Celebrities in Saint-Tropez and models in Paris are embracing the jewelry micro-trend that's gaining popularity this late summer...
Summer isn't fading away just yet, and the emergence of new micro-trends indicates that our seasonal wardrobes have ample opportunity to grow and evolve before Labor Day. As July shifts into August, we might not see much innovation in the broader trends dictating our attire, but one area where fashion enthusiasts excel is in discovering minor yet significant accessories that elevate their outfits. Enter the arm bangle. I first spotted Zoë Kravitz showcasing upper-arm jewelry at an event for British jeweler Jessica McCormack in London. Kravitz sported several gold bands above her left elbow, enhancing a simple silk slip dress and satin pumps. Subsequently, Vittoria Ceretti donned a piece from NYC It-girl brand Aflalo, aptly named the Bicep Bangle, while vacationing in Saint-Tropez. Her bangle featured a single lab-grown diamond dangling from a sculptural design—definitely luxurious. If three makes a trend, the Balenciaga couture 2026 show in Paris solidified it. There, models appeared in striking gowns paired solely with bold crystal upper-arm cuffs as their accessories. Ahead, we are tracing the rise of the arm-bangle jewelry trend, from celebrities and fashion icons to couture runway models. Check out the looks and then shop for the coolest styles available.
On Celebrities and Fashion Icons
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On Zoë Kravitz: Jessica McCormack jewelry; Thistles Atlas Sunglasses
On Vittoria Ceretti: Aflalo Bicep Bangle ($3000)
On the Runway
Balenciaga couture fall/winter 2026
(Image credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight/Balenciaga)
Balenciaga couture fall/winter 2026
(Image credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight/Balenciaga)
Balenciaga couture fall/winter 2026
(Image credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight/Balenciaga)
Shop Arm Bangles
Lié Studio
The Maggie Silver-Tone Bangle
Jenny Bird
Egret Upper Arm Cuff
Ettika
Aura Swirl Cuff Bracelet
Electric Picks
Luna Arm Cuff
Epifene
Abstract Arm Cuff
Wild Fable
Embellished Wrapped Arm Cuff
Emma Pills
Sunset Hour Arm Cuff
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Celebrities in Saint-Tropez and models in Paris are embracing the jewelry micro-trend that's gaining popularity this late summer...
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