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She Sells Sea Shells... There Everywhere!

Writer: See.Snag.Style
See.Snag.Style
May 5
9 min read

Updated: May 8

The ocean-inspired accessories edit that blurs the line between bag and jewelry — from $6.99 to $5,700.


It started with Chanel. Matthieu Blazy's first-ever Coco Beach collection just arrived in boutiques this May and it is, quite simply, a love letter to the sea. Shell lace, nautical costume jewelry, sea-inspired charms — starfish, shells, seahorses, and faux pearls adorning everything from crochet flap bags to mesh mules with coral bead details. The result is pieces that feel ready for long lunches, late swims, and everything in between. It is breathtaking. It is also, as with all things Chanel, almost impossible to get your hands on.


So we did what we do best. We went on a hunt for fun pieces to satisfy the itch. From a $5,700 Chloé runway shell sculpted in blush plexiglass to a $6.99 H&M starfish stud, we found ocean-inspired accessories that capture a bit of that Coco Beach energy — without requiring a boutique appointment or a waitlist. Welcome to the deep end. 🐚



THE SHOWSTOPPERS


1.

CHLOÉ SEA TREASURES SHELL MINAUDIÈRE IN PLEXIGLASS — $5,700


Straight from the Chloé Summer 2026 runway by Chemena Kamali. A nautilus shell sculpted in blush pink plexiglass on a gold snake chain — and honestly? I'd argue it's just as special as anything Blazy sent down the runway, maybe more timeless. This is the piece you buy once and keep forever. The kind of bag that lives in a vitrine when you're not wearing it and on your arm when you are. Wearable art. Full stop.


Shop → Chloé



2.

JUDITH LEIBER SLIM SLIDE SHELL BEACHCOMBER — $2,495

Judith Leiber takes the shell and covers it in hand-painted watercolor crystals — every single one placed by hand. The result is a clutch that looks like it was pulled from the ocean floor and sprinkled with stardust. This is not a stuffy occasion bag. It's young, it's fun, it goes with a sequin dress or your favorite jeans. A forever piece you'll reach for constantly and never regret.


Shop → Judith Leiber



3.

JUDITH LEIBER ORIGAMI FAN SCALLOP GOLD — $1,995


If the Beachcomber is the romantic one, the Origami Fan Scallop is the showoff — and we mean that as the highest compliment. Every ridge of the scallop rendered in natural metallic golden crystals, with that extraordinary sculptural clasp at the top that gives it so much character. Another forever piece. Another addition to the collection you didn't know you needed. Absolutely iconic.


Shop → Judith Leiber




4.

VIN. FISHY TOP HANDLE BAG — $625


This bag is selling out everywhere and we completely understand why. A gold fish skeleton sculpted entirely in brass with a looped handle and hinged opening. It is the most conversation-starting bag on this entire list and the ultimate summer statement. Wear it to the beach. Wear it to dinner. Wear it to a summer wedding and everywhere in between and watch what happens.


Shop → FWRD




THE ELEVATED PICKS


5.

CELINE LES PERLES BAROQUE EARRINGS — $820


These are not new — and that is exactly the point. We have loved these earrings for several seasons now, which tells us everything we need to know about their staying power. The Triomphe logo in gold with an oversized baroque cultured pearl drop. Celine takes the most timeless earring in existence and makes it entirely their own. The scale, the weight, the way the pearl catches light. You will reach for these constantly. Worth every penny and then some.


Shop → Celine



6.

OSCAR DE LA RENTA MIXED SEASHELL CLIP-ON DROP EARRINGS — $590


Oscar de la Renta understands that the ocean is maximalist by nature. A hammered gold shell body studded with aquamarine and smoky topaz crystals, with a vivid red coral branch swinging from the bottom — the coral detail is giving pure Coco Beach and we are obsessed. These are the earrings you wear when you want people to know you mean business. All white dress. These earrings. Done.


Shop → Neiman Marcus



7.

OSCAR DE LA RENTA SEASHELL AND CORAL CLIP-ON EARRINGS — $590


The quieter Oscar — and quiet is relative. A textured gold shell set with diamonds, dropping into a sculptural white coral branch with an amber bead finish. Organic, deeply considered, and completely elegant. Similar vibe to the previous pair but for the more refined shopper. They go with everything, they're still incredibly fun, and they will absolutely collect compliments everywhere you wear them.


Shop → Neiman Marcus


8.

