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It seems that every jewelry item gets its turn under the sun — and right now, bracelets are definitely shining bright.

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Whether you opt for a statement cuff or an elegant, delicate chain, it seems like there’s a style for every wrist and outfit.

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Rebecca Tay presents five options to adorn yourself with right now.

PURPLE FEVER

Originally designed by New York designer Alexis Bittar in 1992, this hand-carved, hand-painted Lucite bangle looks and feels as contemporary today as it did more than 30 years ago. Available in techno purple, neon pink or silver, they add a bit of flair to any outfit, whether you wear them stacked or individually.

Blue Ruby, blueruby.com | $155

MONOCHROME MADNESS

Elegant and pared back, this striped 18k gold vermeil bangle with cream and black enamel stripes has serious White Lotus vibes and is a great way to get in a vacation mood. Wear it with a flowing, printed caftan to channel your inner Jennifer Coolidge, or use it as a finishing touch with straight-leg jeans and a white button-down for every day.

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Mejuri, mejuri.com | $198

DEEP & MEANINGFUL

Vancouver jewelry brand Pyrrha recently earned its Butterfly Mark certification from Positive Luxury, an independent organization that recognizes labels and retailers that offer transparency in a consumer-friendly way and also meet the highest sustainability standards. It’s also a B Corp certified company, another kudos for its environmental commitments. Beyond that, its designs are simply stunning, as anyone who’s ever worn one of their pieces will know. Case in point: this ‘Heart of the Wolf’ talisman cuff, made using 100 per cent recycled metals and featuring multiple Victorian-era wax seals or images, chosen and customized to your liking.

Pyrrha, pyrrha.com | US$1,735

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CLASSY COIL

If you often find that you have a hair coil — one of those hair elastics that resembles an old-school landline telephone cord — on your wrist, consider swapping it out for this ‘Sofia Mega’ bracelet by Toronto jewelry designer Jenny Bird. Made from high-polish silver, it has a contemporary feel that looks great peeking out from a starched shirt cuff.

Jenny Bird, jenny-bird.ca | $250

SPLIT DOWN THE MIDDLE

Handmade in Nairobi by a collective of artists, this ‘Halfmoon’ split bracelet features insets of upcycled cow horn that give it an organic, natural feel. Available in 18k gold- or silver-plated, 100 per cent upcycled brass, the profits from the sale of each piece is reinvested in the collective; so far, the initiative has allowed them to invest in a new workshop that will in turn, help them expand their business.

Obakki, obakki.com | $135

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