Fall 2023 Trends & How to Apply them to Beading

Fall Fashion Trends Unveiled

Get ready to elevate your style game this autumn as we unravel the hottest trends of the season! Let us summarize what's all the rage in fashion this fall and share how we think it can be applied to your beadwork.

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From captivating colors to dazzling accessories, fall 2023 is all about embracing contrasts and expressing your unique fashion sense. Dive into a world of subtle sophistication with a surprising surge of neutrals, discover the resurgent power of vibrant red, and shine bright thanks to the reflective surfaces of silver beads and findings. Let your jewelry choices make a bold statement – from metallic earrings to deep red focal points, crystal-studded brilliance, and the unexpected revival of the classic brooch. This fall, express yourself with confidence and creativity through the latest jewelry and fashion trends!

Contrast in Neutrals

2023 started with a surprise: the rise of brown as a trend. But guess what? Its popularity has only grown as the months passed. And now, it's brought some companions to the party, just in time for fall – sophisticated hues like cream, dark green, gray, butter yellow, and caramel. Could there be any better fall colors for those who prefer a serene and delicate autumn ambiance? This season, try a monochromatic bracelet in beige and brown, or give a cream + dark forest green color combo a go!

• See our selection of the best neutral beads & supplies
• Dark neutrals - see our selection of bronze & copper beads & supplies
• Neutral naturals - see our selection of Picasso finish beads

Red!

In the fashion landscape of fall 2023, a captivating trend is taking center stage – the resurgence of red in all its vibrant variations. From the deep and sultry tones reminiscent of velvety wine to the fiery and energetic shades that command attention, red is reclaiming its position as a timeless and versatile hue. Designers are infusing their collections with the richness of crimson, the warmth of poppy red, and the intensity of orange-y reds, creating a visual tapestry that speaks to both confidence and comfort. A perfect trend for the bold, and an ideal candidate for THE trend of this fall! Go out of the box and try an all-red beaded piece; combine all different shades of red you can find, in all finishes, from semi-glazed and matte to opaque to metallic, and contrast your red jewelry with an all-white or all-black outfit. Trendy and sophisticated look guaranteed!

• See our selection of red beads, crystals and supplies
• Create a red heart out of glass pearls
• Add just a drop of red to gold earrings with this 10-minute tutorial

Silver foil

Metallics have been quietly gaining ground as a trend for almost a year now, and it's totally reasonable to expect them to kick into high gear as the weather cools down. Silver foil, in particular, will be popping up everywhere, partly because it's way more day- and wear-friendly compared to sequins, rhinestones, or gold. If you like to shine and smooth polished metallic accessories are your thing, don’t be afraid to go big; it’s time to cover your beadwork with SILVER, and remember: it has to be SHINY!

• See our selection of silver beads & supplies
• Browse all our silver-colored findings
• Combine trends: make this silver peyote ring with a red heart
• Shine bright with these petite but powerful all-silver beaded earrings

In jewelry

Now, what does the fashion world has to say more specifically with regard to jewelry that is trendy this fall? And how can you use the general trends in your beadwork? The short answer: let the earrings be bold & metallic, choose deep red focals, when you’re going for crystals, go all the way, and welcome back the brooch!

Jewelry trends are taking a vibrant turn this season, offering a myriad of exciting choices and inspiring motifs. Earrings take center stage with bold metallic designs that catch the eye and add a touch of contemporary flair to any look. If you're after a focal point for your beadwork, large and vibrant deep red cabochons, stones and crystals are the way to go. For those who love the sparkle of crystals, now is the time to fully embrace it. Incorporate crystals into your jewelry in abundance, making the crystal-studded jewelry the central element of the outfit. And let's not forget the not quite expected return of the brooch – a versatile accessory that's back in vogue – this fall, add it nonchalantly to a plain knitted top, a turtleneck, on your hat, or use it instead of a pendant.

• See our selection of red ELITE Eureka Crystal stones & beads
• See our selection of red Krakovski stones
• See our selection of red Preciosa beads & stones
• Browse flat back crystals
• Make this bead embroidered white and navy blue brooch
• Make this shamrock pin

On the one hand, these trends are nothing new — exactly what you might wear to look classy in the fall, but on the other, there's some great space for self-expression and experimentation, especially with beads! Fashion is an individual thing, and a matter of preferences; still, the current trends are a wonderful source of inspiration and a good place to start designing your beaded pieces or choose the colors for your upcoming design!

As for us, we love fall, and we can’t wait to celebrate these upcoming trends! Celebrate fall and the quickly approaching Halloween season in our Fall Festival! See what fun and autumn-themed treats (and tricks) we've prepared!