Summer 2021 Is All About Body Jewelry—Here's the Proof
Summer 2021 is all about body jewelry. Don't believe me? I have the proof. Considering the ferocious resurgence of all things Y2K, the return of belly chains and body jewelry and, heck, even belly rings doesn't really come as that much of a shock, but it's refreshing nonetheless. Now that summer will be here any second now, showing some skin is most certainly on the horizon, but this season, your skin should be coated in shimmering body jewelry of all kinds. When I think of body jewelry, jewelry designer Jacquie Aiche instantly comes to mind. Known for her bohemian designs and—you guessed it—body jewelry, I was curious to get her take on the matter.
Aiche told me this: "Body jewelry has been a staple in my collection since 2009. I believe our tribe has so much love for body jewelry because of the way it makes you feel. The delicate diamond details are refined and feminine, designed to enhance the natural glow that every woman radiates. When you layer up in these pieces—whether it's a finger bracelet, body chain, or bra—it instantly becomes like your second skin that you never want to take off." Most frequently styled with bikinis and midriff-baring pieces, body jewelry really does make for a more radiant beachy look, but we've also seen the jewelry trend styled with ready-to-wear pieces as well, including low-rise jeans, trousers, and more.
So whether you're looking to invest in a stunning Jacquie Aiche piece or are on the hunt for a cheap thrill, this shopping assortment has got you covered. Ahead, shop all of the body jewelry we're loving now and peep some fun styling ideas along the way.
It's no secret that Jacquie Aiche is the queen of body jewelry.
Wear this over a bare stomach or use it to cinch in a simple dress.
How stunning is that moonstone?
This one will go with a lot while still making a statement.
The detailing on this one makes it worth the splurge.
In case subtlety isn't your strong suit.
This one is not for the faint of heart.
Snatch this one up for your next vacation.
I can never resist a rhinestone.
Next up, discover every Y2K jewelry trend that's happening right now.
Lauren Eggertsen is currently the editorial director of Who What Wear and has worked at the company for over eight years, where she started as an associate editor and has since worked her way up. Lauren has over 10 years of experience in the fashion editorial space, starting her career with internships at Marc Jacobs, Marie Claire, and The Zoe Report, where she was later hired as their editorial assistant. Lauren has worked in the Los Angeles and New York Who What Wear offices but currently calls L.A. home. It is here where she leads and manages Who What Wear's fashion team and oversees all day-to-day editorial content and large tentpole moments. This includes all of the runway, trend, and shopping-driven content that ultimately helps to build a strong brand reputation within the industry. Lauren's role also includes helping to set the fashion direction for all original photo shoots and often styles many of the celebrity cover shoots, including big names like Kaia Gerber, Normani, and Kristen Stewart.
She has also attended multiple fashion weeks, including New York, London, Milan, and Paris, where her personal style has been featured on sites such as Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, and Elle. She prides herself on discovering and supporting small brands and on her knack for a good vintage shopping find. When she isn't working, she enjoys researching and dining at reputable restaurants around both her neighborhood and the globe.
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