Rather than paying homage to the decade’s association with greed, however, jewelry designers are emphasizing its vibe of decadence. They’re reinterpreting the era’s oversize silhouettes, hefty cuffs, and knuckle-duster rings in modern designs that convey a devil-may-care attitude about the ever-rising price of gold.
What we love about each of the 13 statement jewels on this page—from Tanya Farah’s bracelet of golden spheres to Monica Rich Kosann’s weighty lockets—is the confidence, in oneself and the future, that they project. After all, one could argue that there’s something downright practical about owning and wearing so much gold. Who needs stealth wealth or quiet luxury when there’s this much preciousness to pile on?
Diamond Ball bracelet in 18k gold with diamonds, $24,000; Tanya FarahRecord Crescent earrings in 18k yellow gold with 0.09 ct. t.w. diamonds, $6,800; SorellinaSpecial-edition locket in 18k yellow gold with 1.06 ct. emerald center and 0.41 ct. t.w. emerald melee, $16,025; Monica Rich KosannDiamond Tufted Vlora Star ring in 14k gold with 0.41 ct. t.w. diamonds, $2,825; VloraCloud Letter necklace in 14k gold on satin rope cord, $5,200; Alison LouRock Sugar Stick earrings in 18k gold with 1.1 cts. diamonds, $12,200; TejenWrap ring in 18k gold with 9 mm-10 mm South Sea pearl and diamond, $7,700; Sean Gilson for AssaelThat’s My Desire necklace in 18k yellow gold, £9,930 ($13,118); LitoLava Love diamond cuff bracelet in 14k gold with 0.71 ct. t.w. diamonds, $9,800; Type JewelryRani Pink Drops in 14k gold with 1.83 cts. t.w. morganite and 0.58 ct. t.w. diamonds, $6,440; La MuseMama Bear ring in 18k yellow gold with 0.3 ct. t.w. diamonds set in 18k white gold, $6,500; Seal & ScribeBezel knife-edge cuff bracelet in 18k gold with 1.82 ct. London Blue topaz, blue sapphires, and diamonds, $6,960; Jennifer DeMoro
Top: Sun, Moon and Stars gold locket necklace in 18k yellow gold with 1.05 cts. t.w. diamonds, $24,850; Monica Rich Kosann
