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While jewellery is often an expression of an individual's personality and unique sense of style, trends still heavily influence what women (and men) choose to wear. 

Whether it was diamond encrusted pieces in the 1940s or bohemian styles in the 1970s, style icons have always inspired women to wear specific kinds of looks and materials.

Here, FEMAIL looks back at some of the most unique and memorable jewellery trends over the past 100 years after Raffles put together the most popular designs and influences of each time. 

English actress Gladys Cooper in the 1910s 

1910s

Filled with all kinds of creative arts, music and films, the 1910s was all about 'Art Noveau' when it came to jewellery. 

Stars at this time like Gladys Cooper and Erika Glaessner were all about diamonds, sapphires and accenting their looks with platinum beads. 

Peacock feathers were also all the rage, along with white on white colour schemes, long necklaces with tassels at the end and pieces inspired by leaves.

The style during this period was a reflection of the industrial boom and designers 'sought a more naturalistic aesthetic.'

Stars in the 1910s like Erika Glaessner (pictured) were all about diamonds, long necklaces, pendants, sapphires and accenting their looks with platinum beads

1920s

The 1920s was all about Art Deco - an array of often contradictory geometric styles that oozed glamour, luxury and wealth. 

And while the architectural style was represented through decorative interiors, household objects, cinema and building designs, women also reflected the trend through their jewellery. 

The post World War I economic boom saw women spending more money than ever on jewellery, with 'flapper girl' style looks including sapphires, emeralds, pearls and diamonds, white gold and geometric pendants. 

A-listers and designers of the time like Coco Chanel would often be seen wearing costume jewellery, jewelled headwear, stacked bracelets and layered necklaces. 

A-listers and designers of the 1920s like Coco Chanel (pictured) would often be seen wearing costume jewellery, jewelled headwear, stacked bracelets and layered necklaces

1930s 

Hollywood glamour reached a new peak in the 1930s, with stars of the time like Joan Crawford donning bold, vibrant pieces. 

Highly polished golds were popular along with diamonds, rubies, sapphires and emerald cut stones. 

Three dimensional styles were also increasing in popularity and dress clips became 'sought after.'

Hollywood glamour reached a new peak in the 1930s, with stars of the time like Joan Crawford (pictured) donning bold, vibrant pieces, diamonds, rubies, dress clips and large stones

1940s

Whether it was simple ribbons and bows or diamond encrusted statement pieces, women in the 1940s were all about elegance, glamour and, of course, diamonds. 

Marilyn Monroe's Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend inspired many women to spend big on the precious stone while others opted for brooches and wide, gold bracelets.

Earrings during this period were worn high on the lobe and gold was the metal of choice. 

Celebrities like Bette Davis were often seen high polished pieces and oversized dress clips.

In the 1940s, celebrities like Bette Davis (pictured)were often seen high polished pieces, lots of diamonds, earrings worn high on the lobe and oversized dress clips

1950s 

The 1950s was all about 'Ultra-Feminine' Glamour. 

Women and celebrities of the time, like Jayne Mansfield, enjoyed lavish styles that complemented a more 'simple and classic' fashion period. 

There was still an emphasis on diamonds however women also donned full ensemble pieces, dramatic and extravagant designs, light and textural looks that 'contrasted with the polished look of the 40s' and brooches. 

Platinum was often worn with diamonds and copper also started to become popular. 

Celebrities of the 1950s, like Jayne Mansfield (pictured), enjoyed lavish styles that complemented a more 'simple' fashion period - like platinum, diamonds and dramatic designs

1960s 

This was a time of practicality. 

Female A-listers of this time, like Elizabeth Taylor, were into plastic jewellery, milk glass, bright colours, layered necklaces often made from beads and floral motifs. 

Other trends included princess cuts, non precious materials, cocktail rings, bohemian styles, handcrafted pieces and lightweight creations. 

Jackie Kennedy heavily influenced trends during this period. 

Female A-listers of the 1960s, like Elizabeth Taylor (pictured), were into plastic jewellery, milk glass, bright colours, layered necklaces, crystals and lightweight designs 

1970s 

Women in the 1970s loved to use jewellery to make bold statements and weren't worried about being too flamboyant or vibrant with their choices. 

Plastic was used regularly to create elaborate pieces and celebrities during this time, like Karen Valentine and Elizabeth Ashley would wear mixed materials, a lot of gold, beaded jewellery, large golden earrings and diamante jewellery. 

Coloured quartz, coral and international styles inspired by cultural influences also became popular during this period. 

Celebrities during the 1970s, like Karen Valentine (right) and Elizabeth Ashley (left) would wear mixed materials, a lot of gold, beaded jewellery and large golden earrings

1980s

Everything in the 1980s was big. 

Women during this time were all about big hair, defiant 'punk rock styles' and mixing and matching their jewellery to make bold statements. 

Stars during this time, like Heather Locklear, would step out in faux pearls, oversized necklaces and earrings, brooches, gold and lighter cheaper materials.

Mixing and matching jewellery was a trend exemplified by Princess Diana who wore a choker as a headband. 

Stars during the 1980s, like Heather Locklear (pictured), would step out in faux pearls, oversized necklaces and earrings, brooches, gold and lighter cheaper materials

Mixing and matching jewellery was a trend exemplified by Princess Diana who later wore this choker (pictured right) as a headband

1990s

While this was known as a more 'fun and fiesty' period, the punk rock choker styles reached a peak during this time. 

A-listers of the time, like Jennifer Aniston and Britney Spears would also arrive at awards shows in body jewellery, tasteful silver pieces, plastic creations and subdued colours inspired by alternative rock music. 

David Beckham also inspired men to embrace male jewellery like necklaces and engagement rings. 

While this was known as a more 'fun and fiesty' period, the punk rock choker styles reached a peak during the 1990s

2000s

Women in the 2000s enjoyed bold jewellery including large hoop earrings, layered chain necklaces, personalised jewellery and chokers, which remained popular. 

Celebrities during this time, like Megan Fox, would wear diamonds, rhinestones, cuffs, plastics and wood - many of them rocking a 'Boho-chic' look. 

Hip hop music heavily influenced jewellery trends and stars like Victoria Beckham and Liz Hurley showcased pieces inspired by Africa and the Middle East. 

Women in the 2000s enjoyed bold jewellery including large hoop earrings, layered chain necklaces, personalised jewellery and chokers, which remained popular

2010s 

Current jewellery trends are diverse and nonrestrictive.

Celebrities are becoming increasingly innovative and experimental with their looks and often wear bold embellishments, platinum, coloured gem stones and bright gem stones. 

Men's jewellery is booming, with male only jewellery collections from prestigious designers on the rise. 

Celebrities are becoming increasingly innovative and experimental with their looks and often wear bold embellishments, platinum, coloured gem stones and bright gem stones

Bold embellishments, paste and resin, platinum and coloured gem stones are making a comeback