Chunky Bangles Have Had The Cool-Girl Seal Of Approval

It’s no secret that accessories can make or break an outfit. Sometimes it doesn’t matter whether you’re in a crisp white tee or a full head-to-toe look, the right jewellery can instantly transform your style. And right now, there’s one piece stealing the spotlight: bangles.

The once-beloved 70s accessory is experiencing a full revival, perfectly aligned with fashion’s current obsession with maximalism. This season, everything is louder, punchier, and bolder than ever, from the return of printed jeans (credit to Roberto Cavalli for leading the charge) to the rise of ‘ugly shoes’ like Vibram Five Fingers, Camper Kobarahs, and Givenchy’s chunky Marshmallow slides. In this moment, minimal jewellery simply fades into the background; it’s the statement pieces that take centre stage.

Of course, bangles have never really been out of fashion, but if you need inspo for how to style yours now, turn to the 1970s, where arm candy was often stacked in multiples, jangling with every movement - a visual and audible celebration of more-is-more styling. That playful energy is exactly what’s fuelling their comeback today.

It helps that some of the world’s most influential style setters are firmly on board. Dua Lipa stacked chunky resin bangles with her white bikini and shorts while on holiday, proving they work just as well ocean as they do in the city. Bella Hadid has been spotted layering them with bohemian prints and low-slung denim, channelling a laid back vibe. Influencers are following suit, showing off resin, enamel, and tortoiseshell styles in everything from streetwear edits to breezy vacation looks.

The best part? You don’t need a designer budget to get involved. High street retailers are offering plenty of statement styles for under £20, making bangles one of the easiest and most affordable ways to elevate your look. We say this to say, bangles are the perfect way to tap into the maximalist mood of the season. Loud, fun, and unapologetically bold - they’re the jewellery trend that refuses to be overlooked. Scroll to shop some of our favourite pieces online.

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Renee Washington, Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie..

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