While the gowns shimmered and the tailoring stunned, it was the high-octane jewelry that stole the spotlight at the 2025 Met Gala. This year’s theme may have called for vintage opulence, but the A-list attendees redefined extravagance with dazzling displays of diamonds, emeralds, rubies, and pearls—each piece more sculptural and story-driven than the last.
Here’s Voir’s breakdown of the boldest, brightest, and most breathtaking jewellery trends of the night:
- Statement Collars and Multi-Layered Necklines
If one diamond necklace wasn’t enough, more was more on this year’s red carpet. From Kendall Jenner’s graduated diamond strands to Gabrielle Union’s waterfall ruby and diamond collar, layering took on a royal level of precision and decadence.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas epitomized the modern-day queen in Bvlgari’s Polychroma High Jewelry necklace, crowned with an emerald the size of a plum. Styled with a slick off-the-shoulder gown, it proved you only need one piece when it’s that powerful.
Meanwhile, Diljit Dosanjh made history and headlines as one of the few men to embrace full-throttle fine jewelry. Wearing a stacked choker of diamonds paired with an elongated sapphire pendant, his look redefined masculine luxury—blending cultural elegance with contemporary boldness. His icy accessories, worn over an intricately embroidered sherwani-style jacket, cemented him as one of the night’s most stylish icons.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas epitomized the modern-day queen in Bvlgari’s Polychroma High Jewelry necklace, crowned with an emerald the size of a plum. Styled with a slick off-the-shoulder gown, it proved you only need one piece when it’s that powerful.
- Vintage Brooches & Victorian Glam
Brooches are back—and not just one. Sarah Snook leaned into the archival glam of the night with a cascade of brooches pinned to a velvet tuxedo, each one glinting with rubies, garnets, and diamonds. Whether as a nod to aristocratic heritage or red carpet rebellion, this old-school staple was reimagined with bold, couture flair.
- Red Reign: Rubies Take Center Stage
Forget diamonds—rubies ruled the 2025 Met Gala. Gabrielle Union’s ruby bib necklace stunned with its teardrop centerpiece, and the crimson tones perfectly mirrored the accents on Teyana Taylor’s pinstriped ensemble, which featured ornate red-and-black bejeweled brooches. Rubies brought warmth, contrast, and an irresistible richness to the cooler tones of silver and platinum that dominated the night.
- Celestial-Inspired Ear and Hair Jewelry
Ears and hairlines became canvases for art this year. Serena Williams captivated in wing-shaped diamond ear cuffs that matched her ethereal metallic gown and sculpted finger waves. Meanwhile, floating ear jewels and draped diamond strands added drama to slicked-back hairstyles, proving accessories can anchor a whole beauty look.
- Pearls Reimagined
Pearls received a futuristic reboot—think oversized, asymmetrical, and paired with bold gemstones. Seen on Isha Ambani, layers of pearls and diamonds intertwined into a regal stack that was equal parts traditional and high fashion. These weren’t your grandmother’s pearls; they were architectural statements in their own right.
- Rings & Nails: The Power Pair
Elaborate rings adorned every finger—sometimes paired with bejeweled nails that mimicked the stones. Nicole Scherzinger and Jodie Turner-Smith rocked almond-shaped manicures with hints of shimmer, letting their stacked diamond rings do the rest of the talking.
The Verdict: Ultra-Luxe is the Moment
From maximalist necklaces to couture-level brooch styling, the 2025 Met Gala proved that jewelry is no longer a finishing touch—it’s the centerpiece. Whether vintage heirloom or modern masterpiece, each piece offered a story, a moment, and a claim to red carpet immortality.
Expect to see these trends echo throughout 2025’s runways, campaigns, and red carpets. For now, we’re still picking our jaws off the Met steps.
