The anklet is the unsung hero of summer styling. It's the finishing touch that makes a sundress and sandals moment feel intentional, and the easiest way to add a little sparkle below the waist. If you're wondering how to wear anklets so they look chic rather than dated, here's everything you need.
How should an anklet fit?
Fit is the difference between "effortless" and "uncomfortable." A well fitting anklet should:
- Sit comfortably around the ankle bone with a little movement , not tight, not falling off.
- Allow about one finger of space between the chain and your skin, so it drapes naturally as you walk.
- Have an adjustable extender if you can, so you can dial in the fit and wear it higher or lower.
Too tight and it digs in; too loose and it slides under your foot. The gentle drape is the goal.
Browse fits and styles in the anklets collection.
Which ankle do you wear an anklet on?
The honest answer: whichever you like. There's no fashion rule here. Many people wear an anklet on whichever side feels most comfortable or simply looks best with their shoes. If you wear one on each ankle, keep them coordinated (same metal, similar weight) so the look feels deliberate rather than accidental.
How to style anklets
The anklet is a team player , here's how to make it look polished:
Keep the metal consistent. Match your anklet to your other jewelry , gold with gold, silver with silver , for a put together look. (All gold? Browse anklets; prefer cooler tones? See silver.)
Pair it with the right shoes. Anklets shine with sandals, heels, flats, and bare feet at the beach. Skip them with chunky boots or anything that hides the ankle.
Mix dainty and bold. A fine chain reads delicate and everyday; a beaded or charm anklet makes more of a statement.
Coordinate, don't overdo. Let the anklet be a supporting player , a simple bracelet stack and small earrings keep the focus balanced.
How to layer anklets
Anklet stacking is having a real moment, and the rules are the same as necklace layering:
- Vary the lengths , one snug at the ankle, one slightly looser below it.
- Mix textures , pair a plain chain with a beaded or charm style.
- Keep metals consistent for a cohesive stack (unless mixed metals is the look you want).
- Two to three is plenty , enough to look styled, not cluttered.
What does an anklet mean?
Anklets have been worn for thousands of years across many cultures , as symbols of femininity, beauty, marital status, and even good fortune, depending on the tradition. Today, for most wearers, an anklet is simply a fun, flirty, fashion forward accessory with no fixed meaning , wear it because you love how it looks. Like any jewelry, its meaning is mostly what you bring to it.
When to wear anklets
Anklets are made for warm weather styling:
- Beach & vacation , the classic. Pair with a hand chain for a full summer jewelry look.
- Sundresses & shorts , the perfect finishing touch with sandals.
- Festivals , layered and stacked, with beads and charms.
- Everyday in summer , a dainty chain that peeks out as you walk.
Choosing an anklet that survives summer
Here's the catch with anklets: they go everywhere your feet go , sand, ocean, pool, sweat. Cheap anklets tarnish and discolor in days. Evry's anklets are made from waterproof, anti tarnish materials, so they keep their shine through sand, surf, and sunscreen all season long. That's the whole idea , jewelry you never have to take off. See more in Waterproof Jewelry: Made to Last.
Frequently asked questions
How do you wear an anklet? Fasten it around your ankle bone with about a finger's width of space so it drapes naturally, match the metal to your other jewelry, and pair it with sandals, heels, or bare feet. Use an adjustable style for the best fit.
Which ankle should you wear an anklet on? Either , there's no rule. Wear it on whichever side feels most comfortable or looks best with your outfit. If you wear two, keep them coordinated.
How should an anklet fit? Comfortably around the ankle with roughly one finger of space between the chain and your skin , loose enough to drape and move, snug enough that it doesn't slide under your foot.
What does wearing an anklet mean? Historically anklets symbolized femininity, beauty, and status in various cultures. Today they're mostly worn as a fun, flattering fashion accessory with no fixed meaning.
Can you wear anklets in water? With waterproof, anti tarnish anklets, yes , they're made for the beach and pool. Avoid low quality metals, which tarnish quickly in salt water and chlorine.
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