The hoops and lariats of spring are still strong, albeit with imaginative variations. There are more double hoop earrings, where the hoops align in parallel. Lariats include variations on the straight tie, and scarf-style looping of chain is even stronger. Chain lengths have risen a bit, as women find the longer chains cumbersome. The new length ends just below the bustline.
Crosses continue to have amazing strength, as do star, moon and other celestial motifs.
Multiple strands, mesh and oval links still look fresh too. Open space got the nod from manufacturers taking part in the Platinum Guild's new heart promotion. The style uses less metal and takes advantage of negative space to produce a big look at a good price. Earrings continue to be linear rather than rounded, with dangles still hot.