The 8 Must-Have Jewelry Trends of 2018

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With less layers to play with as temperatures heat up, updating your look with jewelry becomes style hack number one. A crop of on-trend baubles provides an instant refresh as you transition into a new season, re-energizing your style without requiring a total closet overhaul. Whether you're partial to major earrings (hint: this is your year) or you prefer to play with stackable styles like pinky rings, 2018's jewelry options are as impactful as they are plentiful. Ahead, we've broken down the must-have jewelry trends of the year, and shopped them out at every price point.

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Statement Hoops
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Statement Hoops

Nineties-style gold hoops came back with a vengeance last year — and while the silhouette is showing no signs of slowing down, the style has evolved. This year's hoops are offered in all types of bold colors and materials, from beads to pearls to resin and beyond.

Rachel Comey White Marble Factor Earrings
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Rachel Comey White Marble Factor Earrings

Give your gilded hoops a rest, and try a modern, geometric set like these Rachel Comey White Marble Factor Earrings ($115).

Meadowlark Romeo Pearl Hoop Earrings
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Meadowlark Romeo Pearl Hoop Earrings

Equal parts elegant and It girl, these Meadowlark Romeo Pearl Hoop Earrings ($510) are a fresh way to do a classic trend.

Lele Sadoughi Banded Hoop Earrings
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Lele Sadoughi Banded Hoop Earrings

These speckled Lele Sadoughi Banded Hoop Earrings ($118) add a shot of mixed prints to your outfit, minus the effort.

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Translucent Jewelry
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Translucent Jewelry

Total transparency came down the Spring 2018 runways in the form of clear plastic handbags and see-through boots. Naturally, the trend has trickled into jewelry, meaning lucite, glass, and plastic baubles abound.

Free People Lucite Crystal Earrings
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Free People Lucite Crystal Earrings

Accented with sparkle, these Free People Lucite Crystal Earrings ($28) make for an easy way to lean into the big earring trend without overdoing it.

Proenza Schouler Small Glass Cuff​
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Proenza Schouler Small Glass Cuff​

Modern, asymmetric, and on trend, this Proenza Schouler Small Glass Cuff ($595) is like a piece of art for your wrist.

Sophie Buhai​ Lucite Hoop Earrings
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Sophie Buhai​ Lucite Hoop Earrings

Two trends in one! These Sophie Buhai Lucite Hoop Earrings ($495) are an unexpected, sculptural take on the hoop phenomenon.

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Super Long Earrings
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Super Long Earrings

This season's earrings are all about maximum drama and what better way to achieve that look than with a dangly pair of shoulder dusters? The longer, the better.

Saint Laurent Silver-Plated Crystal Clip-On Earrings
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Saint Laurent Silver-Plated Crystal Clip-On Earrings

Kaia Gerber rocked these Saint Laurent Silver-Plated Crystal Clip-On Earrings ($895) on the Spring 2018 runway in Paris, so get your supermodel on in a pair that's guaranteed to turn heads.

& Other Stories Statement Chain Earrings
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& Other Stories Statement Chain Earrings

Vintage inspired and edgy at the same time, these & Other Stories Statement Chain Earrings ($55) will pair with everything from a cocktail dress to a crisp button down.

Faris Playsway Earrings in Multi
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Faris Playsway Earrings in Multi

Go modern artsy and add a shot of color with these Faris Playsway Earrings in Multi ($175).

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Pinky Rings
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Pinky Rings

The pinky ring has a colorful past, having been associated with everyone from Victorian-era singletons to mobsters to rappers. These days, they're adorning the It girl set as cheeky additions to stylish stacks.

Jacquie Aiche JA Small Rose Ring
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Jacquie Aiche JA Small Rose Ring

Try a ladylike, heirloom-inspired take on the trend with this Jacquie Aiche JA Small Rose Ring ($350).

Mejuri Star Signet Ring
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Mejuri Star Signet Ring

This Mejuri Star Signet Ring ($59) is both masculine and dainty, making for a staple style you'll wear everywhere.

Zoe Chicco 14K Pave and Marquis Diamond Signet Ring
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Zoe Chicco 14K Pave and Marquis Diamond Signet Ring

Kick it up a notch with a sparkly Zoe Chicco 14K Pave and Marquis Diamond Signet Ring ($1,200).

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Flower Earrings
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Flower Earrings

Floral motifs for the ears are in full bloom. This season's bouquets are sculptural and bold, ranging from classic gold to vibrant hues.

Marni Gold-Tone, Leather, Crystal, and Resin Earrings
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Marni Gold-Tone, Leather, Crystal, and Resin Earrings

Make a striking, feminine statement in these Marni Gold-Tone, Leather, Crystal, and Resin Earrings ($700).

Oscar De La Renta Flower Garden Hoop Earrings
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Oscar De La Renta Flower Garden Hoop Earrings

Take your hoop game to the next level with these whimsically elegant Oscar De La Renta Flower Garden Hoop Earrings ($435).

Zara Floral Earrings
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Zara Floral Earrings

These festive Zara Floral Earrings ($26) have us daydreaming of tropical getaways and umbrella-adorned cocktails.

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Sea Jewelry
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Sea Jewelry

Ocean-themed jewelry can go tacky fast, but designers this season have found a way to use the mysteries of the deep as inspo for all manner of chic baubles, like shell-embellished bracelets and mystical mermaid earrings.

Ellery Lunation Shell-Embellished Layered Choker
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Ellery Lunation Shell-Embellished Layered Choker

Think of this Ellery Lunation Shell-Embellished Layered Choker ($474) as the fashion girl's answer to the puka shell necklace.

Isabel Marant Shell-Embellished Bracelet
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Isabel Marant Shell-Embellished Bracelet

Stack this Isabel Marant Shell-Embellished Bracelet ($125) with your favorite string bracelets or polished bangles, or wear it on its own as a beachy, boho accent piece.

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Mismatched Earrings
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Mismatched Earrings

The asymmetric aesthetic is still going strong and brands are wising up to that fact, offering earring sets that coordinate without veering into matchy-matchy territory.

Alexander McQueen Crystal-Embellished Earrings
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Alexander McQueen Crystal-Embellished Earrings

Add an edgy twist to evening looks with these Alexander McQueen Crystal-Embellished Earrings ($1,195).

Mango Spiral Earrings
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Mango Spiral Earrings

In glossy metal, these Mango Spiral Earrings ($26) are both polished and party-ready.

Tory Burch Embellished Fish Mismatched Earrings
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Tory Burch Embellished Fish Mismatched Earrings

Go fish. These Tory Burch Embellished Fish Mismatched Earrings ($258) let you nail the sea-inspired trend, as well.

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New Brooches
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New Brooches

These aren't your grandma's pins. This year's brooches are unapologetically bold. From brilliant bows to cheeky phrases, the fashion crowd is donning them on everything from denim to cashmere.

Gucci Crystal-Embellished Printed Grosgrain Brooch
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Gucci Crystal-Embellished Printed Grosgrain Brooch

Wear this sporty awards-inspired Gucci Crystal-Embellished Printed Grosgrain Brooch ($515) like a badge of honor.

Marc Jacobs Bumble Bee Brooch
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Marc Jacobs Bumble Bee Brooch

Get a style buzz with this Marc Jacobs Bumble Bee Brooch ($150).

Mignonne Gavigan Amor Brooch
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Mignonne Gavigan Amor Brooch

This Mignonne Gavigan Amor Brooch ($70, originally $128) will add some flavor to your favorite jean jacket.