Quick answer: Art Deco jewelry is the bold style of the 1920s and 1930s. It has straight lines, sharp shapes, strong color and lots of sparkle. It is back in 2026 because glam is back. Our new 1920 Art Deco collection brings that look to rings, earrings, necklaces, a cord bracelet and a phone charm.
Glam is back. Big earrings are back. One bold ring is back. And the decade everyone keeps looking to is the 1920s. Here is the story of Art Deco jewelry, why it feels so new right now and how to wear it from coffee to New Year's Eve.
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What Is Art Deco Jewelry?
Art Deco is a design style from the 1920s and 1930s. The name comes from a big design fair held in Paris in 1925. You can see the style in buildings, posters, furniture and jewelry.
Art Deco jewelry is all about shape. Here is what to look for:
- Geometry. Straight lines, steps, fans and long bars.
- Contrast. Black next to green. Black next to blue. Dark next to bright.
- Enamel and stones. Jewelers of the time loved onyx, jade and colored enamel.
- Sparkle. Tiny stones set close together. This is called pavé.
- Balance. Both sides often match, like a mirror.
Before Art Deco, jewelry was soft and curvy, with bows and flowers. Art Deco changed that. It looked clean, fast and modern.
The Inspo: What Was the 1920s Jewelry Style?
The 1920s are called the Roaring Twenties and the Jazz Age. Cities were growing. Music was loud. People danced all night.
In New York, the Chrysler Building was finished in 1930. Look at its top. You will see steps, sunbursts and shiny points. That is Art Deco in a building.
In 1925, F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote The Great Gatsby. It is a story about big parties, fast cars and bright lights. Today, when people search for Great Gatsby jewelry or roaring 20s jewelry, they mean this look.
Fashion changed too. Women cut their hair short. Long earrings showed more. Dresses got lighter and arms were bare. So women wore bracelets, often more than one. Long necklaces swung while they danced. One big cocktail ring said hello across the room.
The First It Girl Was a 1920s Girl
Here is a fun fact. The phrase "It girl" comes from the 1920s. In 1927, actress Clara Bow starred in a movie called It. After that, she was known as the It Girl. In one famous scene, her character turns her work dress into a little black dress for a night out at the Ritz.
So when we talk about it girl jewelry today, we are really talking about 1920s glam.
Why Art Deco Jewelry Is In This Season
For a few years, jewelry was tiny and quiet. Thin chains. Small studs. That is changing.
- Vogue says a new group of designers is bringing back Art Deco. They point to drop earrings and pendant necklaces worn as part of everyday style.
- ELLE says statement earrings are bigger than ever for fall 2026. It says designers are turning to maximalism after seasons of minimal, quiet jewelry.
- Vogue's fall 2026 accessories list says the oversized statement earring is back. It calls them "everyday extravagance."
- Glamour says "maximalism is so back." It also says a simple cord with a pendant gives outfits "a certain It girl air."
- Town & Country covered a new Art Deco jewelry chapter shown with a spring 2026 collection.
The takeaway is simple. Glam is in. Bold shapes are in. And Art Deco is the most classic way to wear both.
Meet 1920, Our Art Deco Collection
Our founder Fanny has loved this era for a long time. In her words: "I've always loved Art Deco jewelry. The bold geometry, the rich colors, the unapologetic glamour."
1920 has our first rings and our first earrings. Each piece has enamel and moissanite pavé set by hand. Moissanite is meant to invite a clear mind.
Gigi Ring in green, $145. Our Art Deco cocktail ring. Green and black enamel in sharp lines. Dipped in gold. Sizes 6, 7 and 7.75.
Gigi Ring in blue, $145. The same ring with a cooler edge. Blue and black enamel. Dipped in silver. Wear both for a pair.
Elsa Earrings, $195. Long Art Deco drops in green and black enamel. They move when you move. Soft clips, so no piercing needed. Dipped in gold.
Nina Everyday Necklace, $145. A small green and black pendant at the collarbone. Light enough for every day. Dipped in gold.
Joséphine Long Necklace, $245. Made for late nights. A big Art Deco pendant on a long chain that swings when you walk, just like the 1920s. Dipped in gold.
