Although some aspects of the accessory are more personal and subjective — wedding bands, family heirlooms, etc — there are still overarching trends that rotate in and out of style.
Business Insider spoke with three professional stylists to get their take on all the jewelry trends that will be popular and out in 2025.
Curating a collection of comfortable everyday jewelry is the way to go.Having an everyday jewelry "uniform" makes things easier.
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Personal and celebrity stylist Kim Appelt predicts a general trend toward convenience, comfort, and ease in 2025.
In other words, jewelry that goes with everything — like stacked gold pieces — offers an effortless way to accessorize.
The stylist emphasized the subjectivity of this trend, saying, "your body and your environment" dictate which pieces are best suited to you.
Have fun with your rings.Wearing rings on multiple fingers is in.
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If you think you're wearing enough rings, consider adding another.
"Everyone has a million rings on, like rings on every single finger," Ceila "CG" Quarles, who's styled multiple musicians and worked at RSVP Gallery, said.
When following the trend, the stylist suggested leaning toward solid precious metals rather than stones for a more industrial feel.
1990s-inspired bling is back in a big way.Rappers like A$AP Rocky have been known to wear blingy nameplate necklaces.
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Fashion is cyclical, and '90s ware has been back in style for a few years now. Sandra Okerulu, a celebrity stylist with over 10 years of experience, said it's also time to start experimenting with jewelry trends from the decade.
Whether that means investing in customized nameplate pieces or an initial ring surrounded by encrusted gems, bling is at the forefront of the retro trend.
Play around with minimalism this year.A single chain can be an elegant accessory for any ensemble.
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As "quiet" status symbols become more prevalent in the fashion world, Appelt said minimalism will be big in 2025.
"I see classic, I see luxury, I see dainty," she told BI.
With more inspiration from the '90s, the professional stylist recommends focusing on classic pieces — like a pair of studs or a simple gold chain — for a minimalistic look that exudes luxury.
Don't shy away from mixing metals.It's OK to wear gold and silver jewelry.
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You may have been told that you should never mix gold and silver jewelry, but CQ said that's an antiquated school of thought. What was once considered a fashion faux pas now adds a perfect touch to a stylish look.
"People are not afraid to mix metals anymore," she said. "Having stacked silver and gold? That's hot."
Layering silver and gold pieces can help personalize a look while also making it more modern.
Pearls are still in style.Pearls have become a great unisex accessory.
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Appelt said pearls will still be hot in 2025.
Although the jewelry trend has been around for decades, celebrities like Harry Styles have bolstered it and turned pearl necklaces into genderless accessories.
In addition to chokers and other necklaces, Appelt suggested incorporating pearl earring studs into your jewelry box.
A good pair of hoops goes a long way.It seems like simple hoop earrings will never go out of style.
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There will likely always be a time and place for hoop earrings.
Okerulu said a more modest hoop will complement the overarching trends of simplicity and quiet luxury in 2025.
"Modesty in what you're wearing is definitely in," she said.
It's time to buy a watch.A watch is a nice, mature accessory.
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CQ said watches are popular right now, especially among younger crowds looking for more mature looks.
She credits the shift to social media, telling BI that she's noticed that the pressure to curate an image for yourself on different platforms may have "expedited a lot of people's youth."
Just as blazers and other business-casual clothing have come back in style, adding a watch to an outfit helps exude a more tailored and professional look.
On the other hand, we can leave big gold earrings in the past.Chunky gold earrings were big in 2024.
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Although 2025 style seems to be taking a lot of inspiration from the '90s, we can leave some looks in the past.
Appelt said the big, gold earrings — à la Princess Diana — that have been popular the past few years are on their way out.
The shift matches the general trend toward luxurious minimalism.
Layering is out, and simplicity is in.The maximalist look is out for 2025.
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Okerulu said she's seeing more people ditch heavy necklace layering. To follow the quiet-luxury trend, opt for a statement piece instead.
Stacking rings and bracelets will still be in, but Okerulu encourages people to choose one or the other to keep things simple.
Designer labels have almost become a faux pas.Big Chanel earrings are considered too flashy now.
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The rise of modesty and quiet luxury has also led to many being less interested in buying accessories with visible designer labels and logos.
In general, Okerulu told BI, that people aren't being as obvious with their luxury jewelry.
Instead of flashy logos or easily recognizable designs, the stylist recommends looking for simple, high-quality pieces that will last forever.