Fashion

The Jewelry Capsule You Need

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Have you ever realized halfway through the day you forgot to put your earrings on? All the sudden your ears feel all weird and naked and lobe-y (this can’t just be me… right?). There’s just something about jewelry — from subtle sheen to dazzling sparkle — that makes even the barest of outfits feel fini.

But, if you’re anything like me, your jewelry collection leaves much to be desired. I buy every pair of studs I can find, but anytime I need a bold ring or statement earrings I’ve got nada. Enter the jewelry capsule — i.e., the pieces to invest in (that won’t turn your skin green) for any, and every, occasion.

 

The Studs

Your everyday go-to — just enough to give a subtle shimmer to everything from your worn in jeans to your work blazer. I recommend at least three pairs because these are startlingly easy to lose. Confirmed from experience…

 

Kate Spade New York
Mini Square Stud Earrings

$32

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Ringcrush
Raw Diamond Studs

$55

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Anthropologie
Novelette Earring Set

$58 (Set of 6)

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Moulton
Kite Earrings

$70
Note: Shop closed until September 5.

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CONTOUR Studio
Nugget Earrings

$99

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The Statement Earrings

The perfect accessory to a messy bun and a gorgeous dress. Go with a neutral color to match your LBD and that breezy, flower print sundress.

 

Zara
Beaded Fringe Earrings

$19.90

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Vanessa Mooney
Astrid Knotted Tassel Earring

$45

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J.Crew
Orbit Earrings

$48

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Lili Claspe
Dinah Drops

$60

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Jenny Bird
Ariel Disc Earring

$65

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Sandy Hyun
Hoop Earrings

$70

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The Long Chain

Truly a piece of jewelry you can dress up or down — a super long chain can function all sortsa ways… like doubled up, hanging down your back, thrown oh-so-casually over jeans and a T. Versatile never looked so good.

 

Madewell
Knotshine Necklace

$32

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Madewell
Bolo Choker Necklace

$38

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BaubleBar
Pyramid Spike Necklace

$38

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Gorjanna
Extra Disc Wrap Necklace

$90

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The Bold Collar 

Source: Gal Meets Glam

Sometimes the best way to make an outfit complex and interesting is to add a statement collar — bold metal, bright jewels, edgy chain links. Nothing is off limits.

Topshop
Beaded Fringe Collar Necklace

$35

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BaubleBar
Gilded Garden Collar Necklace

$78

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BaubleBar
Montana Raffia Necklace

$78

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The Delicate Stacks

I am obsessed with tiny gold rings — worn single or stacked, they look chic and breezy like oh, hello, I’m just a down to earth girl with her sh*t together. I’m a big believer in the power of the stack, even if, like me, you’re saddled with man hands (the INJUSTICE).

 

BYLIAJEWELS
Dot Minimalist Ring

$23

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Dialion
Gold Stacking Midi Ring

$38

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Catbird Jewelry
Twisted Stacker Ring

$64

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The Watch

A timeless (lol, get it) watch will never go out of style. Perfect on its own or layered with bracelets, it’s beautiful and handy (hey, you never know when your phone’s going to die…).

 

Timex
Fairfield Leather Watch

$50

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MVMT
Hampton

$115

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Daniel Wellington
Melrose

$179

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The Almost-Choker

Source: @tashimrod

Á la Carrie Bradshaw’s GORGEOUS diamond necklace from Petrovsky (wrong guy, right jewelry). A super delicate necklace that sits right between your collar bones is always the right decision.

 

ASOS
Solid Circle Necklace

$24

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Anthropologie
Stone Arch Necklace

$48

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Lou & Grey
Kozakh Cube Necklace

$50

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The Bangle

Nothing will make you feel more ~sophisticated~ than the (truly impractical) bangle. It’s a statement piece for nights out (definitely not for work… typing is IMPOSSIBLE) that instantly says this girl is freakin’ chic.

 

Rebecca Minkoff
Sphere Cuff

$38

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Bing Bang NYC
Round Hammered Bangle

$95

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Moulton
Angle Cuff

$150
Note: Shop closed until September 5.

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Hania Jewellery
Geometric Gold Bangle

$168.49

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The Cocktail Sparkle

For when many tiny delicate rings are not enough, turn to a statement ring that gives you that extra sparkle. Cocktail rings are super fun — and there are many, many cheap options that are just as fly (if not more so) than an expensive version.

 

Madewell
Open Circle Ring

$18

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ALDO
Cluster Ring

$26

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Ottoman Hands
Rose Quartz Stone and Oricle Ring

$43

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Snash
Babe Ring

$58

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What jewelry can you not live without? Tell us in the comments below!