Modern Statement Jewelry: Bold, Clean, and Built to Be Noticed
There's a version of "modern jewelry" that means barely-there chains and microscopic studs. That's not what we're talking about here. The modern jewelry we carry is bold, intentional, and built to be the first thing someone notices about your outfit. It's brass cuffs with real weight on your wrist. It's leather-and-gold combinations that feel like they belong on someone who makes decisions. It's rings shaped like architecture and necklaces that literally spell out who you are.
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This is jewelry for women who don't whisper. You walk into a room and your jewelry arrives with you — not as costume, not as decoration, but as an extension of who you are. Clean lines, unexpected materials, shapes that make people look twice. That's the modern statement.
Quick Picks: Modern Statement Jewelry
The power cuff: Brass Cuff Bracelet with Black Leather — $148 — mixed materials, serious presence
The sculptural ring: Crystal Dome Cocktail Ring — $98 — architecture for your hand
The bold earring: Multicolor Crystal Hoop Earrings — $112 — modern color, classic hoop shape
The empowerment necklace: "Fearless" Engraved Necklace — wear your mindset
The statement cuff: Solid Brass Dome Cuff Bracelet — $168 — pure sculptural gold
Brass and Leather: The Modern Power Combination
There's something about the combination of metal and leather that reads as powerful. It's not soft. It's not precious. It's deliberate. These are the pieces you put on when you want your jewelry to carry the same energy as a firm handshake.
SHOP Brass Cuff Bracelet with Black Leather — $148
The Brass Cuff Bracelet with Black Leather ($148) is the piece that sets the tone for this entire collection. The brass gives it warmth and weight. The black leather gives it edge. Together, they create something that feels completely modern — not vintage, not trendy, just bold. This is the bracelet for the woman who shows up to a meeting and owns the room before she says a word. Slide it on over a blazer sleeve or wear it against bare skin — either way, it commands attention.
SHOP Brown Leather Cuff Bracelet with Gold Studs
The Brown Leather Cuff Bracelet with Gold Studs takes the same concept in a warmer direction. The brown leather feels more organic and earthy, and the gold studs add just enough detail to keep it from being plain. This is the cuff for weekends, for jeans-and-boots days, for the woman who wants her jewelry to feel as lived-in as her favorite leather jacket. It pairs beautifully with gold earrings and a simple outfit — let the cuff do the talking. For more on styling bold bracelets, see our complete guide to statement bracelets.
Sculptural Shapes: Jewelry as Architecture
The most interesting modern jewelry borrows from architecture — domes, curves, clean geometric forms that catch light in unexpected ways. These pieces don't need crystals or embellishments to be bold. The shape itself is the statement.
SHOP Solid Brass Dome Cuff Bracelet — $168
The Solid Brass Dome Cuff Bracelet ($168) is pure sculpture for your wrist. The dome shape catches light from every angle, and the solid brass construction gives it a weight that feels substantial and intentional. This is the kind of piece that looks like it belongs in a gallery — and then you wear it to dinner and it becomes the most interesting thing at the table. It's an investment piece that transcends trends because the design is so clean it will never look dated. For more on our brass collection, see our post on bold brass cuffs.
SHOP Crystal Dome Cocktail Ring — $98
The Crystal Dome Cocktail Ring ($98) takes the dome shape and adds crystal for a piece that's both sculptural and sparkling. The dome catches light from every direction, and the crystal detail adds depth without making it feel traditional or ornate. This is the cocktail ring for women who find most cocktail rings too fussy — clean shape, modern execution, serious impact. Wear it on your index or middle finger for maximum visibility. For more on styling rings, see our cocktail ring styling guide.
SHOP Bow Tie Brass Cuff — $158
The Bow Tie Brass Cuff ($158) plays with an unexpected shape — the bow tie silhouette adds a touch of whimsy to what's otherwise a very bold, structured piece. It's the cuff that walks the line between artistic and wearable, feminine and strong. The brass finish gives it that warm gold tone that looks incredible against every skin tone. See our post on why gold jewelry looks good on everyone for more on why brass and gold are universally flattering.
Modern Earrings: Movement and Color
Modern earrings aren't afraid of movement or color. They swing, they catch light, they add energy to your face in a way that static studs can't. The key to making them feel modern rather than costume-y is material quality and intentional design — these aren't plastic dangles from a fast fashion rack.
SHOP Multicolor Crystal Hoop Earrings — $112
The Multicolor Crystal Hoop Earrings ($112) take the classic hoop — the most universally flattering earring shape — and make it completely modern with multicolor crystal detailing. The color play means they work with virtually any outfit because there's always a tone in the crystals that picks up something you're wearing. These are the earrings for the woman who wants color in her jewelry but doesn't want to match it to every outfit. For more on choosing earrings for your face shape, see our earring guide.
SHOP Gold Hammered Leaf Dangle Earrings — $78
The Gold Hammered Leaf Dangle Earrings ($78) bring an organic, nature-inspired element to modern jewelry. The hammered texture gives each leaf an artisan quality — like they were shaped by hand rather than stamped out of a machine. They move beautifully when you turn your head, and the hammered surface catches light differently from every angle. At $78, they're also one of the most accessible entry points into modern statement jewelry.
SHOP Gold Leaf Fringe Dangle Earrings
The Gold Leaf Fringe Dangle Earrings take the leaf motif further with a fringe design that creates cascading movement. Multiple gold leaves layered together create the kind of motion that draws attention without being loud. These are the earrings that make someone across the room notice you — not because they're flashy, but because the subtle movement catches the eye. Beautiful for date nights and evening events.
