Jewellery for your shoes, sunglasses, jeans – and basically, everything
Even accessories have accessories now!Over a year after we fell head over heels for bag charms—a trend that keeps reaching new heights every week (hello, Labubu!)—fashion lovers are now extending their charm and jewellery obsession to other accessories.From sunglasses to shoes, nearly everything is getting its own adornments. Picture delicate desi jhumkas, not dangling from your ears but from the rims of your sunglasses. Or imagine a little pack of jewels designed just for your shoes.advertisement
The trend is not limited to runways. It is already being interpreted by DIY experts and is also going big on fast-fashion labels like Westside too. Like, who would have thought you could buy jewellery for your sneakers at a Westside store for Rs 399.
Shoe charms for sale on Westside website.
Crocs has long been at the forefront of the trend, offering a wide variety of Jibbitz to deck out its comfy pairs. Now, the jewellery game is charming sneakerheads too; even if it means adorning your LV Sneakerinas with delicate bracelets or swapping out shoelaces for a string of pearls.
Bejewelled crocs (Photo: Author)
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Jewellery for shoes is a thing! (Photo: Instagram/Not Just Bijoux)
Nikita Gupta, founder of Amama Jewels, sees the trend of having accessories for accessories as fun. 'Jewellery isn't just for special occasions anymore. It is all about complementing every part of your style,' Gupta tells India Today.This trend is essentially part of the broader 'little treat' culture unfolding across the world, where Gen Z and younger millennials highly prioritise affordable luxury and personalisation So what if a luxury watch is out of budget? A quirky charm that reflects their personality can make an ordinary watch feel extra special to them.Jewellery business owners believe there is a confluence of factors behind this trend.'Firstly, there's rising disposable income and a growing aspiration for unique, statement-making pieces. Secondly, social media platforms like Instagram and Pinterest have become powerful inspiration catalysts. People are constantly seeking new ways to stand out and showcase their personal style, and these micro-accessories offer an impactful way to do that,' Vivek Ramabhadran, founder and CEO of jewellery label Aulerth, tells India Today.It is not just the shows getting a bejewelled makeover.Sunglasses too are way more ornate than you would expect them to be. Indian labels like Aulerth and Prerto are offering frames adorned with kundans, pearls and gem stones. Miles away, we have the likes of Dolce & Gabbana and Tiffany & Co putting forth embellished versions of sunnies in their new collections.
Bejewelled sunglasses and charms for watches? Yup. (Photos: 1. Dolce & Gabbana, 2. Aulerth, 3. Anaash)
Those who cannot afford or are big on DIY challenges are taking the matter in their own hands – buying jewels, glue and scissors to stylise their sunglasses. View this post on Instagram A post shared by BEAUMONDES_PREET786 (@beaumondes_preet)Such glasses obviously make you stand out from the clout. Plus if your style inches more towards the bohemian side, it is a match made in heaven.'I'm attending a music festival next month and wanted to switch up my style,' says Divya Sharma, a 32-year-old marketing professional from Delhi.'I had my eye on a pair of embellished sunglasses for a quirky, standout look, but they were way out of my budget. So instead, I picked up a simple local pair from a nearby market, some chunky faux-silver earrings, and a tube of super glue from Amazon. Now, I'm putting together my own custom version,' she tells India Today.advertisementSimilarly, it is no more surprising to see anyone flaunting rings with personalised charms.Even that classic blue pair of jeans is getting a jewellery glow-up. Instagram is buzzing with videos of people transforming their denims using unique jewellery accents. From oxidised ornaments to blingtastic stones, all it takes is some super glue and a little creativity to turn everyday staples into statement pieces. View this post on Instagram A post shared by DELIRIA (@deliriaisdead)So, ya! While bag charms – the biggest fashion trend of 2024 – are not passe yet; the craze has further compounded by reaching down to shoes, up to sunglasses and even clothes.
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