10 Edgy Jewelry Ideas: From Skulls to Crosses
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10 Edgy Jewelry Ideas: From Skulls to Crosses

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10 Edgy Jewelry Ideas: From Skulls to Crosses

10 Edgy Jewelry Ideas: From Skulls to Crosses

Jewelry has this preconception that it only caters to the feminine side of fashion. But what if you what to dress androgynous and add a little bit (or tons, we’re not blaming you) of edge to your outfit?

Let us introduce you to the world of an edgy, almost borrowed-from-boys line of jewelry. It’s the latest jewelry trend that many people are obsessed with and adored by the Gen-Z. Edgy jewelry has been described as jewelry for her, him, and they which speak volumes about its versatility.

From your usual goth-inspired skulls and crosses to femme fatale items, these edgy jewelry ideas will definitely capture your heart and style.

1. Gothic Letter Chain Necklace

The fashion industry first caught on to the gothic-lettered shirts and jackets in the late 2010s as rappers after rappers released their own merch bearing this distinctive font. Now, this trend finally made it to jewelry and we can’t get enough of it.

Our particular favorite is the gothic letter chain necklace that brings drama and added sparkle to your outfit. So the next time someone asks for your name, just point it on your necklace!

2. Metallic Bolo Tie

Swap the boring round necklaces for a sleek bolo tie that is the perfect Bond villain accessory.

This works best for low plunging necklines and LBDs. The elongated chain perfectly accentuates your figure and will do wonders in keeping things elegant yet interesting. Choose a bolo tie with an interesting and unique centerpiece that perfectly ties your look together. Since bolo ties are worn as standalone pieces, you would want to choose a great centerpiece to hold the necklace together.

3. Imperial Herringbone

Live out your Egyptian royalty vibes with a herringbone chain design that works amazing as a necklace and bracelet. The herringbone chain is made of interlocking links that create a fishbone design. If you want a piece of subtle yet badass jewelry, this is it.

Raise the edginess by choosing thicker versions of herringbone necklaces. This design is perfect for chokers or as a base for layering your jewelry.

4. Lock Bracelets

A lot of edgy jewelry designs are hardware-heavy and this is a great example of it.

Lock bracelets can be both dainty and edgy depending on the chain. For this particular design, rope and cable chains go great for that added spunk. The black on silver combination is also popular because it emphasizes the shine of the metal.

Our tip is to go for a sizeable lock that is appropriate for the size of your wrist. This leans on the edgier side compared to a lock charm bracelet.

5. The Heavy Cross

Cross jewelry has always been a staple in jewelry whether it’s for religious or aesthetic purposes. In this case though, blinged-out cross jewelry is a classic when it comes to punk-edge style.

You can take this in two directions: go all out on thick chains and bejeweled cross pendant or keep it minimal. Whatever your decision may be, it’s guaranteed to add an interesting air to your outfit.

6. Famous Tiffany Links

Everyone became obsessed when the luxury brand Tiffany & Co. released its Tiffany links. They’re the perfect balance of edgy and elegant. The good thing is this design caught on to fashion jewelry and now you don’t have to pay thousands of dollars for a single bracelet.

The Tiffany links are perfect standalone pieces or layer it up for more volume. You can also add your own charms and bling to make it more personal. Really, this design is a great canvas for whatever jewelry ideas you have.

7. Solid Metal Bangles

The classic solid metal bangles are the perfect addition to your edgy jewelry collection. It’s a no-fuss design that can be worn on its own or layered with other jewelry.

Solid metal bangles, in our view, should be in everyone’s jewelry box. Regardless of whether your style is on the edgy or dainty side, this jewelry is pretty flexible. Plus, you can wear it on both casual and formal occasions.

To ramp up your edginess, you can stack several metal bangles together or have a chain bracelet to go with it. You can also wear it with mixed metals to add another dimension to your style.

8. Barbed Wire Necklace

This jewelry design definitely sends a signal that you are not to be messed with. It is on that line of nonsensical, unique jewelry yet really ties your whole edgy look together.

Our styling tip for this necklace? Get the longest possible barbed wire necklace that you could purchase (or connect a few ones together) and twirl it around your neck to create the perfect layered look. The barbed part can get uncomfortable especially if the necklace is on the heavy side but hey, who said that fashion is easy?

9. Drop Sword Choker

You can’t talk about edgy jewelry without mentioning the many designs of the beloved choker. But our favorite is the drop sword choker that screams danger to anyone who sees it.

A drop choker is a kind of choker necklace with one point extending downwards to the middle in lieu of a pendant. It’s a perfect jewelry design that pairs well with square and plunging necklines. A great styling tip to keep in mind is to choose a metal that closely resembles the hue of your skin. That way, the jewelry becomes part of you and adds that glint and shimmer to your overall look.

10. Rock and Roll Ear Jackets

The rise of multiple piercings is a blessing to jewelry wholesale trends because now we can do so much more in accessorizing our ears.

What better way to do so than to wear an ear jacket?

Ear jackets are an extra component of your usual earrings. These can do so much when it comes to styling and they are the perfect addition to your edgy jewelry collection. Just choose two (or more) earrings to wear and secure the ear jacket by placing it between your earrings and ear lobe. While it doesn’t feel any different than wearing your usual earrings, it does add an additional element to your style.

Having learned these 10 edgy jewelry ideas, and eager to explore them and find some appropriate ones for your daily wearing? You may also have questions about where to find relevant high quality jewelry at affordable rates. So we hereby offer some good jewelry websites you can refer to, according to our findings, some of the major U.S. jewelry platforms that are offering these edgy jewelry products online are Pinktownusa, JewelryBund and Zenziiwholesale. You can easily find some amazing choices on these edgy jewelry suppliers to be stylish instantly.

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