A Better Version of the Tin Cup Necklace Trend: Handmade, Unique, and Perfect for Holiday Gifting
As the holidays draw near, jewelry trends are taking a graceful turn back toward the timeless and the meaningful. Move over statement chokers and oversized chains—delicate elegance is back. Enter the Pearl Waves Necklace, an updated version of the Tin Cup necklace, a timeless jewelry trend that’s quietly stealing the spotlight again. But this time, it’s all about a handmade twist.
I'm not usually one who follows trends, but sometimes I find that the pieces I'm making are similar in style to some of the talked about popular looks for the season. There's a current trend for the old classic, Tin Cup style necklace. My new Pearl Waves Necklace is not your typical, generic style, but something beautifully organic and unique.
What Is a Tin Cup Necklace, Anyway?
The Tin Cup necklace—named after the 1996 movie starring Renée Russo—features evenly spaced pearls or beads along a slender chain.
Why Handmade Makes It Special
Mass-produced jewelry can never replicate the small, meaningful imperfections that give a handmade piece its charm. Each handmade Pearl Waves Necklace is made one at a time, by hand. Every wave shape is unique, every pearl is thoughtfully selected, every piece tells a story.
Choosing a handmade Pearl Waves Necklace in place of the Tin Cup necklace means you’re gifting (or wearing) something truly one of a kind—no two will ever be identical. It’s a quiet luxury that aligns perfectly with the growing “slow fashion” movement: beauty made with intention.
The Perfect Holiday Gift
With the holidays around the corner, our new Pearl Waves Necklace checks all the boxes for a thoughtful gift:
It’s simple, romantic, and endlessly versatile. The unique wavy lines make this new necklace style simple, romantic, and endlessly versatile. It feels light and modern, with each hand-selected freshwater pearl floating effortlessly against the skin.
Timeless appeal: Elegant enough for special occasions, subtle enough for everyday wear.
Personal touch: Handcrafted pieces show care and intention.
Easy to style: Layer it with other necklaces, your favorite strand of pearls or wear it solo for understated grace.
If you’re looking for something that feels both modern and sentimental, this handmade necklace is the kind of gift that becomes a keepsake—something a loved one will treasure long after the decorations come down.