in multiple colors and prints, this eclectic necklace is complemented with playful resin leaves throughout. To pair with a simple white t-shirt or a stunning evening dress, this beaded necklace exudes summertime energy.
Bimba y Lola Gold and Multicolor Resin Leaves Necklace, $97, Bimba y Lola
For a whimsical take on beads, Kara Yoo's beaded earrings add a feminine touch to any summer outfit. Featuring the most charming floral silhouette and available in 3 different colorways, these hand-beaded earrings won't go unnoticed. A statement piece to wear season after season, you can also pair it with its matching Bloom necklace for the ultimate sunny season ensemble.
Kara Yoo Bloom Large Earrings, $155, Kara Yoo
Colorful sapphire beads? Yes, please! Arranged in a gradient pattern, Alexis Russell's multicolored beaded necklace is one to wear all summer long. Adding the ultimate pop of color to your outfit, this delicate piece is hand-crafted with natural, ethically-sourced stones. Stacked with your favorite pendant necklaces or worn solo, this rainbow design is a timeless investment to treasure for years.
Alexis Russell Rainbow Sapphire Beaded Necklace, $328, Alexis Russell
For those who won't shy away from a bold jewelry moment, Silvia Furmanovich's beaded bracelet is the statement piece your summer wardrobe has been waiting for. Crafted in 18k yellow gold and featuring 0.06ct diamonds, this oversized bracelet is finished with a magnetic clasp that delicately hugs the wrist. Available in gold or black colorways, this beaded bracelet guarantees to elevate any evening outfit.
Silvia Furmanovich 18k Yellow Gold Beaded Planet Bracelet, $11,880, Moda Operandi
For a more rebellious spin on the trendy beads, Dries Van Noten's wrap-around beaded necklace is that unique piece of jewelry everyone will be asking you about. Adding a bit of rock and roll to any look, this adjustable necklace can be paired with casual tank tops and sexy evening dresses alike. Made in brass, glass, and polyresin, your outfit won't go unnoticed with this edgy take on beads.
Dries Van Noten Beaded Wrap Around Necklace, $690, Bergdorf Goodman
Inspired by travel, Ileana Makri's beaded bracelet is the perfect jewelry piece to pack for your next vacation. To complement a flowy dress or a lightweight linen set, this stretch bracelet features black and white Tibetan agate beads and multicolored semiprecious stones. With 18K yellow gold accents, this is the one beaded bracelet you need to hop on the boho-chic renaissance.
Ileana Makri Globetrotter 18K Yellow Gold & Multi-Gemstone Beaded Stretch Bracelet, $575, Saks Fifth Avenue
Because today's it girls can't seem to resist a chunky beaded necklace, this Paloma Wool piece is a must-have for Summer 2024. Available in beige, blue, and brown, this vibrant piece features oversized resin beads that will add a playful twist to any look. To accessorize a simple ensemble or add further flair to your maximalist look, this bold necklace is a statement piece to style endlessly.
Paloma Wool Beige Corbetti Resin Beaded Necklace, $115, Ssense
Hop on the playful beads trend with Annele's charming beaded rings. Inspired by flowers, fruits, and nature in general, their whimsical jewelry designs bring a playful splash of color to any summertime ensemble. Made of 18k gold-plated 925 sterling silver, Annele's Lotus ring features a charming crystal flower surrounded by delicate glass leaves. Available in a vibrant array of colors, beaded rings add that perfect touch of uniqueness to your jewelry collection.
Annele Lady Lotus Ring, $170, Annele
For a more minimalist take on beaded jewelry, Jia Jia's Union necklace merges the soothing essence of freshwater pearls with the chic elegance of malachite. Perfect to pair with any colorful bikini, this is the must-have piece for your upcoming beach getaway. Embodying summer sophistication, this delicate necklace can be stacked with other beaded pieces or worn solo for a subtle pop of style.
Jia Jia Green & White Ocean Malachite Pearl Union Necklace, $840, Ssense
In the most enchanting pastel hues, Lizzie Fortunato's charming beaded necklace features flameworked glass beads with large baroque freshwater pearl accents. Perfect for summer wandering and long days in the sun, this delicate yet chunky necklace will elevate any casual look and add a captivating pop of color to your jewelry collection.
Lizzie Fortunato Paloma Glass Collar Necklace, $735, Moda Operandi
Combining different colors, shapes, and prints this beaded bracelet by NST Studio exudes summertime energy. Feature lapis, jasper, coral, quartz, and acrylic, each bracelet varies slightly depending on the sourced stones. With endless styling possibilities, this chunky bracelet is the ultimate piece to hop on the summer beads trend.
NST Studio Chunky Stone Bracelet, $145, Moda Operandi
