Summer Jewellery Trends 2026: Ocean-Inspired Pieces from Aphrodite & Thalassa

The biggest jewellery trend for summer 2026 is ocean-inspired design — green onyx and tourmaline stones, layered chain necklaces, and mixed gold-and-silver metals, seen strongly across Rachel Entwistle's Aphrodite and Thalassa collections.

Every summer brings a shift toward lighter, more textural jewellery, and this year that shift is distinctly nautical. Here's what's trending, why it works, and how to style it.

What's Trending in Summer 2026 Jewellery?

Three trends define summer 2026: ocean-toned gemstones like green onyx and tourmaline, layered necklace styling, and mixed-metal pairing rather than sticking to one tone.

These trends move away from single, matched-metal sets toward more individual, mix-and-match styling — building a look piece by piece rather than buying a matching set.

Why Green Onyx and Layered Chains Are Everywhere This Season

Green onyx and layered chains suit summer because they read as textural and light rather than heavy or formal, making them easy to wear from daytime into evening.

Green onyx in particular has become a signature stone this season — it pairs well with both gold and silver settings, which is part of why it appears across multiple pieces in the Aphrodite and Thalassa collections.

How to Style Aphrodite Pieces This Summer

Aphrodite pieces work best layered rather than worn alone — pairing the Ocean Choker Necklace with a simpler chain, or stacking the Mini Amazonite and Mini Green Onyx Bracelets together.

The Aphrodite Mini Hoop Earrings are the easiest entry point if you're building toward this look gradually — they work with almost any neckline or necklace combination, so they're a safe first purchase before adding bolder pieces.

How to Style Thalassa Pieces This Summer

Thalassa's Green Onyx & Tourmaline Layered Necklace is designed to be worn as-is — it already combines two stones and chain lengths, so it works as a single statement piece rather than needing additional layering.

For those who want to build further, the Thalassa Charm Necklace pairs well underneath as a shorter second layer, giving more depth without overcomplicating the look.

Mixing Metals: Should You Wear Gold and Silver Together?

Yes — mixed metal wear is a core part of this season's trend, and pieces like the Inanna Spiral Mixed Metal Bar Earrings are specifically designed for this styling approach.

If you're used to matching all your jewellery to one metal tone, this is the easiest trend to start experimenting with, since it doesn't require buying an entirely new set — just adding one mixed-metal piece to what you already wear.

How These Trends Connect to This Season's Sale

Several of the pieces driving this season's ocean-inspired trend — including Aphrodite and Thalassa styles — are part of the current Summer Sale, making this a practical time to build the look.

If you want a full breakdown of specific pieces worth buying, see Best Summer Sale Picks: Top Necklaces, Earrings & Bracelets, or check what's included in the sale overall before deciding where to start.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main jewellery trend for summer 2026?

 Ocean-inspired design is the leading trend, characterised by green onyx and tourmaline stones, layered necklaces, and mixed-metal styling.

Can I mix gold and silver jewellery together? 

Yes, mixing metals is a core part of this season's trend rather than a styling mistake — pieces like mixed-metal earrings are designed specifically for this look.

How do I style a layered necklace? 

Start with one statement piece, such as a two-stone necklace, and add a shorter chain underneath for depth rather than wearing multiple bold pieces at once.

What stones are trending this summer? 

Green onyx and tourmaline are the most prominent stones this season, both used across the Aphrodite and Thalassa collections.

Which collection best reflects this season's trend? 

The Aphrodite and Thalassa collections most closely reflect the ocean-inspired trend, through their stone choices and layering-friendly designs.

Want to build this look? Browse the Summer Sale collection to shop the pieces featured above.