CHAN LUU ORRIS NECKLACE WHITE PEARL MIX — $590


A freshwater keshi pearl choker hung with articulated gold fish charms, layered against a lariat of labradorite and peridot. Chan Luu has always understood that jewelry should feel personal rather than precious and the Orris necklace is exactly that. Magical, nautical, unique and completely on trend for this summer. This is the statement piece that adds so much to any outfit you put it on. The kind of piece you never take off all summer.


Shop → Chan Luu



9.

CHLOÉ SEASHELL & PEARL DROP EARRINGS — $540


Chloé always does summer and seashells right and this summer is no different. One gold spiral shell atop a cascade of pearl clusters, the other a round shell stud dropping into its own pearl fringe. Asymmetric without being aggressive about it. These feel like something you found in a beautiful vintage shop — except they're brand new and they're Chloé. Wear them with everything. Truly everything.


Shop → Neiman Marcus



10.

SIMKHAI MARION ACRYLIC SHELL CLUTCH — $495


This is MY favorite piece on this entire list — and I made sure to order it before posting so it didn't sell out on me. A pearl white shell sculpted in acrylic on a gold snake chain. Understated, luminous, and completely unforgettable on the arm. This is jewelry in bag form. For the woman who wants something refined, unique, and completely unlike anything else in the room. Trust us. Just buy the bag.


Shop → Shopbop



11.

STAUD TIMMY CONVERTIBLE SHOULDER BAG — CONCH SHELL — $375


Staud's Timmy beaded bag is one of their most beloved styles for a reason — it's giving beaded Baguette energy for a fraction of the price. This summer version with its conch shell design is perfect. The detail is extraordinary, the color palette is stunning, and the convertible strap makes it genuinely wearable well beyond a special occasion. The fun one that also happens to be incredibly chic.


Shop → Staud



12.

ALÉMAIS CALYPSO PEARL FISH CHAIN EARRINGS — $270


The most delicate, feminine fish earring imaginable. A slender gold chain threader with sculpted fish fins and freshwater pearl details — the kind of earring that moves beautifully and catches light from across the room. So easy to wear and such a perfect first step into nautical jewelry for anyone who's been on the fence about the trend. The elevated version of the ocean earring — absolutely worth every penny.


Shop → Shopbop



13.


SIMON MILLER CARVED FISH MANGO WOOD CLUTCH — $275


A fish. Carved entirely from mango wood. With a braided leather strap and a tassel tail. Tell us this isn't the most fun bag you have ever seen! Simon Miller has built an entire world around the idea that bags should be fun, unexpected, and completely unforgettable — and this one is all three. This bag will stun and for that price point, how can you resist? Wear this with a simple linen dress on a summer night and we promise you will not stop smiling.




14.

MIGNONNE GAVIGAN JOSEFINA EARRINGS — $150 (sale from $250)


These are STUNNING. The fishbone earring reimagined as a full-on jewel — gold fishbone structure with colored gemstones dangling down in the most spectacular way. The Chanel vibes on these are strong and we are here for it. If you're looking for a bold statement piece, look no further. These are the earrings people will stop you for every single time. Currently 40% off. That feels almost too good to be true.


Shop → Shopbop



15.

NEST JEWELRY MOTHER OF PEARL SHELL EARRINGS — $150


Fun yet timeless. Understated yet bold. Simple yet elegant. I genuinely don't know how they do it. If you get one pair of earrings from this entire list, make it these — because you can wear them for years, with absolutely anything, and they will always look like you tried. Chic, stunning, and looking far more expensive than they are. These are the ones.


Shop → Neiman Marcus



16.


FRASIER STERLING X FOR LOVE & LEMONS NANTUCKET EARRINGS — $130


The second I saw these I thought of the Coco Beach earrings that just dropped. A gold spiral shell into a column of freshwater pearls on one ear, a single baroque pearl drop on the other. Mismatched and completely intentional. Delicate enough for a white dress, interesting enough to carry a simple outfit entirely on their own. This collab just gets summer dressing.


Shop → Revolve



17.

MAISON IREM ORB NECKLACE — $130


A real nautilus shell, gold-edged and suspended on a bronze bead chain. Maison Irem works with natural materials in a way that feels completely considered and this necklace is proof. The craftsmanship, the weight, the texture — it looks expensive because it is, in the best possible way. A truly beautiful piece.


Shop → Shopbop




18.