Lou Cord Bracelet, $255. The little black dress of bracelets. Soft black cord with a long Art Deco bar in black and green. Dipped in gold.
Colette Phone Charm, $250. MyAleph began with phone charms, so 1920 has one too. Faceted emerald quartz beads on a deep purple cord with a black enamel Art Deco charm. Emerald quartz is meant to invite luck. New to phone charms? Read what is a phone charm.
How to Wear Art Deco Jewelry
You do not need a flapper dress or a feather headband. The modern way is simple: easy clothes plus one bold piece. Fanny puts it best: "A cocktail ring with casually rolled up sleeves. Long earrings with an open white shirt."
By Day
- Nina with an open white shirt. You see a little green and a little sparkle.
- Gigi with rolled sleeves, jeans and a tee.
- Lou on a bare wrist, or stacked with the bracelets you already love.
By Night
- Joséphine over a black dress or a soft sweater.
- Elsa with your hair tucked back. Let the earrings do the talking.
- Gigi in green and Gigi in blue on the same hand.
How to Stack and Layer Art Deco Jewelry
- Necklaces: Wear Nina and Joséphine together. One short, one long. Same green, two lengths. See more ideas in our guide to types of necklaces.
- Rings: Pick one hand for the cocktail ring. Keep the other hand quiet. Want more? Read what is a cocktail ring.
- Bracelets: In the 1920s, women stacked bracelets on bare arms. Pair Lou with a thin chain or a beaded bracelet. See types of bracelets.
- Mixing metals: Gold and silver can sit together. Try Gigi in green next to Gigi in blue.
Holiday Parties and New Year's Eve
This is Art Deco's time to shine. Holiday party jewelry should catch the light, and these pieces do.
- Office party: Elsa plus a black turtleneck. Nothing else needed.
- Cocktail party: Gigi plus a velvet or satin dress.
- New Year's Eve: Joséphine and Nina layered, Elsa on, Gigi on one hand. This is the one night to wear it all.
- Holiday photos: Colette on your phone, so your glam shows up in every mirror selfie.
Green and black also feel right for winter. They look rich next to velvet, cream and deep red.
Art Deco Jewelry as a Gift
1920 is easy to give. Gigi and Nina are $145 each. Elsa is $195. For someone who loves old movies, vintage style or a big night out, an Art Deco piece feels special. For delivery details, see our shipping policy.
FAQ: Art Deco Jewelry
What is Art Deco jewelry? It is jewelry in the Art Deco style of the 1920s and 1930s. It has bold geometric shapes, strong color contrast and sparkle.
What era is Art Deco jewelry? The Art Deco era ran from the 1920s into the 1930s. Its name comes from a 1925 design fair in Paris.
What does Art Deco jewelry look like? Look for straight lines, steps, fans and long bars. Colors are often black with green or blue. Small sparkly stones are set close together.
What makes a ring Art Deco? A geometric shape, strong lines and color contrast. Many Art Deco rings are cocktail rings, made to be seen. Our Gigi Ring has sharp enamel lines and moissanite pavé.
What jewelry was popular in the 1920s? Long necklaces, long drop earrings, stacked bracelets and big cocktail rings. Short hair and bare arms made earrings and bracelets stand out.
Is Art Deco jewelry in style in 2026? Yes. Vogue says designers are bringing it back. ELLE says statement earrings are bigger than ever for fall 2026.
How do you wear Art Deco jewelry without looking like a costume? Wear one or two bold pieces with simple clothes. A white shirt, jeans, a black dress or a soft sweater all work.
What is Great Gatsby jewelry? It means jewelry inspired by the 1920s, the time of The Great Gatsby. Think long necklaces, drop earrings and cocktail rings.
Are the Elsa earrings clip on? Yes. They have soft clips, so you do not need pierced ears.
What is the 1920 jewelry dipped in? Most pieces are dipped in gold. The blue Gigi Ring is dipped in silver.
Find Your 1920 Piece
A little glamour should not wait for a special night. Pick one bold piece and wear it with what you already own.