Several jewelry brands have announced new collections and seasonal residencies for August 2026, featuring designs from David Webb, Francesca Villa, John Hardy, Jenny Bird, and Spinelli Kilcollin.
Key facts
- •David Webb’s Hamptons residency at The Maidstone Hotel runs from August 1 to September 7, 2026.
- •Francesca Villa’s “Ricordi” collection features hand-painted landscapes preserved under faceted rock crystal.
- •John Hardy’s updated gemstone collections incorporate materials including topaz, tanzanite, and chrysoprase.
- •Jenny Bird’s “Swirls” collection is inspired by the spiral shape of a Swiss roll and Milanese style.
- •Spinelli Kilcollin’s “Wren” collection includes the brand’s first drop-charm ear cuff.
- •Tennis player Iva Jovic has joined the Gorjana Sports Club to represent the brand during the US Open.
August 2026 brings a wave of new jewelry launches and brand initiatives across the industry. From David Webb’s Hamptons residency to new collections from Francesca Villa, John Hardy, Jenny Bird, and Spinelli Kilcollin, designers are focusing on themes of travel, color, and sculptural form. Additionally, Gorjana has expanded its sports-focused community by partnering with tennis player Iva Jovic.
Residencies and Travel-Inspired Collections
David Webb has returned to the Hamptons for a second summer, opening an immersive salon at LDV at The Maidstone Hotel from August 1 to September 7. Designed with Ken Fulk, the space features handcrafted jewelry in materials like white enamel, turquoise, and coral. Meanwhile, Francesca Villa has launched the “Ricordi” collection, which uses hand-carved landscapes under rock crystal to depict meaningful destinations. The collection includes exclusive designs for retailers inspired by Capri, Saint-Tropez, and Mykonos.
New Designs from John Hardy and Jenny Bird
John Hardy is expanding its “Icon Gemstone” and “Heishi Gemstone” lines under creative director Reed Krakoff. The new pieces feature stones such as tanzanite, fire opal, and smoky quartz, blending the brand’s artisanal heritage with a colorful, layered aesthetic. Jenny Bird has introduced its pre-fall 2026 “Swirls” collection, which emphasizes oversized silhouettes and spiral shapes. The collection, which includes the Renzo Earrings and Nico Collar, draws inspiration from the brand’s “New Nonna” aesthetic.
Spinelli Kilcollin and Gorjana Updates
Spinelli Kilcollin’s new “Wren” collection reinterprets the marquise diamond through kinetic, drop-charm designs. The line features pieces like the Pia Marquise and the Circe Marquise Ear Cuff, focusing on modularity and movement. In the sports sector, Gorjana has named tennis player Iva Jovic as the newest face of its Gorjana Sports Club, a community initiative supporting emerging female athletes.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Elle.