SHOP Gold White Heart Drop Earrings — $78
The Gold White Heart Drop Earrings ($78) prove that heart jewelry can feel modern. The clean white-and-gold color palette strips away anything ornate or vintage, leaving a graphic, contemporary take on the heart shape. These are hearts that feel fresh rather than romantic — more art gallery than Valentine's Day. For more heart jewelry in a range of styles, see our gold heart jewelry collection guide.
Empowerment Necklaces: Jewelry That Says Something
The most modern thing jewelry can do is mean something. Not in a symbolic, you-have-to-know-the-backstory way — in a literal, read-it-on-the-pendant way. Engraved necklaces with words that matter to you are having a moment because they combine the visual impact of a gold pendant with a personal mantra you carry all day.
SHOP "Fearless" Engraved Necklace
The "Fearless" Engraved Necklace is the piece you put on when you need a reminder that you can handle whatever today throws at you. The gold pendant sits at the perfect length to be visible above a neckline, and the engraving is clean and modern — no script fonts, no flourishes, just the word. It's jewelry as daily intention. Getting dressed is self-care, and putting on a necklace that says "Fearless" is how you set the tone before you walk out the door.
SHOP "The World Is Yours" Engraved Necklace
The "The World Is Yours" Engraved Necklace carries a bigger message — and it hits differently depending on the day. On a Monday morning before a big presentation, it's a confidence boost. On a Friday afternoon heading into the weekend, it's a celebration. The gold pendant layered with another chain (try it with our necklace layering guide) creates a modern, personal stack that tells your story without you saying a word.
How to Style Modern Statement Jewelry
Modern statement jewelry works best with simple foundations. The more basic your outfit, the louder your jewelry speaks. Here's how to let these pieces do their job.
One bold wrist, one bold ear. A brass dome cuff on one wrist and multicolor crystal hoops in your ears gives you two points of impact without cluttering. The rest can be minimal — your watch on the other wrist, maybe a thin ring. Two strong pieces at different heights creates a balanced look that reads as curated, not chaotic.
Let leather cuffs anchor casual outfits. The brown leather cuff with jeans, a white tee, and gold studs in your ears is one of the easiest "I look put together" formulas that exists. The leather cuff does all the work. For more ideas on how accessories transform simple outfits, check our post on accessories that make outfits look expensive.
Mix brass with gold. Brass and gold live in the same warm metallic family, so they work beautifully together. A brass cuff with gold earrings and a gold necklace creates a tonal metallic look that's cohesive but not matchy-matchy. For more on mixing metals confidently, see our mixing metals guide.
Empowerment necklaces work alone or layered. The "Fearless" necklace on its own over a black top is a clean, powerful look. Layered with a longer chain, it becomes part of a modern necklace stack. Both approaches are right — it depends on how much you want the word to be the focus versus part of a larger jewelry story.
Wear the dome ring on your dominant hand. You gesture with your dominant hand, hold your coffee with it, wave with it. That's where a sculptural ring gets the most visibility. The Crystal Dome Ring ($98) on an index or middle finger catches light every time you move your hand.
Modern Statement Jewelry as Gifts
These pieces make incredible gifts because they're bold enough to feel special but modern enough to work with anything in the recipient's closet. The "Fearless" Necklace is a meaningful graduation or birthday gift — it says "I believe in you" without being cheesy. The brass cuffs make stunning milestone gifts. For more gifting ideas, see our guide to jewelry gifts for women who have everything.
Try Them On in Charleston
These pieces need to be felt in person. The weight of a brass dome cuff. The texture of leather against your wrist. The way an engraved pendant sits against your collarbone. Come try them on at Maris DeHart, 32 Vendue Range, Charleston, SC.
Frequently Asked Questions About Modern Statement Jewelry
Will modern brass jewelry tarnish?
Brass develops a natural patina over time, which many people love because it gives the piece character. To keep it shiny, wipe it with a soft cloth after wearing. Avoid contact with water, perfume, and lotion. Our brass pieces are high quality and built to last with basic care. For more care tips, see our jewelry care guide.
Is leather jewelry appropriate for work?
Absolutely. A leather cuff with a blazer reads as confident and polished, not casual. The Brass and Black Leather Cuff ($148) is especially office-appropriate because the black leather keeps it refined.
Can I wear a modern statement cuff with a watch?
Yes — put the cuff on one wrist and the watch on the other. Two bold pieces on the same wrist can compete. Splitting them creates balance and gives each piece room to breathe.
Are these modern pieces too bold for everyday wear?
That depends on your definition of "too bold" — but our philosophy is that getting dressed is self-care, and wearing jewelry that makes you feel powerful is never too much. Start with one piece at a time if you're new to statement jewelry. The Gold Hammered Leaf Earrings ($78) are a great entry point — statement enough to be noticed, wearable enough for every day.
What outfits work best with modern statement jewelry?
Simple ones. A white tee, black jeans, and a brass cuff. A black dress and crystal dome ring. A neutral blouse and multicolor hoops. The simpler your outfit, the more your jewelry stands out. See our jewelry for black outfits guide for the easiest combination.
What's the difference between fashion jewelry and modern statement jewelry?
Intention and quality. Fashion jewelry follows trends and is built to last a season. Modern statement jewelry is designed with clean, timeless shapes and quality materials like solid brass and genuine leather that age beautifully and outlast trends. These are pieces you'll wear for years.
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