8 accessories that are in this summer and 5 that are out, according to designers

Amena AhmedJun 11, 2024, 00:03 IST

Statement pieces, like chunky belts and bangles, are back this summer. Edward Berthelot/Getty Images; Fabio mazzarotto/Shutterstock

Business Insider asked three fashion designers which accessories are in and out for summer.
Large sunglasses, big hair accessories, and lightweight scarves will be huge trends.

Inflation finally seems to be steadily cooling down, so now is the perfect time to restock your wardrobe for the summer.

Luckily, Business Insider spoke with three fashion designers to find out which accessory trends are in and out for the season — so you don't have to waste your hard-earned cash on out-of-style pieces.

Here's what the experts said.

Large-framed sunglasses are becoming more popular.

You can swap out your micro sunglasses for larger frames. Gareth Abraham/Shutterstock

Statement hair accessories are all the rage.

Bows are especially big right now. T.Den_Team/Shutterstock

Chunky bangles are a stylish blast from the past.

Stacking chunky bangles makes a statement. Fabio mazzarotto/Shutterstock

Italian charm bracelets are a fun way to personalize any outfit.

You can switch out charms to go with different outfits and styles. Joi-Marie McKenzie

Military-surplus accessories add a unique touch to any ensemble.

Canvas backpacks are practical and trendy. Andrii Nekrasov/Shutterstock

Lightweight scarves are a nice way to elevate outfits in the summer.

Silk and satin materials are cool for the summer. Creative Lab/Shutterstock

Y2K-inspired bags are still on the rise.

Smaller bags with fun details, like braided textures, fit the trend. Edward Berthelot/Getty Images

Funky belts are a great addition to a simple getup.

The Western aesthetic is big right now. Edward Berthelot/Getty Images

On the other hand, chunky earrings won’t be as big.

Maximalist jewelry isn't in this season. Fabio mazzarotto/Shutterstock

Chokers with large flowers quickly rose to fame, but the trend is dying out.

Ditch the big flowers around your neck for now. Jeremy Moeller/Getty Images

Micro purses are cute, but their impracticality is causing them to die out.

Tiny bags aren't practical for nearly any activity.Creative Lab/Shutterstock

Street-wear side bags aren’t super trendy anymore.

Any bag you'd wear on a hike should stay on the trails. Lisa5201/Getty Images

Mohair hats are way too warm for summertime in most places.

Lighter materials, like canvas, are better for the warmer months. SeventyFour/Shutterstock

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