Amongst all the summer fashion trends around in 2025, our favourite might actually be a jewellery trend. Sure, it’s more subtle than an eye-catching print like gingham, but when styled correctly, it can have just as big an impact on an overall outfit. Plus, this particular trend comes celebrity-approved with the likes of Bella Hadid, Emily Ratajkowski, Jennifer Lawrence and most recently, Victoria Beckham all getting in on the look.
We’re talking about beaded jewellery. After spending last summer crafting our own creations for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, designer brands and the high street have caught on, releasing their own versions for SS25. The string necklaces and bracelets threaded with colourful beads still possess a DIY feel, but many feature elevated additions like charm pendants and more secure hardware that admittedly were lacking from our bedroom bracelets and justify the price tags.
While all the cool fashion girlies have been wearing beaded jewellery since the szn began, either on its own or intermixed into their daily gold and silver stacks, the fact that the A-list are jumping on the trend proves its staying power.
Usually spotted dripping in diamonds, VB shunned her minimal, fine aesthetic in favour of a clear beaded frinedship bracelet that spelled out “I love you” with white beads printed with pink text. She sported the accessory in an Instagram video she shared to demonstrate how best to apply her new Victoria Beckham Beauty blush – because the jewellery trend does look best with a sun-kissed appearance.
For more luxe iterations, swap candy-coloured hues for rich jewel tones, gemstones or pearls. Similarly, don’t be afraid to experiment with the size of your beads. Small strands look great layered up, while larger beads give a ‘70s feel that perfectly taps into the boho revival (especially when worn with crochet, per the below). Keep scrolling to shop our round-up of the best beaded jewellery around right now.
Alex wears Pilgrim Unfold beaded necklace
Shop the beaded jewellery trend
Anthropologie Rainbow Stone Necklace
Anni Lu Capri Bracelet
Missoma Spiral Gemstone Beaded Pendant Necklace
Abbott Lyon Semi Precious Stone Necklace
Stone & Mason 6mm Green Aventurine Bead Bracelet with Heart Charm
Carrie Elizabeth Mixed Agate Multi Coloured Beaded Necklace
Pilgrim UNFOLD Bracelet Silver-Plated Multi Colour
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Alexandria Dale is the Digital Fashion Writer at Cosmopolitan UK. Covering everything from the celebrity style moments worth knowing about to the latest fashion news, there’s nothing she loves more than finding a high street dupe of a must-have designer item. As well as discovering new brands, she’s passionate about sustainable fashion and establishing the trends that are actually worth investing in. Having worked in fashion journalism for six years, she has experience at both digital and print publications including Glamour and Ok!