Statement on the wrist: Bangles are the big jewelry trend of the winter season - and beyond

Sometimes all you need for a big performance is the right sound, and that doesn't mean the dramatic background music that you want in many situations in real life. No, you can now also jingle and clatter on your wrists:Banglesare back and will be back this fall/winter season and next springJewelry trendfor anyone looking for a stylish alternative to large onesandseek. Because the new models are often statement enough, as the catwalk looks show.

To the wafer-thin, transparent ones, which creative director Anthony Vaccarello sent down the runway for Saint Laurent in autumn/winter 2024/25, the big ones cameBanglesas called. The striking onesformed a clever contrast to the delicate designs without being too much - even though sometimes three or four of them were worn on both wrists, made of shiny metal or transparent resin in natural tones. The show proved: TheJewelry trend, which was last in thewas popular, is back. And now you can also do it in the so-calledBangle Stacking, i.e. stacked on top of each other on the arm.

They were also at labels like Fendi and FerragamoBanglesto be seen, sometimes worn in pairs and withplated, sometimes individually and made of shimmering gold. From delicate and reserved to oversized and eye-catching, there was everything on the catwalks for the current season. But where does it come from?Jewelry trendat all? Bracelets were already popular in ancient times and were seen by pharaohs and nobles as a sign of power and divine protection. Still have it todayBanglesIn some cultures they have a deep, symbolic meaning, for example they represent prosperity. Over time there were always different designs made of bronze,, glass or wood are on trend, from simple to decorated with gemstones or motifs. In the 1920s, narrow models with Art Deco designs were popular, the 1960s brought colorful plastic bangles in the Pop Art style, and in the 80s the designs became wider and more eye-catching.

Today, bangles are less worn as a status symbol, but are still a fashion statement. They can be combined with elegant dresses as well as with cozy knitwear, so they are suitable for both evening and everyday wear. In theover sleeves they almost become a part of the respective garment, as seen at Fendi, but despite similar colors they are not lost in the outfit. The wide, golden ones fit ChloéBanglesperfect for the ring-shaped handleand were a welcome contrast to the airy flounces. The current catwalk looks also show how wonderfulBanglescan also be worn in winter - after all, they have previously been a popular summer accessory.

As hip asBanglescurrently, it's actually no wonder that the fashion trend will continue into the coming season. After all, the jingling pieces are especially fun on warm days when jackets,andno longer cover your wrists. The new ones appeared on the catwalks for spring/summer 2025Bangles, as in winter, in different forms: In addition to rather delicate, narrow models in gold or silver (as discovered by Roberto Cavalli or Sacai), this time there were also wide, striking versions that were reminiscent of the retro designs of the 60s.

The big onesBanglesthewere mostly made of resin, acetate or plastic that was colored in strong tones. In addition, there were often geometric shapes, for example angular models, and sometimes different ones. The Australian label Zimmermann was inspired by these iconic pieces and showed a mix of colorful 60s bangles for spring/summer 2025. Gucci also relied on colored ones, for example in grass green, and combined the bracelets with matching cuffs that the models wore on their upper arms. In addition to classic shiny designs, it is also available in...so colorful. The new trend models even say “Hello, here I am” when they don’t come clattering in stacks.