What’s the latest jewelry motif that’s been popping up everywhere, from necklaces to earrings to rings? The humble key! Forget wearing your house key on a lanyard around your neck - this trend is all about pretty, antique-looking skeleton keys in simple settings. When worn as jewelry, keys are amazingly versatile; they can impart an elegant, Victorian air or a tough, street-wise flavor, and I love the "found object" aspect of wearing vintage keys.

Whether you choose a cluster (the necklace, from ModCloth.com), a pair (earrings by Forever 21) or a solitary statement piece (the unique wraparound ring by Obey), keys as accessories are eye-catching, understated and very chic.