OLGA BERG INDI SHELL CLUTCH — $129


Olga Berg does occasion accessories better than almost anyone at this price point and this shell clutch is no exception. Pearlescent, sculptural, completely considered — it looks like it belongs on a much higher shelf. An absolute See.Snag.Style find.


Shop → Revolve



19.

LOGAN TAY GOLD SHELL CHOKER — $72 (sale from $120)


A double gold collar with real shell charms dangling from the front — turban shells, cones, spirals. The kind of choker that looks like it was custom-made by a very chic jeweler in a Greek island market. Currently 40% off and one of the most exciting picks on this list at any price. This one will sell out. You've been warned.


Shop → Shopbop



20.

ANTHROPOLOGIE POOLSIDE ANNA CONCH CLUTCH — $240.95 (sale from $345)


A sculptural wicker conch shell clutch with a chunky gold chain?!?! — it's the kind of piece that looks like it belongs in a high-end boutique in Positano. The fact that it's on sale makes it feel like finding treasure washed up on shore. An absolute must-have for any summer evening. Love this bag so much, its truly unique and the materials are incredibly high end. Definitely a must own.


Shop → Anthropologie



THE STEALS



21.


LOVERS AND FRIENDS SURI EARRINGS IN GOLD — $32


A pavé gold starfish dangling a real cowrie shell. Simple. Perfect. Joyful. The Suri earring is the one you throw on without thinking and feel completely pulled together because of. At $32 it is the easiest yes on this list.


Shop → Revolve



22.

ZARA BEADED SHELL CLUTCH — $129


Zara is having an absolute moment with ocean accessories right now and this beaded shell clutch is the crown jewel of their collection. Ecru beads, shell and pearl embellishment, magnetic button closure — it looks like it costs four times what it does. A genuine steal. Don't sleep on this one.


Shop → Zara



23.

ZARA PEARLESCENT EFFECT HANDBAG — $79.90


This is literally everything. The ivory pearl and shell embellished ring handle bag that has us absolutely beside ourselves. The craftsmanship on this for $79.90 is frankly outrageous. Hope you can get your hands on this before it sells out.


Shop → Zara



24.

ZARA OCEAN CHARM NECKLACE — $49.90


This is the fun one. Three layered necklaces — blue beads, pink beads, gold chain — with hand-painted enamel charms of seahorses, mermaids, lobsters, starfish, fish and shells. Definite Coco Beach vibes. Maximalist, joyful, completely irresistible. Wear it with the most minimal outfit you own and let it do all the talking.


Shop → Zara



25.

ZARA SHELL DOUBLE NECKLACE — $45.90


Such a stunning piece it's hard to believe it's Zara and not a high-end boutique. Shell chip beads knotted on a cord with a dramatic cowrie and cone shell pendant drop. Very editorial, very now — very much the necklace that fashion editors are wearing on vacation right now, the one they found at a tiny shop on St. Barts for $$$. Except you can get it for $45.90.


Shop → Zara



26.

ZARA MIXED PEARL CASCADE NECKLACE — $39.90


Four delicate gold chains cascading at different lengths with mixed baroque pearls and a single pearl drop. Romantic, elegant, and $39.90. This is the kind of piece you can wear year-round, dress up or down, and reach for for years to come. Such an easy, beautiful entry into summer jewelry.


Shop → Zara



27.

H&M FISH-SHAPED DANGLE EARRINGS — $39.99


These are seriously amazing and a total find. An articulated gold fish — every scale detailed, every fin considered — dangling from the ear. These could easily pass for designer and they are $39.99. H&M quietly wins and so do we. In my top three on this list. Snag these immediately.


Shop → H&M



28.

AMBER SCEATS BYFORD EARRINGS IN GOLD & MULTI — $78

A gold ammonite spiral paired with a genuine shell drop in the most beautiful warm tortoiseshell tones. Amber Sceats consistently delivers designer-looking jewelry at a fraction of the price and the Byford earrings are exhibit A. Currently popular — and rightfully so. Snag them before they're gone. Shop → Revolve



29.

H&M STARFISH-SHAPED EARRINGS — $6.99


The easiest pick on this entire list. A tiny gold starfish stud that goes with every single thing you own this summer. Adorable, effortless, and just plain useful. From $5,700 Chloé to $6.99 H&M — that is the See.Snag.Style promise and we stand by every single penny of it.


Shop → H&M




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