DROP ANCHOR OR RIDE THE TIDE?
SUMMER JEWELRY TREND TIPS

Coastal fashion effuses summertime vibes, and to effortlessly take you through this season, Paparazzi Accessories has nautical and sea animal-themed summer jewelry that perfectly complements this style trend. 

When accessorizing your summer wardrobe, are you reaching for sailboats or starfish? Although both styles are inspired by elements of the ocean, nautical and sea animal-themed accessories carry different energies. 

With two ocean vibes packed into one summer accessory trend, will you drop anchor or ride the tide? 

A DIVE DEEPER INTO THE DIFFERENCE 

Is your outfit destined for a statement anchor pendant, or will a shimmery charm bracelet loaded with sea creatures give it the shine it needs? Sometimes big style revelations come to light through the subtlest of differences. 

Before you declare that your look needs shells over marine knots, let’s take a deeper dive into this oceanic summer jewelry trend.  

Nautical Jewelry: Anchors, Ropes, and Sailboats Galore

Nautical-themed jewelry has a maritime muse that plucks elements from boats on the high seas. In this trend, you’ll find:

• Intricate anchors 
• Sleek sailboats
• Creative compass motifs 
• Colorful cording 
• Metallics twisted into rope-like texture 

Reds, blues, and sandy palettes evoke a classic, preppy seaside style, while metallics of antiqued gold, silver, and brass add a touch of grit. 

 

Sea-Inspired Accessories: Shells, Starfish, and Coastal Creatures

Dipping into whimsical waters, sea-inspired summer jewelry dives to the depths of this trend, emerging with: 

• Shimmery starfish 
• Swirling seashells
• Cute crabs 
• Delightful dolphins 

High-sheen metals and vibrant colors reminiscent of coral reefs channel a playful, easygoing beachside vibe while abalone-inspired shine enhances your look with an ethereal sea ambiance. 

HOW DO YOU STYLE OCEAN-INSPIRED SUMMER ACCESSORIES?

Now, how do you create a coastal style that’s cohesive and captivating? Think of each accessory as a lighthouse that navigates you to specific fabrics, colors, and textures in your clothing. 

Like waves crashing along the shoreline, each piece of Paparazzi jewelry makes a splash when paired with certain outfits. 

When to Wear Nautical Jewelry

Reach for your anchor charms and sailboat motifs when you wear red and navy blue nautical stripes. Crisp whites, creams, and sandy tans are perfect neutral backdrops for the maritime magic, too. 

Dress in ensembles made for gliding across the crystal waters on catamarans and venturing along coastlines with breathtaking views of the horizon. Nautical accessories add a naval nuance to style that radiates the energy of harbor walks and boating days. 

For outfits, try the following:

• Lean into structured fabrics such as tailored Bermuda shorts and white denim paired with boat shoes or rugged sandals, and scoop neck t-shirts to evoke a laidback wearability. 

• Reach for a striped, button-up shirt dress with a sharp collar and tie belt complete with strappy heels to go from a summer picnic to a jaw-dropping evening fireworks display. 

When to Rock Sea Life Jewelry

Pair sea creature motifs on shimmery metallic jewelry with free-flowing silhouettes. Ocean animal-themed jewelry is easily dressed up or down with fabrics of cotton, linen, satin, and silk. 

Striking neutrals like cream, charcoal gray, and black let the shell-inspired shine in the accessories pop. Soft shades of blue and green enhance the shimmer in sea life jewelry. 

This side of the oceanic accessory trend is designed for dancing in the sand at beach parties and candlelit dinners at resort getaways. 

To effortlessly dress from day to night, go for: 

• For a daytime look, wear a breezy button-down with wide-leg linen trousers and sandals paired with cute crab-themed earrings. 
• When the sun sets, slip on a satin maxi dress with strappy heels and a luxurious statement necklace like the one pictured below, and you’ll be ready for whatever the tides bring. 

Mixing Both for a Bold, Beachy Look

Why choose one style when you can combine both ends of this trend for a stunning seaside look? Nautical jewelry can add structure to flowy fabrics, and sea animal themes can bring an ethereal energy to sailor stripes. 

It’s all about balancing with intention and embracing the contrast in outfits like:

• Try adding an adorable bright blue whale pendant necklace to your crisp coastal stripes for a playful touch. 

• Wrap a rhinestone-encrusted anchor on red twisted cording around your wrist for a fun pop of color with your ruffled skirt and tank top ensemble. 

Don’t be afraid to mix textures in your jewelry and clothing. And make sure to look in the Paparazzi shop for affordable accessories that have both nautical grit and sparkling sea life vibes, like the charm necklace pictured below. 

 

 

SHOP THE OCEAN’S TREASURE TROVE AT PAPARAZZI 

Ocean-inspired summer jewelry is on-trend and making a splash in fashion this season. Nautical and sea animal-themed pieces fill the Paparazzi shop, ready to add a beachside enchantment to your wardrobe. 

Whether the waves float you toward sailboats strung on rope-like metals, sea turtle earring and necklace sets, or to jewelry that blends both aquatic elements, you’ll be ready to drift through trendy waters with style confidence. 

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