“Jewelry is the most transformative thing you can wear,” according to fashion icon Iris Apfel. That’s because no other wearable accessories provide that sparkle, that noticeable unique individuality, no matter what kind of jewelry you are wearing. At Judy’s Jewelry Antiques and Estate Jewelry in Fort Myers, FL, we are always looking for what’s popular today in antique jewelry. Let's talk about what drives trends in jewelry, whether that jewelry is antique or modern.

1. Fashion trends: This one is obvious, since jewelry is an accessory to the clothing you are wearing, it stands to reason that the fashion of the day influences what people will wear with it. Fashion designers set the tone on the runway, which in turn popularizes the jewelry trends that will look best with the clothing styles that are popular for that season.
2. Celebrities: From movie stars and rock stars to YouTube and Instagram influencers, people in the public eye necessarily influence what is trending in terms of fashion and jewelry. Whether they are wearing it as part of their fictional character’s persona or to show off their own unique personality, we the people want it.
3. Cultural trends: Sometimes specific countries and cultures become the fashion focus. For example African cultural movements tend to emphasize nature, natural materials and hand-made jewelry. Another culture that’s been in focus for a couple of years now is Viking culture, with jewelry that features runes that have special meaning in the Viking culture.
4. Sustainability: Many people have a growing concern for the environment and this extends to what they wear. Consumers who are more aware of the impact of their purchases are increasingly looking at antique and vintage jewelry in an effort to be socially and environmentally responsible.
5. Movies and television shows: Much the same way celebrities themselves influence our jewelry choices, what they wear as their fictional counterpart, also influences us. For example Downton Abbey has helped popularize antique jewelry styles from the Edwardian and Art Deco period. These fashion pieces are elegant and opulent, reflecting the early 20th century. While the popular show Yellowstone has reintroduced us to beautiful Native American jewelry with its stamped silver pieces inlaid with turquoise.

Judy’s Jewelry Antiques and Estate Jewelry is a family owned and operated company. With over 30 years of experience as Southwest Florida’s leading Antique and Estate Dealer in Fort Myers, FL, you can expect expert customer service whether we are appraising your antiques or selling you fine jewelry. Come in to get an honest appraisal of your items from owner, Sal Lanzieri. We are the largest buyer of antique, vintage and costume jewelry, gold, silver, diamonds, coins and other precious metals in SWFL. We love history and sharing our knowledge of pieces and their place in time with our customers. Come look over our ever changing inventory of vintage and antique items. Call 239-481-9600 or visit our website at https://judysjewelry-fortmyers.com/