-New Urban STYLE FILE- MAKE YOUR STATEMENT: How to Wear Statement Bracelets To Liven Up Your Wardrobe This Spring

The origin of charm bracelets dates as far back as 600-400 BC. The accessory achieved popularity amongst the wealthy classes of modern European civilization during the Victorian era. Ever popular today, charm bracelets remain a classic style accessory as evidenced by the near-instant global sell-out of this Charm Bracelet (€395) from Oscar de La Renta (direct product inquiries & availability questions to oscardelarenta.com)

Accessories reports for the coming spring will be full of fringe, endless layer necklaces and one-eared jewelry for the daring, but where are the ultra stylish, but more subdued trends that work for a 40+ wardrobe closet?   Well, one of the great standouts in spring accessories for 2019 are statement bracelets- and they will make their way into stores in a variety of metals, textures, and shapes to pair with outfits you can wear from morning until the evening.  From a busy office day to a night out on the town, the easiest way to achieve your chicest look with this hot jewelry trend? Pair your statement bracelet with understated separates in black, white, neutral, or monochromatic outfits for age-appropriate and timeless appeal. See our NUY 40+ Edit below of some of the statement pieces we're loving right now. As always, to shop, just click on the product description or retailer name below each photo:

A fresh, maritime-inspired interpretation of the charm statement bracelet, complete with seashells and faux pearls: this MULTI SHELL CHARMS ARMBAND by LIARS & LOVERS (€17) is available via zalando.com

Bendable bracelets are very versatile as they can be worn in a variety of ways from day to night.  From around the wrist, to over a sleeve for an ultra-sophisticated day look, they can also be worn as an upper arm cuff at night for sleeveless and strapless looks.  Animals and insects are timeless motifs for jewelry and this season St. Laurent 's hottest bracelet from the Spring 2019 runway is the bendable SMOKING SNAKE BRACELET IN BRASS AND CRYSTALS (€ 2,600), available at ysl.com. For a statement piece that packs glittering vintage glamour at a more modest price,  GLAMOUR GIRLZ offers this striking, alligator-shaped  DIAMANTE CRYSTAL CUFF BANGLE BRACELET (€21) through amazon.de.

Modern, architectural, yet refined, this GOLDEN GLAMOUR ARMREIF (€14,95)  from BIJOU BRIGITTE pairs perfectly with a monochromatic outfit for easy elegance, or a simple tailored shirt & jeans for a more casual affair.

Black & white clothing separates are always a winner in German closets. Liven up your next B&W ensemble with this whimsical piece centered by a Swarovski encrusted bee.  Inspired by the KIKA cartoon for children, this MAJA Bienenarmbändchen Swarovski weiss (€145) designed from Marjana von Berlepsch adds just enough luxe to its design to make it perfect for grown-ups and is available via azzessori.com.

A chic and earthy mix of natural elements: WOODEN CIRCLE ARMREIF (€9,95) available from BIJOU BRIGITTE.

Minimalist in design concept, but it stands out strikingly on the wrist and cancomplementt a wide variety of wardrobe styles: ARMREIF "ICH BIN FLEXIBEL" (€120), by SILBERMOOS, available via silbermoos.de.

The 1970s are showing up throughout 2019 in a big way for fashion, and it won't be restricted to clothes: accessories will also recall sleek and sexy nights at the disco from New York to Paris. Have a little retro fun for your next night on the dance floor with this glitzy bangle from  BON PRIX,  BPC Armspange mit Glitzersteinen (€15).