This Jewelry Trend Is Taking Over in 2018
Jewelry is all about distinguishing your look, whether you're one for dainty trinkets or bold statement pieces. Unlike handbags and shoes, jewelry trends evolve at a slower pace — especially in the fine-jewelry department, where each piece is a major investment.
Recently, gemstone jewelry has come into the spotlight, as designers are incorporating precious and semiprecious stones into everything from necklaces to earrings to rings. And for 2018, the trend is hitting a multicolored stride, with every shade of the rainbow crafted into a singular piece. In other words, rainbow gemstone jewelry is the look du jour.
As these pieces are beaming with color, we can understand how this trend could sound scary to minimalists. But these cheerful pieces come with a delicate aesthetic, appearing at once fun and refined in ring, earring, necklace, and bracelet form — a worthy investment if you're looking to add pizzazz to your jewelry collection. Whether you're one to pile on the jewels or you prefer to pare it back with a single piece or two, get in on 2018's biggest jewelry trend with our edit of rainbow gemstone pieces ahead.
Suzanne Kalan 18K Gold Rainbow Fireworks Ring
Suzanne Kalan's 18K Yellow Gold Rainbow Sapphire Band ($2,400) from her new Rainbow Fireworks collection features a spectrum of sapphires around the entire band. If you're a rose gold person, there are other twists on this unique ring on the Suzanne Kalan website to reflect your metal preference.
Ariel Gordon Candy Crush Droplet Necklace
One for a dainty necklace? Ariel Gordon's Candy Crush Droplet Necklace ($1,275) is the perfect layering piece for incorporating color.
Elisa Solomon Yellow Gold Opal Rainbow Disk Ring
Liven up your ring stacks with Elisa Solomon's Yellow Gold Opal Rainbow Disk Ring ($660), made up of amethyst, blue sapphire, citrine, garnet, iolite, opal, peridot, rhodolite, ruby, tsavorite, and yellow sapphire.
Ileana Makri Mini Rainbow 18K Gold Multistone Earrings
Ileana Makri's Mini Rainbow 18K Gold Multistone Earrings ($1,140) are the perfect petite hoops for those looking to make a subtle statement.
Eriness Multicolored Interlocking Rings
Putting a spunky spin on your everyday rings, these Eriness Multicolored Interlocking Rings ($1,200) are done in 14K yellow gold with a variety of gemstones.
Spinelli Kilcollin Pegasus Royal Hoop Earrings
Set with micro pavé full-cut rubies; emeralds; and pink, blue, gold, and lilac sapphires, Spinelli Kilcollin's Pegasus Royal Hoop Earrings ($5,300) put a fresh spin on hoops.
Sydney Evan Yellow Gold Rainbow Long Bar Necklace
Sydney Evan's Yellow Gold Rainbow Long Bar Necklace ($815) is a modern way to showcase multicolor sapphires and emeralds.
Jemma Wynne 18K Gold Multistone Bracelet
Amp up any arm party with Jemma Wynne's 18K Gold Multistone Bracelet ($2,940), made up of multicolored sapphires, emerald, ruby, and diamonds against a blackened setting.
The Last Line Rainbow Double-Hoop Earring
The Last Line's Rainbow Double-Hoop Earring ($479 each) is a uniquely delicate way to rock a rainbow spectrum of gems. Sold as singles, give the single-earring trend a try or scoop up two for a perfect pair.
Sofia Zakia Rainbow Stardust Ring
Sofia Zakia's Rainbow Stardust Ring ($735) is the daintiest pop of color for any ring stack. This band is comprised of emerald, light blue sapphire, blue sapphire, orange sapphire, tsavorite, amethyst, dark orange sapphire, yellow sapphire, and ruby.
Kat Kim The Francesca Ear Pin
For an edgier take, Kat Kim's The Francesca Ear Pin ($1,140) is designed to subtly hook over the top of the ear and through your piercing to look as though your ear is pierced from top to bottom. Very cool and distinctive.