The bangle is the season's must-have accessory. Here's a guide to the most popular shapes and styles.
Enamel bangles
Bangles made from enamel are collector's items due to their durability and flair. Often colourful and patterned, they make great layering pieces with other bangles and bracelets. Look for iconic pieces from labels such as Hermes or Austrian brand Frey Wille. Stack bangles in several sizes and colours on your arms for a bold look. While they're usually set in yellow or white gold, or silver, the gold option is the best investment.
Geometric bangles
For something more cutting-edge, choose an angular bangle. Architect Frank Gehry created a line of sleek jewellery for Tiffany & Co using materials such as sterling silver, agate and wood. Standouts include the Torque twisted square bangle in slim or wide sizes. The wide size comes in wood, agate or sterling silver, while the slim style comes in sterling silver, rose gold, black gold or white gold set with brilliant-cut diamonds.
If you're in the market for luxury, check out jewellery designer Mimi So's 3-D 'Piece' bangle crafted from 18-carat oxidised white gold paved with diamonds (HK$301,500).