The Once-Outdated Jewelry Trend You'll See Everywhere In Winter 2026

Dramatic, loud, and chunky statement jewelry is in season, pushing delicate, dainty pieces into the shadows as the fashion world embraces a bigger, bolder evolution. Statement earrings are no longer considered an outdated jewelry trend and are poised to take over in winter 2026. Meanwhile, the delicate knobs, almost invisible diamond studs, and tiny hoop earrings that have been go-to accessories for the last few years are quietly dating our outfits today.

Though chunky jewelry was hot in the 1980s and 1990s, it has made a resurgence in 2026. Leading the maximalist movement are designers like Alexandra Hakim, Kamushki Studio, and Lizzie Fortunato, each unveiling vivid collections of mixed metals, elaborate gemstones, and oversized pearls in sharp geometric and architectural designs that feel modern and look like wearable art. While today's statement earrings lean toward sculptural, abstract designs, they are still fluid and lightweight in proportions rather than dense or overly heavy like the once popular styles.

What's more, these bold earrings are no longer reserved for special events; they're the accessory trends that will elevate your outfits for any occasion. Whether you're heading out for a city stroll, work meeting, dinner date, or a night out, they've become part of everyday style, elevating even the simplest outfit. And the old rule of thumb of balancing statement accessories with minimalist pieces is becoming a thing of the past. The 2026 fall/winter shows made that abundantly clear, with models from Valentino and Saint Laurent strutting the runway in oversized earrings paired with equally elaborate necklaces, bracelets, and rings.

Celebs everywhere, from Gigi Hadid, Hailey Bieber, and Kylie Jenner to Dua Lipa, have already embraced the statement earring trend. Best of all, they've rocked the look in the most casual way, proving that bold jewelry is one of the trendiest ways to accessorize. For Lipa, pairing elaborate gold Hugo Kreit Pistil Chain Earrings with a crew-neck tee and casual trousers, instantly elevated her look with an effortless, chic touch. In photos shared on Instagram, the singer showed how she also styled the earrings with a more formal outfit, switching into a Schiaparelli tailored jacket and pants set.

On the red carpet, Zendaya made quite the spectacle when she stepped out in a white Jacquemus dress and oversized gold disc earrings adorned with diamonds and 18K yellow gold by jeweler Glenn Spiro, during "The Odyssey" photocall in London (left photo, below). The actor brought new meaning to the concept of a fashion resurgence, wearing what were reportedly 3,000-year-old earrings made from Iranian gold medallions, according to People. Otherwise, she's known for kicking things up a notch with a statement accessory. Case in point (right photo, below): her look at the Los Angeles premiere of "Spider-Man Brand: New Day," rocking cascading diamond tassel Lavalliere Diamants pendant earrings by Parisian jeweler Boucheron.

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As the bold fashion trend sweeps across Hollywood, jewelry makers such as Misho Designs, Juju Vera, and Completedworks have become increasingly in demand with some of the biggest celebs opting for their trendy sculptural designs.