| The Jewel of Paraiba, 37.34 Carats. M.S. Rau. |
Whether you prefer dainty designs or bold statements, 2026 has something in store for every kind of jewelry wearer. And of course, vintage and antique jewelry designs never go out of style. While we can expect to see beloved Western trends and ancient-coin accessories continue to grow in popularity (both made our 2025 jewelry trends list), there are several unexpected styles that are poised to make a revival, thanks to major pop culture moments and runway debuts. Here, five antique and vintage jewelry experts share their top 10 2026 predictions.
Zoe Bailey, M.S. Rau’s Jewelry Operation Specialist seconds Egan. “Hours after Taylor Swift announced her engagement to Travis Kelce, searches for old-mine-cut diamonds spiked by nearly 1,000%,” says Bailey, adding that as lab-grown diamonds become more prevalent, “antique cuts provide something one of a kind.”
