The 8 Must-Have Jewelry Trends of 2018

Nineties-style gold hoops came back with a vengeance last year — and while the silhouette is showing no signs of slowing down, the style has evolved. This year's hoops are offered in all types of bold colors and materials, from beads to pearls to resin and beyond.

Give your gilded hoops a rest, and try a modern, geometric set like these Rachel Comey White Marble Factor Earrings ($115).

Equal parts elegant and It girl, these Meadowlark Romeo Pearl Hoop Earrings ($510) are a fresh way to do a classic trend.

These speckled Lele Sadoughi Banded Hoop Earrings ($118) add a shot of mixed prints to your outfit, minus the effort.

ADORE Jewelry Signature Organic Circle Classic Hoop Earring ($69)

Total transparency came down the Spring 2018 runways in the form of clear plastic handbags and see-through boots. Naturally, the trend has trickled into jewelry, meaning lucite, glass, and plastic baubles abound.

Accented with sparkle, these Free People Lucite Crystal Earrings ($28) make for an easy way to lean into the big earring trend without overdoing it.

Modern, asymmetric, and on trend, this Proenza Schouler Small Glass Cuff ($595) is like a piece of art for your wrist.

Two trends in one! These Sophie Buhai Lucite Hoop Earrings ($495) are an unexpected, sculptural take on the hoop phenomenon.

This season's earrings are all about maximum drama and what better way to achieve that look than with a dangly pair of shoulder dusters? The longer, the better.

Kaia Gerber rocked these Saint Laurent Silver-Plated Crystal Clip-On Earrings ($895) on the Spring 2018 runway in Paris, so get your supermodel on in a pair that's guaranteed to turn heads.

Vintage inspired and edgy at the same time, these & Other Stories Statement Chain Earrings ($55) will pair with everything from a cocktail dress to a crisp button down.

Go modern artsy and add a shot of color with these Faris Playsway Earrings in Multi ($175).

The pinky ring has a colorful past, having been associated with everyone from Victorian-era singletons to mobsters to rappers. These days, they're adorning the It girl set as cheeky additions to stylish stacks.

Try a ladylike, heirloom-inspired take on the trend with this Jacquie Aiche JA Small Rose Ring ($350).

This Mejuri Star Signet Ring ($59) is both masculine and dainty, making for a staple style you'll wear everywhere.

Kick it up a notch with a sparkly Zoe Chicco 14K Pave and Marquis Diamond Signet Ring ($1,200).

Floral motifs for the ears are in full bloom. This season's bouquets are sculptural and bold, ranging from classic gold to vibrant hues.

Make a striking, feminine statement in these Marni Gold-Tone, Leather, Crystal, and Resin Earrings ($700).

Take your hoop game to the next level with these whimsically elegant Oscar De La Renta Flower Garden Hoop Earrings ($435).

These festive Zara Floral Earrings ($26) have us daydreaming of tropical getaways and umbrella-adorned cocktails.

Ocean-themed jewelry can go tacky fast, but designers this season have found a way to use the mysteries of the deep as inspo for all manner of chic baubles, like shell-embellished bracelets and mystical mermaid earrings.

Think of this Ellery Lunation Shell-Embellished Layered Choker ($474) as the fashion girl's answer to the puka shell necklace.

Channel your inner Ariel with these surprisingly sophisticatedElizabeth and James Mallory Agate Mermaid Drop Earrings ($185).

Stack this Isabel Marant Shell-Embellished Bracelet ($125) with your favorite string bracelets or polished bangles, or wear it on its own as a beachy, boho accent piece.

The asymmetric aesthetic is still going strong and brands are wising up to that fact, offering earring sets that coordinate without veering into matchy-matchy territory.

Add an edgy twist to evening looks with these Alexander McQueen Crystal-Embellished Earrings ($1,195).

In glossy metal, these Mango Spiral Earrings ($26) are both polished and party-ready.

Go fish. These Tory Burch Embellished Fish Mismatched Earrings ($258) let you nail the sea-inspired trend, as well.

These aren't your grandma's pins. This year's brooches are unapologetically bold. From brilliant bows to cheeky phrases, the fashion crowd is donning them on everything from denim to cashmere.

Wear this sporty awards-inspired Gucci Crystal-Embellished Printed Grosgrain Brooch ($515) like a badge of honor.

Get a style buzz with this Marc Jacobs Bumble Bee Brooch ($150).

This Mignonne Gavigan Amor Brooch ($70, originally $128) will add some flavor to your favorite jean jacket.