More Is More? A Minimalist’s Guide to Mixing and Layering Jewelry

There are trends that Tik Tok and go, and there are trends that stand the test of time. Layering jewelry falls squarely in the latter category—and few brands make it easier to mix and match than Mejuri, a welcome relative newcomer to the luxury jewelry category. The Canadian direct-to-consumer company launched in 2015 with the mission to take fine jewelry out of the dusty family vault and into the modern everyday. Their message: You don’t need a special occasion to shine.

Nor should you have to worry about the origins of your jewelry: Mejuri takes the guesswork out of shopping for sustainable and responsibly sourced jewelry by being transparent about its supply chain. A few standout findings from its most recent annual sustainability report [CAN WE LINK TO THE REPORT?]:

• 100% of its suppliers self-report traceability data
• 100% of its lab-grown diamonds are traced to the grower
• 100% of its pearls are traced to the country of farming origin
• 86% of its natural diamonds are traced to the country of origin, with 13% traced to
• specific mines

But the key to Mejuri’s incredible success with consumers likely lies in its understated but not boring, au courant but not trendy, elevated but approachable designs. It’s also the reason Mejuri pieces are so easy to layer. When every necklace, bracelet, and pair of earrings shares the same design DNA, combining them becomes a simple creative exercise. There are no wrong ways to wear them together. Silver, gold, platinum; diamonds, pearls, emeralds; modern, traditional, whimsical—everything goes. Below, 5 layering ideas for the uninitiated, courtesy of Mejuri.

Pearly Perfection

While wearing a few pearl strands together is nothing new, pairing a classic strand with a statement-making pendant feels fresh—and suitable for both a trip to the farmer’s market and a night out on the town.

More, Please

Is it possible to have too much of a good thing? When it comes to diamonds and gemstones, we’re inclined to answer, No, not at all.

All Eyes on the Ears

Your neck isn’t the only canvas for layering jewelry. Here, the ear gets the spotlight, displaying not one, not two, but five unique pieces that somehow all work together brilliantly.

Maximalism for Minimalists

For the committed minimalist, consider pairing pieces of similar style but different size. The effect is sophisticated, effortless, and appealingly put-together.

Mixed Metals

Forget your grandmother’s advice to never combine metals. Stacking up different metals is a modern, bold, style-forward power move that we wholeheartedly approve of. For more ideas, head to Mejuri.