The Spring Summer Jewellery Trends Australia 2026: Worn the Les Néréides Way
Something has shifted. After seasons of restraint and quiet minimalism, jewellery in 2026 has decided it has something to say — and it is saying it loudly, joyfully, and with an unapologetic love of detail.
The runways for spring summer 2026 confirmed it: maximalist florals, vibrant gemstones, statement charms, and sculptural pieces that make the outfit rather than supporting it. For those of us who have always believed that jewellery should tell a story and earn its place, this feels less like a trend and more like a homecoming.
At Les Néréides, the 2026 season collections read like a direct response to this moment. Here are the five trends worth knowing — and the pieces that bring them to life.
Trend 1: Maximalist Floral Jewellery
Bold florals are everywhere in SS26 — from the catwalks of Paris to the boutiques of Paddington. And not delicate, apologetic flowers: full, saturated, richly detailed blooms that command attention.
Our Countryside Jewellery collection is exactly this. The Bees and Blue Tits set features vivid blue tits perched on branches set with reconstituted garnet beads, alongside bees with wings dusted in pollen — all enamelled by hand, all adorned with hand-cut gems like ripe, tasty berries. The Roses and Raspberries set brings deep crimson roses and plump raspberry charms in rich, velvety enamel — inspired by the childhood holiday memories of designer Valentina Amaddeo.
For a simpler floral statement, the A Thousand Pansies collection offers pristine white pansies on pearl-threaded chains — quieter, but no less considered.
Trend 2: Ocean and Nature-Inspired Charm Bracelets
Charm bracelets are back — genuinely back, not in a nostalgic way, but as considered, collectible jewellery for grown-ups. The trend is for ocean motifs, natural forms, and pieces that accumulate meaning over time.
The Sea of Gold collection is the most direct expression of this in our 2026 range. A chain-link bracelet carries seahorses, starfish, coral, conch shells, and scallop shell charms in warm gold — inspired by family beachcombing days in the coves of northern Italy. The story behind it: the Amaddeo family's grandfather once said that "if the stars only shine at night, it is because they reflect the dreams of those at the bottom of the sea."
The collection also includes dramatic long earrings featuring fish swimming through golden coral branches — the kind of piece that earns its place as the focal point of any outfit.
Trend 3: Statement Pendant Necklaces
The statement pendant has become the quieter cousin of the statement earring — and in 2026 it is having a moment. Particularly flower and nature-inspired pendants in warm gold, worn at a medium length over a simple neckline.
The Blazing Nature collection answers this perfectly. Custom-faceted glass stones act as mirrors, capturing and diffusing light in the way of a jewelled blossom. Available in gold-coloured and silver-coloured plating, the iris, cherry blossom, sunflower, and dark lily pendants each carry the light differently. Designer Nina Amaddeo's own childhood memory — flowers glazed with sugar and sun rays, kept carefully in a box by her grandmother — lives inside each one.
Trend 4: Cherry Blossom Pink
Blush pink has been building across fashion for several seasons, and SS26 has committed fully — particularly in jewellery. The appeal is in its softness: a colour that adds warmth without demand, femininity without cliché.
The new Hanami collection — a variation on one of our most beloved ranges, now in soft rose pink enamel — is precisely this. Flower-shaped pendant necklaces. Stud earrings. Drop earrings with pale crystal teardrops. Every piece inspired by the Japanese tradition of cherry blossom watching, hand-enamelled with the delicate grace that sakura deserves.
Trend 5: The Return of the Brooch
One of the more unexpected shifts in 2026 jewellery — and one of the most satisfying — is the brooch's long-awaited return. Not as a formal flourish on a blazer lapel, but as an expressive, versatile piece pinned anywhere from a bag strap to a scarf to a denim jacket.
Several of our 2026 collections include brooches specifically. The Sea of Gold range features three distinct sea-themed brooches — a hand-enamelled nautilus shell among them. The Paris Opera collection includes a spectacular chandelier brooch. The Countryside Jewellery range offers a floral brooch. All hand-painted. All worth the unexpected placement.
Browse all Les Néréides SS26 collections — and if you want to explore the full breadth of what's new this season, our stories section is the place to start.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top jewellery trends for Australia in spring summer 2026?
The key trends for SS26 are maximalist floral pieces, ocean and nature-inspired charm bracelets, statement pendant necklaces, cherry blossom pink, and the return of the brooch as an expressive everyday accessory.
What is Les Néréides' new jewellery range for 2026?
The 2026 season introduces several new collections including Countryside Jewellery (bees, blue tits, roses and raspberries), Sea of Gold (ocean charms), Blazing Nature (flower pendants), Hanami (cherry blossom in rose pink), A Thousand Pansies (white enamel pansy), and collaborations with the Musée d'Orsay and Paris National Opera.
Are maximalist jewellery pieces appropriate for everyday wear?
Absolutely. The key is intention. A bold necklace worn simply — over a plain T-shirt, with no competing jewellery — reads as considered rather than excessive. The Les Néréides approach has always been to let the piece be the statement, and let everything else be quiet.
Where can I shop new season Les Néréides jewellery in Australia?
All new season pieces are available online at lesnereidesaustralia.com.au and in-store at our boutiques in Melbourne and Chatswood Chase, Sydney.
Are brooches fashionable in 2026?
Very much so. Brooches have become one of the standout accessory trends of SS26, worn in unconventional ways — on bags, scarves, denim jackets, and hat bands, as well as in the traditional lapel position. Les Néréides offers several handcrafted brooch options across the 2026 range.
