Big bling energy is a big deal trend in designer fashion for summer 2022. including rhinestone and glitter jackets, tops, tees, sunglasses, and more. Our correspondent Abbie Martin Greenbaum has curated a list of the best looks out there right now if you decide to join the show.
why is Rhinestone and glitter such a big fashion trend this summer?
Nostalgia. It’s the word of the moment. For better or for worse, people are looking towards the past for comfort, for entertainment, and for inspiration. And as a result, nostalgia’s influence can be felt across every industry – food, fiction, and of course, fashion.
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And one of the ways fashion is feeling nostalgic? Its current obsession with the Y2K aesthetics.
Big bling energy is a big designer fashion trend this summer 2022, including rhinestone and glitter jackets, tops, sunglasses, and more.
Though it may not seem like that long ago, the year 2000 is already making its big comeback. Y2K trends have reared their retro heads on runways many times over the last few years, and we are still seeing their impact on all our favorite brands.
Big bling energy is a big designer fashion trend this summer 2022, including rhinestone and glitter jackets, tops, sunglasses, and more.
The latest? Well, if you had rhinestones on your 2022 bingo card, you can go ahead and check off that box. We are seeing a major resurgence of everyone’s favorite sparkly stones. The early 2000’s are back, and they’re here to shine!
Big bling energy is a big designer fashion trend this summer 2022, including rhinestone and glitter jackets, tops, sunglasses, and more.
10 best Rhinestone and glitter designer fashion picks for summer 2022
1. Rhinestone Tee
We begin our list of rhinestone fashion trend standout looks with a classic tee. We love this graphic tee from Zadig & Voltaire. This jaguar – named “Cecilia” – has the exact sort of vibrant energy we’re hoping to bring to the rest of the year. And even better, this tee is soft and has a relaxed fit – so you can stay comfortable, even while you’re showing your rhinestone-studded ferocity. A perfect example of how rhinestones can brighten up any look.
BUY NOW – $158.
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2. Puzzle Crystal Skirt
The miniskirt is another Y2K trend that the 2020’s have brought back, and we love the way Nué’s puzzle crystal skirt pays homage to both at the same time. Each item is unique, crafted from puzzle pieces of hand-cut rhinestone fabric – so you know this skirt is something special. And depending on the shoes, shirt, and bag you choose, this is a piece that easily dresses both up and down. Rhinestones can be the key to versatility.
PRE-ORDER NOW – $2217.
3. Kayneliae Shorts
These sparkly shorts from Isabel Marant practically scream summer. But not just any summer – a fun summer. A summer you’ll never forget. Which is what the rhinestone fashion trend is all about, right? Available in both white and black, these linen shorts are high-waisted, and come with back pockets for your convenience. These feel like a rhinestone must-have, and a beautiful way to manifest a happy rest of the year.
BUY NOW – $745.
4. Retro Rhinestone Clutch
The easiest way to channel this summer’s rhinestone fashion trend is probably with a bag. A small one. Rhinestones can take even the most ordinary objects, and transform them into something playful. Something, dare we say, magical. That’s why we love this retro ice cream clutch, which really seems to understand the special powers that rhinestones possess. And what could be more seasonally appropriate than a purse shaped like an ice cream cone? Also available in other fun summertime shapes.
BUY NOW – $118.60.
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5. Embellished Slide Sandals
We all need a pair of go-to slides… but don’t you want to be the kind of person whose go-to slides just happen to sparkle? You know you do. These summer sandals are both simple and special, which makes them the perfect choice. People will see you coming from a mile away.
BUY NOW – $58.80.
6. Sidney Rhinestone Sneakers
Of course, you don’t have to limit your sparkle to sandals. We are obsessed with Betsey Johnson’s rhinestone-covered sneakers, which seem to embody the very spirit of this latest trend. They’re loud, they’re electric, they’re over-the-top. They let you know that the person wearing them is having a better day than you are – and that you want to be just like them! They come in fourteen different colors. Trust us, you want a pair.
BUY NOW – $89.
7. Denim Jacket
This might be our favorite piece of them all. This jewel-drenched denim jacket from Dolce and Gabbana manages to take this Y2K trend and turn into something totally new – and totally amazing. We’ll never be able to look at naked, rhinestone-less jean jackets the same way, and that’s a good thing. Because now we know they’re better when they’re covered with rhinestones. (And there are matching pants for those who just can’t get enough).
BUY NOW – $13,100.
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8. Rhinestone Jumper
Just because you’re relaxing at home, doesn’t mean you can’t shine. This jumper from Cynthia Rowley shows how rhinestones can make even our coziest clothing feel a little more celebratory. And these days, that’s just what we need – little things to help every day feel more fun. Available in four colors – black, gray, white, and this summery purple-blue ombre – this cropped jumper is your new go-to loungewear grab.
BUY NOW – $295.
9. Rhinestone Sunglasses
Now even your eyes can sparkle. These heart-shaped, rhinestone-embellished Gucci sunglasses are a vibe, and they are the Barbiecore-Y2K tribute mashup of our dreams. If you’ve been waiting your whole life to see the world through rose-colored glasses… now’s your chance! (And who knows, maybe rose-colored and rhinestone glasses are even better).
BUY NOW – $1245.
10. Face Gems
But rhinestones are not just for the body, of course. They’re also for the face! Thanks to the TV show Euphoria, face gems are a thing, and they are a big reason that rhinestones have re-entered the zeitgeist. If you want to try them out, consider getting yours from Half Magic, a brand from Euphoria’s very own makeup artist Donni Davy. These little studs are vegan and cruelty-free, and self-adhesive – they couldn’t be safer or easier to apply. If you’re dipping your toes into the rhinestone pool for the first time, these could be a great way to begin; sprinkle a few on your face the next time you want an exciting new look.
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11. Bonus: Jimmy Choo’s Sailor Moon Boots
Hot pink crystal-studded boots that are also a tribute to one of the best shows of the 90’s? Sign us up! Jimmy Choo’s new shoes take the rhinestone trend to the next level – or maybe several levels up – and are also a nostalgic creation in all the best ways. Decked out with 19,000 Swarovski crystals, these fuchsia knee-highs are the otherworldly shoes of our childhood dreams. Though they are on display at Tokyo’s Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Museum, they are also available for purchase. Inquire for more information. And fall feet-first for the rhinestone trend sweeping the fashion world.
the summer trend is Rhinestone and glitter
Big bling energy is a big deal trend in designer fashion this summer 2022, including rhinestone and glitter jackets, shirts, sunglasses, and more. What do you think, dear reader? Are you in on this?
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Abbie Martin Greenbaum grew up in New York City and currently lives in Brooklyn, where she drinks a lot of coffee and matches roommates together for a living. At Oberlin College, she studied English and Cinema, which are still two of her favorite things, along with dessert and musical theater. She believes in magic.
