The Outdated Jewelry & Accessory Trends To Kick To The Curb In 2025

Accessories are the perfect addition to make any outfit shine. Jewelry and accessories like hats, belts, eyewear, and even socks can add a personal touch to your outfits and make you stand out in a crowd. While they're personal, fashion accessories — like clothes — are very much subject to the ebb and flow of trends. Of course, some pieces are absolutely timeless and you can keep them in your capsule wardrobe forever, but some items are beyond their glory days and you should consider bidding them farewell.

But you don't need to read up on trends and immediately get to purging your wardrobe. If you're the type of person who isn't going to let some trend forecast tell you what to wear, then do your thing and wear your favorite pieces no matter what. That's the best way to let your individualism shine. If you are, however, a little more keen on being individualistic while staying on-trend with your fashion choices, allow us to help you. Let's take a look at the outdated jewelry and accessory trends to kick to the curb in 2025.

There was a time when everyone was obsessed with Y2K-esque beaded accessories. Celebrities were all about beaded anything like Dua Lipa and her beaded necklace or Kendall Jenner and her many beaded phone charms. Colorful beads were everywhere, but there's been an overall shift in sought-after styles. From Y2K fun to more elegantly refined looks, the era of playful pieces has come to an end. Put the colorful beads to rest and go for a dainty chain necklace like the 14K Gold Twisted Chain Necklace from Bony Levy or this budget-friendly Gold Chain Necklace from Baylay.

Looking at the spring/summer runways of 2025, the new year is about refined elegance. Crisp neutral linen shirts, classic silhouettes like A-line skirts, romantic floral details, and a touch of bold colors here and there are some things you'll see. But one thing you might not see as much is logos, especially on bags. 

Bags on the runway this year were simple, timeless, and elegant, there was a lot of suede and even sightings of braided details. It was refreshing to see quality prioritized over fast fashion. Trends of over-consumption, like logos, are trending out in the new year. Instead of buying another bag for yet another season, people are opting to invest in a timeless high-quality bag and personalize them with some fun charms. Bag charms are perfect for turning a regular bag into something special and unique for a new season without spending a fortune.

In case you haven't noticed, pearls are as on-trend as they are timeless. But if you're someone who thinks pearls are only for women, you couldn't be more wrong. Let go of that outdated thought and embrace the idea that pearls are genderless adornments now. Fashion-forward celebrities like Harry Styles, Lebron James, and Timothée Chalamet have been spotted wearing pearls. And they're inspiring men everywhere to challenge traditional gender norms and wear pearls in various ways to embrace cultural shifts. So, if you know a guy who loves to stay on trend and experiment with fashion, go ahead and gift them the Mini Bas Relief Pearl Necklace from Vivienne Westwood or the Zeffy Pearl Necklace if you're looking for something that won't break the bank. 

There was a time when everyone was sporting microshades. Celebrities like Bella Hadid and Rihanna were seen rocking the trend time and time again. And while the look was already starting to phase out, 2025 appears to be the time to put them to rest. While we'll continue to see small sunglasses with a retro '90s feel in the new year, teeny tiny sunglasses will no longer be spotted. Larger frames are much more versatile and suit a more diverse array of faces compared to the tiny ones. We love the Gisele IV3 from Gentle Monster, and if you're looking for something more budget-friendly, try the '90s Retro Driving Sunglasses by Butaby.

During the Y2K craze, western-inspired oversized belts made their return. They made a statement with their presence alone, but it's safe to say the new year is about subtle elegance rather than using bold accessories as a way to stand out. 2025 is about modern low-key simplicity when it comes to belts. Still love the cowboy-chic accessories? We don't blame you, they're still very much in, but try incorporating it into your contemporary look with something a bit more subtle. Add a bit of a Western flair to your outfit with the Wester Belt in Python by Celine or the Vintage Western Belt from JASGOOD.