Key Fall/Winter 2023-24 Jewelry and Fashion Trends

Key Fall/Winter 2023-24 Jewelry and Fashion Trends

The autumn season is coming in fast and as temperatures begin to drop, fashion gets warmer. The ready-to-wear runways were full of delight with a crimson tide, fierce florals, and striking black and white combos, as well as “big bold jewelry” (WWD) at the neck or the ear. Here, we take a look at the standout runway trends for the sparkling season ahead.

“Autumn is the most romantic fashion season for me,” says Giuseppe Picchiotti, founder of the PICCHIOTTI brand. “The nostalgia for summer, as well as the eager anticipation of the coming fourth-quarter holidays, bring a wistful tug at the heartstrings. And for jewelry lovers, it’s a time to dress again – to layer up and enjoy the daily selection of the perfect earrings, just the right necklace, or the most versatile bracelet… There’s a reason we all look forward to the September issues of our favorite fashion magazines. It’s time to let the carefree energy of summer go and delight in the charms of primping and sprucing up our daily outfits.”  Luckily, Fall/Winter 2023 has some power-filled trends to help everyone to do just that.

Statement Necks

 

Statement necklaces are en pointe for Fall/Winter 2023-24. Vogue comedically referred to the trend as “Necklace-Gate What?” assuring all with “Fear not, the statement necklace is very much still in.” Large bold necklaces reigned at Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Marco Rambaldi, Moschino, Schiaparelli, Versace, Carolina Herrera, and more. Dripping with gemstones, the statement necklaces tend to be either bib style, prominent pendants, large pearls or occasionally a wide choker (for example at Rodarte and Ulla Johnson). The look feels fresh and bold, perhaps another way to continue the uplifting feeling of the dopamine dressing from previous seasons, even as the fabric palette returns to neutrals and basics like black and white.

The trend mixes high and low with a slightly rebellious tone. Colored gemstones like rubies and sapphires add pops of color to all-black ensembles (Moschino, Versace), and large pendants make bold statements swaying across the bodice (David Koma, Laquan Smith, Alberta Ferretti, and Courrèges). It offers a wonderful chance for jewelry lovers to dust off their black-tie jewels for everyday wear. PICCHIOTTI’s Masterpiece Collection comes to mind. Radiant heart and pear-shaped rubies tumble with diamonds toward a definitive point in a spectacular Ruby Masterpiece necklace. For a more streamlined and dramatic plunge, PICCHIOTTI’s Masterpiece Sapphire Pendant adds a touch of regal exclusivity to any ensemble, especially the wide-shouldered power suits for F/W 2023 and any low-cut neckline or open decolletage. The big and beautiful Floral Sapphire Masterpiece is a modern take on a classic statement necklace, with floral stems radiating out from center. The pointy edges of the flower petals and stars add an edgy element to the design, making it perfect for the season’s ever-so-slightly unruly attitude.

Fierce Florals

Flowers are not just for spring. The “Rosette Refresh” (InStyle) appeared on a number of the Fall/Winter 2023-24 ready-to-wear runways. Colorful fierce florals, the bigger the better, added either color or volume for many designers. Carolina Herrera, Chanel, Giambattista Valli, and Giorgio Armani Privé opted for colorful florals in prints or added them as three-dimensional elements onto the garments themselves. Other designers like Schiaparelli and Simone Rocha opted for colorless flowers in the form of gold, diamond, or pearl florets in earrings or lapel brooches for both men and women.

As a nod to the female empowerment aesthetic that reigns for the season ahead, Vogue dubbed the trend “I can buy myself flowers.” Whether in fabric or accessories, the floral look abounds this year.  “Clustered floral earrings” (InStyle) were seen at Givenchy, worn high on the ear, while Paco Rabanne featured a floral statement necklace. Carolina Herrera and Chanel ruled the look with large flower earrings worn with blossom-filled clothing.

For those wanting to elevate their everyday ensembles, add some fierce florals such as a pair of floral earrings or a statement flower necklace or a cocktail ring. PICCHIOTTI’s Rose Garden collection is inspired by Giuseppe Picchiotti’s iconic Rose Brooch which brought him international acclaim when it was first launched in 1967. The designs encompass a wide range of looks from earrings, pendants, necklaces, bracelets, and rings, each meticulously crafted to evoke the beauty of nature and the glorious furl of the petals and/or charm of the rosebud.  The assortment features all diamond styles, as well as colorful combinations of gemstones, even a ruby, rubellite, and pink sapphire floral cocktail ring which is perfect for the current pink/Barbie craze. The best thing about floral jewelry is that, like diamonds and gold, it never goes out of style, but this season it is more relevant than ever.

Big Chunky Earrings

According to Women’s Wear Daily (WWD, July 2023), “they say the bigger the better – and when it comes to recent earrings trends, this theory holds true.” Catwalks were full of sizable and statement-making earrings for Autumn/Winter 2023-24.  Louis Vuitton, Saint Laurent, Jil Sander, Balmian, Tom Ford, and more featured large hoop earrings in thick or wide versions. But oversized buttons also were prominent in geometric or sculptural shapes at Balmain, Gucci, Ferragamo, Missoni, and more. Giambattista Valli brought new dimensions to the earlobe with large and lengthy gemstone drop earrings, while Giorgio Armani Prive and Carolina Herrera fused two trends in one with large colorful floral drop earrings. Baroque pearl drop earrings also continue to be popular, seen at Gucci, Etro, and Marco Rambaldi.

