Elegant, Anti-Trend and Seriously Chic—Every Wardrobe Deserves a Simple Gold Bracelet

My love of jewellery knows no bounds. With a mother boasting an enviable collection of ‘80s jewellery, including doorknocker earrings, Grecian style wrist cuffs and a collection of African gold (dreamy, non?), you could say I was destined for life as a magpie and indeed I followed suit. In 2023 I took this one step further and had a bracelet welded, so a fine, unassuming chain sits on my wrist and despite my initial worry about its permanence, it’s become like second skin. There’s an unrivalled sentimental value to jewellery, which is why it always makes a heartfelt gift and over the past few years, bracelets (in particular, the simple kind) have become a jewellery hero, inspiring the rise in welded bracelet services.

Noughties trends were geared towards playfully stacked bracelets (the type you could hear on ones person before you saw them) however, now the trends are favouring contemporary-feeling forever pieces. Cartier’s Love bangle (albeit chunkier than the average) became a highly sought-after accessory, with fashion people decorating their wrists with a single or many, and although it’s proven itself to be an imitable investment piece, there’s been a gradual shift towards refined jewellery – weightless pieces that are easy to wear regardless of the occasion.

Although eye-catching statement bracelets have their place in a jewellery capsule, simple bracelets
are favoured by most, as like with capsule clothing, they fit seamlessly into many jewellery collections and style aesthetics. I searched high and low and pulled together some of my favourite simple bracelets. Wear them on their own for a laid-back feel, or layer them for a more-is-more look. From Bruna’s modern spin on pearls to Kitty Joyas' made-to-order solid gold bangle, simple jewellery never looked so chic.

Shop Our Edit of the Chicest Simple Bracelets: