2025 is fast becoming the year of vintage, with the popularity of vintage accessories on the rise. These timeless accessories not only look great with vintage ensembles, but they also go beautifully with modern outfits.
Many people are also choosing to buy timeless pieces as a personal milestone, whether it’s an important birthday or to celebrate a major achievement. Of course, before you head to a thrift store and try picking something up, you should know what to look for. So here are some of the most popular vintage accessory trends for 2025.
Brooches & statement pins
Brooches are officially back, thanks to their vintage elegance and newfound popularity on runways and social media. Often worn on structured blazers, scarves, or handbags, they bring a personalized, heirloom-inspired flair to everyday looks.
Another aspect of their charm is that vintage brooches and pins offer a unique personality to many outfits. While they’re no longer needed as a functional garment, they’ve now risen to new heights as decorative accessories which highlight and express your personal style.
Vintage engagement rings
Vintage engagement rings have now become a leading choice for many couples, due to their authenticity, sustainability, and character. These beautiful pieces also have an incredibly rich history, with some being passed down across generations. Whether you’re interested in buying one for an engagement or purely as a statement accessory, they’re truly a sight to behold.
They’re also ideal from an environmental point of view. Modern rings, gemstones, and precious metals use a lot of water and energy, effectively preventing new rings from being sustainable. Alternatively, vintage pieces don’t require any new resources and are still incredibly durable.
Sculptural gold chokers & 1970s Boho
Bold chokers and bohemian pieces from the 1970s are on trend this year. From turquoise pendants to hammered gold collars, there are many pieces from the 70s that pair well with modern boho styles.
By choosing to invest in these pieces yourself, you can elevate your outfits with authenticity, retro texture, and undeniable flair. No matter the occasion, with the right accessories, you’re sure to draw everyone’s eye.
Studded bags & disk belts
Something else making a return this year is Y2K-inspired fashion. Driven by Gen Z’s nostalgic tastes, everything from studded shoulder bags to circular disk belts are making a return.
While these pieces were once polarizing, in their current setting, they’ve been reimagined as playful and ironic. In other words, they’re an excellent choice for deliberate outfits, thanks to their boldness and individuality. Even Kylie Jenner’s been spotted wearing studs in a recent Instagram post, marking the trend as something everyone should keep an eye on.