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Time to hit the beach.

A 90s staple that you might have thought youd never see again.

These shells were strung on cotton or silk cord and worn as necklaces, celebrating the island culture.

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However, the term often gets incorrectly attributed to cowrie shells.

The cowrie now serves as a spiritual symbol for wealth and good fortune.

They are set with gold, diamonds, and colored stones to accentuate the shells natural beauty.

A model walks the runway at the Prada show in shell accessories and a patterned coat.

Theres alsoSeaman Schepps, one of the most popular jewelry houses to make constant use of shells.

Itsturbo shell earringsare instantly recognizable statement pieces.

Not to mention theyve showed up on the runways and celebrities in recent years, too.

Gigi Hadid wearing layered necklaces in Paris in 2019.

The sun and sand are calling your name even if youre bound to your very own concrete jungle home.

Shop some shell-inspired jewelry for yourself, here.

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Queen Elizabeth II wearing a scallop shell brooch which belonged to her mother in 2019.

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