The 2000s Toe Ring Trend is Back and More Luxurious Than Ever

I’ll whisper this—to avoid any side-eye—but it’s time to invest in your feet. And no, I don’t just mean treating yourself to a sleek summer pedicure. I’m talking silver, gold, and maybe even a diamond or two if you’re ready to fully embrace the most luxurious trend of the moment: the toe ring. Yes, really. And before you dismiss it, allow me to make my case.

At first, it started subtly. Burberry sent models down its Spring/Summer 2022 runway with toe rings stacked against minimalist sandals. Then Rihanna stepped out in a rumoured £450,000 pear-shaped toe ring ahead of the 2023 Met Gala—cue the “shine bright like a diamond” jokes—and model Carla Bruni wore not one, but three silver toe rings to the 80th Venice Film Festival.

A little while later, Rabanne followed suit for its Spring/Summer 2024 runway, with gold-tone rings accentuating metallic-embellished sandals. Meanwhile, Miu Miu took a more playful approach, wrapping models’ toes in vibrant plasters. All signs pointed to a subtle shift: we’re back to celebrating our feet. Yes, your 2001 self would be thrilled.

But what began quietly is now gathering momentum. Look down at your chicest friend’s sandals and you might spot the newest addition to their jewellery rotation.

Leandra Medine Cohen recently unveiled a diamond toe ring to her 1.2 million followers—proof that no expense is spared in this trend. Livia Nunes Marques can be spotted styling several silver rings on her equally vast Instagram account. And artist Bad Bunny is sporting multiple sparkling toe rings on the cover art for his new single Alambre Púa. The toe ring trend is non-binary, after all.

Yet despite its rise among fashion’s coolest names, sourcing a truly chic toe ring isn’t as simple as it sounds—sleek, modern designs remain few and far between.

Spanish jewellery label Simuero is leading the charge on social media, with sculptural silver rings stylish enough to tempt even the most foot-averse—just take a look at the opening images. Isa Grutman offers more delicate 14k gold designs, while some devotees are reportedly repurposing a number of brands striking ring designs, styling them on toes rather than fingers.

Rocío Gallardo, co-founder of Simuero, says the brand has seen huge success with its toe ring styles. "You never really know how something will land on Instagram, but the toe rings went wild," she shares. "It’s been amazing—we sold out on the day of the launch, and our workshop has been working at full speed ever since, so everyone can get theirs in time for summer. It’s been a beautiful surprise."

The appeal? "They're timeless!" Gallardo adds. "Across different civilisations, toe rings have symbolised many things, even marital status, and I think as humans we have a way of reconnecting with certain objects. Maybe this generation is tapping into memories—at least in Spain, a lot of us wore those cheap toe rings we bought from beachside hippie stalls when we were ten years old, just before eating an ice cream. It’s nostalgic and playful, but now with a grown-up twist."

If the OG toe ring trend isn't quite your style but you still want to lean into the look, you can step into the growing jewellery sandal trend for an equally as chic solution. Otherwise, Simuero and Isa Grutman are the two toe brands to invest in until the luxury labels take hold on the trend en masse. Watch this space.

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