JEWELRY TRENDS - WHAT'S HOT AND HAPPENING

Lots of bold jewelry has been gracing the 2019 designer runways and will continue into 2020. From mixed metals with gold the forerunner to floral injections and spotted animal patterns reflected in vintage tortoise making a comeback, colors range from bold and bright to neutral and nouveau.

CHAINED MELODY

There is a shift in the market as designers are keeping the soft layers but also creating chunkier chains to strengthen the melody of style mixing links of texture to pose a bold "neck mess" statement. Variegated links combine in a variety of metals, from chokers to the trending lariat and there's a clear pattern - go big or go home. Unapologetically draped in necklaces and earrings, the goal is to pack a visual punch.

JUICY JEWELS

2019 is a breakout year for color, so this is the time to venture outside the diamond comfort zone with precious stones and colored enamel. Rainbow necklaces and long shoulder-dusters play nice sitting in golden settings with a cascade of color that sparkles and shines. This is not for the quiet set! The juicier the color, the stronger the style.

BIRDS OF A FEATHER

Fly and be free! We certainly have not seen the end of feathery friends in a myriad of treatments. Whether dipped in gold, paired with pearls, or garnishing gemstones, pretty plumes add lightness and mystique. Though black is predominant, colored feathers are spotted and if carefully crafted, add texture and classic style to update with youthful exuberance.

PEARL JAM

Reimagining old strands of pearls with these of-the-moment silhouettes, sizes of the actual beads vary greatly and look especially fresh when mixed together. Pendant necklaces and drop earrings add a touch of elegance and elevate style when paired with metal links and cascades of layered chains.

PETAL PUSHERS

Flowers are really everywhere and look fresh when reimagined in contemporary clusters. The focus is on sculptural designs creating jewelry pieces as wearable art. Some reflect a more classic bouquet but also have an unexpected twist. In metal, enamel, ceramic, and even bead lace, botanical beauties bloom in surprising new shapes.

TORTOISE TRAP

The vintage tortoise of the 70s is making a comeback as it echoes the animal pattern play prancing down the catwalk into the fall season. In links, hoop earrings, and popping with color and gold, the new sculptural game is definitely vintage vogue. Lightweight with lots of depth of color, the honeyed tones blend for bodacious style-makers.