Every year, once a year, the world turns its attention to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City to watch the brilliant -- and at times eccentric -- styles of the Met Gala. 2018's Met Gala was much like those before it, and just like past years, the jewelry styles of the Met Gala have inspired designers across the industry. To help you keep up with the evolution of jewelry style post-2018 Met Gala, we've put together a brief list of some of the designs inspired by this spectacular event.
The Popularity of Large Earrings
This year's Met Gala was filled with a wide variety of style and design choices. Some were good, while others were downright eccentric. However, one of the best decisions made amongst all of the celebrity appearances was the appreciation of big earrings.
They came in all shapes and sizes. Some were proudly flashing large, colored gemstones, others, like Keri Russell's intricate gold hooped earrings, opted for more subdued energy. All in all, the styles were big, bold, and beautiful.
Designers have picked up on this big and beautiful earring style choice. TACORI has leaned into this trend in their stunning Island Rains Collection. Utilizing large, vibrant blue turquoise stones, this collection would have blended in with the celebrity styles found at the Met Gala this year.
If color isn't your thing, Hearts on Fire has plenty of large hoop earrings that would make the perfect match with some of the styles found at the 2018 Met Gala. Lined with crystal clear diamonds, and in variants of white gold and yellow gold, these pieces would be a showstopper at any formal event.
The Evolution of Necklaces
Of all the striking and sometimes outlandish jewelry found at the Met Gala, few ended up being as practically stylish as some of the necklace combinations. While Rihanna sported an intricate pendant and piece, others, like Miley Cyrus decided for something a little simpler.
Miley's style echoed that of a bohemian rockstar. By layering some simple necklaces, Miley created a charming and freeing style that anyone with a moderately sized jewelry collection could match.
Rihanna's style choice required fewer pieces but used more intricate jewelry craft. She wore one gemstone encrusted amulet and a simple gold necklace. This duo layered necklace combination made for a gorgeous and regal look.
There are plenty of designers that have pieces that mimic both the bohemian rockstar and the jeweled royal appearance. Elle's Mystere collection, for instance, has a few amulets that would work to replicate Rihanna's Met Gala jewelry. It is worth mentioning too that KC Designs' Diamond by the Yard collection has pieces similar to the accompanying chain Rihanna wore to match her amulet.
On the other hand, if you relate more to Miley Cyrus' style, you may be more interested in TACORI's Classic Rock collection. Following the same level of simplicity, the Classic Rock collection is filled with pieces that have a minimalistic appeal that would work well with multiple layers. The collection also boasts rich gemstones that add a level of contrast, especially once paired with other simple chain necklace pieces.
Met Gala Inspired Jewelry at Rumanoff's
Mimicking Met Gala styles is a lot easier than it can seem, especially if you reach out to an authorized jewelry retailer like Rumanoff's Jewelry.
Rumanoff's Jewelry is located in Hamden, Connecticut and has provided the greater New Haven County with designer engagement rings, wedding bands, timepieces, and of course fashion jewelry pieces for over 75 years. At our Hamden showroom, we also offer customers professional jewelry services like jewelry cleaning and repair.
If you have any questions regarding our products or services, check us out online at Rumanoffs.com or visit our Hamden showroom today.
