Summer holidays are supposed to be carefree. But if you're like most people, you're also worried about ruining your favorite jewelry—salt water, sand, chlorine, constant movement. It's enough to make you leave everything at home. Don't do that. You just need to pick the right pieces.
The golden rule for holiday jewelry is simple: it has to be waterproof and it has to stay put. That rules out anything that tarnishes, anything delicate that tangles, and anything that slips off the moment you dive into the ocean. What you actually need is 316L stainless steel—the same material used in surgical implants because it genuinely doesn't corrode. It's also lightweight enough that you forget you're wearing it.
Body chains are the hero piece of summer, honestly. They work whether you're in a swimsuit, a sundress, or bare skin. A Layered Pearl Anklet gives you that effortless elegance without being fussy—it sits right on your ankle where it belongs and doesn't tangle with anything. You can wade into the sea without a second thought.
If you're someone who loves wearing jewelry on multiple parts of your body at once, that's actually perfect for summer. Layering pieces means nothing gets lost or forgotten because you're wearing it all. A delicate belly chain paired with a bracelet and anklet looks intentional and beautiful, not overdone. Browse our full shop all body jewelry to mix and match pieces that speak to you.
Personal touches matter more on holiday than anywhere else. That's when you're really living in the moment, taking photos, feeling like yourself. A Birth Flower Charm Necklace with your birth month feels like wearing something that's actually yours—not just another piece of jewelry. It's a small thing that makes the whole experience feel more real.
Head chains and shoulder pieces are having a moment, and for good reason. They're visible without being loud, they work over sunscreen and sunburn, and they add something unexpected to your summer look. A Bridal Shoulder Chain isn't just for weddings—drape it across bare shoulders on holiday and you've got something genuinely special. It photographs well too, which matters on those golden-hour beach days.
The thing about wearing handmade pieces is that you know where they come from. Every piece is made by El and Gio in their Portuguese studio, no factories, no shortcuts. That means when you're wearing it on holiday, you're literally wearing something someone cared about enough to make by hand. It changes how it feels to own it.
So pack your body jewelry. Don't leave it behind. Pick pieces that are waterproof, lightweight, and actually mean something to you. Your summer holiday will be better for it—and your jewelry will still look perfect when you get home.