Geometric Designs in Jewelry

Triangles and trapezoids, polygons and pentagons--all types of geometric shapes are showing up in designer lines. Even basic circle and square shapes become a part of amazing pieces when grouped together. Geometric earrings are appealing because they intrigue many buyers. Some geometric pieces appear futuristic, vintage or retro while others may just have the appeal of timeless style. It all depends on how the varying shapes are put together.

The popular edgy, industrial geometric look of the past has matured into asymmetrical styles--some with a hint of tribal inspiration. Experiment with geometric shapes and patterns with bold stripes and abstract colors for statement style. You could take a page from other top designers and companies like Tiffany's (who launched a line of geometric engagement bands), or Mexican jewelry designers like Ivón Fuentes, Daniel Espinosa, and Georgina Treviño. All three designers, who take their inspirations from their native country of Mexico, have different visual aesthetics, but love to use the geometric designs found in nature in their work.

Geometric designs can be bold and chunky like bib necklaces with large geometric shapes, or small and simple such as a few circle pendants on a chain. Single, oversized stones look great on bangles and rings. Another growing trend has been the overlapping of patterns to create new and unique designs such as stacking circles, teardrops, squares and triangle ring on the same finger. Just those four patterns alone could be reconfigured into 24 unique possible combinations! Another favored trend for geometric designs is negative space jewelry (where your design incorporates openings and empty space), which when combined with geometric patterns can create minimalistic but futuristic designs.