Colorful gemstone earrings are a specialty at PICCHIOTTI. Known for superlative gems, PICCHIOTTI also excels in design, using precision cuts and old-world craftsmanship to create exceptional earrings that are both stunning to see and comfortable to wear.  The Emerald Masterpieces drop earrings are both striking and simple, a contemporary classic for a green lover or for a green-eyed beauty. The PICCHIOTTI Fan earrings offer a three-dimensional luxurious diamond button that can be worn high on the lobe for maximum impact. For large floral drops, see the section above. And be sure to explore PICCHIOTTI’s Chandelier collection for chunky and powerful styles in your choice of ruby, sapphire, emerald or all-white diamonds. These sizable styles are beautiful and enduring – not quite as large at the Valli drops, which translates as more opportunities to be worn, well past the current trend.

LRD – The Little Red Dress

According to @britishvogue – the LRD (little red dress) “is making a fiery comeback this autumn and is commanding attention in the chicest possible way.”  Red was the standout color in a season filled with neutrals and basics. The crimson tide was evident everywhere, seen at Gucci, Giorgio Armani Prive, Balmain, Giambattista Valli, Ferragamo, Dolce & Gabbana, Tory Burch, and more.  Not only in monochrome dresses and suits, but bright pops of red were also seen in hosiery under an all-white ensemble at Coperni, in handbags, fuzzy outerwear, or skirts/pants at Gucci, and even boots at Bottega Veneta.

The scarlet hue is best reflected in fine jewelry as rubies. Perfect for turning up the “heat factor” trend (WhoWhatWear), the brilliant sparkle and deep hue of the finest rubies is captivating and beloved by various cultures worldwide.  PICCHIOTTI’s incomparable ruby jewels work well with various current trends – use a large ruby earring to offset your white after Labor Day look or jump on the pink + red bandwagon to adorn your “Barbiecore” pink looks with a lovely ruby cocktail ring.  Consider a ruby floral drop earring to wear with your LRD, fusing two trends at once for a supremely of-the-moment style.

Shop for the deepest hue of rubies you can find. The well-renowned “Pigeon’s Blood Ruby” is sure to retain its depth of color for many generations to come. For tips on shopping for the very highest quality of rubies, see our previous post on How to Buy Rubies.

Black & White

Opposites attract, and many designers embraced the contrast of black and white for Fall/Winter 2023-24. Balmain opted for dressy styles – a feminine white blouse with a large bow paired with a shiny black leather skirt or the power suit look in black with black gloves and striking white lapels for emphasis on the hourglass silhouette. Saint Laurent paired an oversized white blazer with a plunging black cami and a black leather pencil skirt, creating a super-chic quiet luxury aesthetic. Versace paired power pearls as a pop of white atop all-black corseted dresses. Gucci featured striped black and white fur outerwear. Dolce & Gabbana paired a white button-up with a black suit and tie or added a dose of femininity with long white gloves and lingerie-inspired black lace atop a fitted short white dress and black hosiery. Enjoy the fun of mixing and matching your favorite blacks and whites this fall whenever you want to add some drama to your overall style.

PICCHIOTTI’s new Gem Ceramic collection offers bold expressions of black and white. Using shiny black ceramic and spectacular white diamonds set in 18K white and yellow gold, the earrings and Xpandable cuff bracelet make perfect adornments for the fashion trend. Unlike trendy styles in clothing, however, these wearable works of art endure and can add a hint of intrigue and elegance to all your wardrobe basics and neutrals. Large button earrings in black gem ceramic and white diamonds also fit the chunky earring trend and add a geometric form atop the belted suits and power blazers. PICCHIOTTI’s expanding cuff or the bold wide cuff make chic wrist statements, perfect to offset fashion’s creative sleeves, to anchor ruffles, or to balance the broadness of the many wide shouldered suits.

For those loving peace and harmony, monochrome white was also prevalent. Seen at Adeam, Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, Chloé, Courrèges, Coperni, Dolce & Gabbana, Ferragamo, Gabriela Hearst, Jil Sander, Loewe, Michael Kors, Prada, and more, the all-white ensembles purposely defy the old “no white after Labor Day” rule. Crisp white button-up blouses and white tanks or tee shirts feel refreshing for autumn and bring a casual flair to some of the season’s best looks.  Consider adding an element of color when you accessorize an all-white look. White is a beautiful backdrop for showing off a gorgeous red ruby or a medley of colorful sapphires in the PICCHIOTTI white gem ceramic cuff. White also feels fresh and invigorating with brightly colored opaque gems. The PICCHIOTTI Reversible Xpandable styles in turquoise and coral offer variety and versatility as they can be worn all-white or flipped over to showcase the color. And of course, you can keep your look monochrome with white pearl jewels.

Hearts will also be trending, not only in accessories and jewelry, but heart motifs in the fabrics themselves. InStyle featured heart shaped charms and/or lockets as a prominent trend for F/W 2023, seen at LaQuan Smith, Etro, and Marco Rambaldi. PICCHIOTTI has been featuring spectacular heart-cut gems in its Masterpieces for decades.

Too many fun trends for one blog post, but the good news is there are beautiful options to explore as you ready yourself and your wardrobe for the colder days ahead. Enjoy wearing necklaces again and go big and bold with your earring choices. Add a touch of vermillion or keep it all black and white, just be sure to choose the perfect accessories. If you’d like tips on selecting the most appropriate jewelry for your outfit du jour, review our styling tips from professional stylists. This autumn, embrace the joy of closet diving or the fun of shopping with loved ones as you compile your signature looks. Remember to always bring your inner sparkle, too.

 

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