Have you fallen in love with the smooth and refined look of all the resin jewelry popping up?  While it’s not exactly a new trend, resin jewelry has made quite the comeback & seems to be gaining momentum.  It’s lightweight, affordable, versatile & easy to style – From fashion to designer jewelry, resin jewelry is EVERYWHERE!!!  Some of my favorite pieces are below – Enjoy!

1. Devon Leigh Cream Resin Bracelet
2. Vince Camuto Resin Screw Ring
3. Brooks Bros Aqua Resin Bracelet
4. Tory Burch Black Resin Bracelet
5. Ben-Amun Italian Resin Bangle
6. CZ By Kenneth Jay Lane Honeycomb Ring
7. Vince Camuto Horn Earring
8. Chunky Red Resin Bangle
9. Oasis Resin Bangle 
10. Tory Burch Magnus Necklace
11. Oscar de la Renta Chartreuse Resin Necklace
12. Belle Noel by Kim Kardashian Plated Resin Stone and Pave Cocktail Ring
13. Kara Ross White Link Necklace Long
14. Kenneth Jay Lane Resin Ring

The 2012 summer jewelry trends are mixed and include a vast blend of styles; there is sure to be something for everyone.  I love the array we’re seeing this year – you’ll notice both past trends revamped as well as fresh, new visions for us to pine over!

 Tribal Truth – Not only are we seeing hints at animal motifs and tribal patterns, but neutral, more muted shades in general are showing up.  It’s a very ethnic feel.  True to form, leather & suede jewelry is prominent.

Wrist Love – From bangles to cuffs and everything in between, big, bold bracelets are everywhere.   But don’t get rid of your skinny mini’s yet…Make daintier bracelets compliant by layering and/or stacking.  Bigger is better! Layer it on, ladies (and gents!) ♥

Hair Jewelry – Reminiscent of the Jazz Age, hair jewelry is everywhere.  Feathers, netting, pearls, crystals, scarves, crocheted flowers….you name it.  Hair embellishments are no longer just for weddings & costume parties.

Bold Rings have carried over from 2011 – And aren’t you glad?  I know I am! Collections of varying goods are all the rage right now.  Rings bearing crystals, pearls, stones, metals, and beads are blanketing every finger!

Pearls – Last, but certainly not least…Pearls exude classicism and although the classic pearl has extreme clout in this evolving trend, jewelry designers have completely re-vamped & modernized them as well.  Again, layering can be the key to success. And pearls too, are being combined with other materials – metals, stone, leather & crystal in particular.  And, hey! Did you know that dying freshwater pearls doesn’t diminish the value?  Bring on the colored pearls!