Jewelry Trends That Are Shaping 2016

There are a lot of things going on in the world of accessories and jewelry in 2016. There's a retrospective mindset that is bringing the 60's and 70's back with a vengeance while at the same time a lot of catwalks and red carpet events are demonstrating that some of the rich and famous are opting for a more pared down and simplistic look when compared to years past.

However there are some old favorites that continue to be part of every woman's arsenal of chic jewelry.

Here are some of the top jewelry trends that are shaping up to influence looks in 2016.

#1 White And Black.

Rhodium is definitely the new black. This jet black is being used more and more when paired with silver or white gold to produce some rock star / art deco chic creations in 2016.

#2 Chokers.

Still hanging around after taking the red carpet by storm in 2015 chokers look set to maintain - well, their choke hold as one of the favorite looks for 2016.

#3 Gold.

The falling price of gold is great news for those who have a soft spot for this evergreen precious metal. 2016 Sees gold roaring back into favor to replace the obsession with silver that seems to have been around forever. However the look for 2016 seems to be much lighter than in previous years - delicate charm bracelets and lightweight necklaces are going to be the in look for the remainder of 2016.

#4 Oversize Earrings.

A look that remains evergreen, but is now entering the realms of the classic is oversize earrings. These were seen in great abundance at the Oscars and the style doesn't seem in danger of falling by the wayside anytime soon.

#5 Diamonds.

Diamonds seem to have bucked the trend towards simplicity with fancy cut gems now coming back into style. Tanzanite and Diamonds Engagement rings from well known designers which feature clusters of fancy cut gemstones have been seen in fashion capitals across the world. Tanzanite Studs are very popular in earrings as well. It seems that this style is also a bit retro and who knows how long it's going to last.

#6 Ethical Concerns.

It seems that the trend towards ethically sourcing materials and ingredients is only gathering steam. The influence of the food and beverage industry is clear - every step in the procurement pipeline must meet with rigid standards as far as ethics are concerned. On a related note it seems that recycled materials are also gaining traction as part of 2016 jewelry trend. look to see a lot of celebs showing off their ethical credentials during 2016.

#7 Stacking Rings.

A fashion stalwart for a number of years stacking rings remain firm favorites in 2016. Half the fun is building on an initial piece and the value for money factor combined with a huge range of styles will see this trend remain for the foreseeable future. Once again gold is going to play a huge part for those in search of the perfect stacking ring.