Jewelry Is Big, Bold and Full of Culture This Summer

Big, chunky jewelry is where it is at this summer. With colorful and heavy stone and bead work, this season has taken a liking to tribal-inspired accessories.

Bejeweled gem bracelets and thick, printed bangles can be the perfect match to any outfit. Long and heavy earrings with dangling pieces and two-toned hoops with chunky embellishments are being seen all over the runways. Even the necklaces are, well, huge!

Many of the ones I have seen have an African-tribal feel and can be worn with almost any outfit. Whether you dress them up or down, these heavy duty must-haves are a great addition to any summer wardrobe!

The rule of thumb: don’t over do it. These pieces are to enhance your outfit, not overrule it. Don’t wear too much all at once, just enough to give your outfit a little more life.