Season of romance: Valentine’s Day jewelry

Trending jewelry in January 2026? Bold, chunky, sculptural pieces such as statement necklaces, large bangle bracelets, thick rings and textured metal cuffs.
Trending jewelry in February 2026? Diamonds and hearts – it’s Valentine’s season, after all.
Three jewelry retailers with strikingly different inventories at Irvine Spectrum Center offer distinctive takes on those themes.
Gorjana – known for “easy-to-wear, easy-to-love” gold jewelry – unveils “Love Games,” its Valentine’s Day gift guide. The airy store’s top sellers include the 18-karat gold-plated Amour bracelet and necklace featuring delicate hearts, the birthstone heart bracelet and the 14-karat solid-gold diamond pavé mini heart necklace.
Among Caitlyn Minimalist’s dainty and timeless creations, its Pearl Heart Beaded Drop Studs, offered in 18-karat gold or sterling silver, present a mother-of-pearl heart, beaded detailing and suspended teardrop-shaped pearl. The Puff Heart Charm Huggies hoop earrings dangle and sway with every move, radiating playfulness and romance.
“Every kiss begins with Kay” is the motto at Kay Jewelers. Most requested now: solitaires, single diamonds in single bands in a variety of styles. More unusual: the Le Vian diamond heart necklace; its trademarked Rich Chocolate Diamonds and Nude Diamonds are set in 14-karat strawberry gold and black rhodium.