PHOTOS: This see-through jewelry is clearly a trend

It started with the dangling crystal details hanging from the ‘60s-inspired stack heels that stomped down Prada’s spring/summer 2010 runway. Now translucent necklaces and bangles are a ubiquitous accessory, complementing the season’s sheer pieces and light color palette. Whether pieces are made of plastic, Lucite or crystal, the trend is clear, lightweight and versatile.

Photo: Prada spring / summer 2010 runway. (Giuseppe Cacace / AFP / Getty Images)

March 8, 2014 12:30 PM PT

Depending on how the material is fashioned, pieces can be playful baubles fit for the frilliest dresser, cut into angular shapes for an edgy 1980s appeal or splashed with rhinestones.

Photo: Roxanne Assoulin for Lee Angel, Lucite ball necklace, $125 at www.leeangel.com. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)

Elva Fields' crystal strands strung together with a vintage enamel brooch befit the pomp and circumstance of a Kentucky Derby get-up.

Photo: Elva Fields’ flower brooch necklace, $228 at www.elvafields.com. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)

A studded clear bangle from Lee Angel adds a youthful spin to basic jeans.

Roxanne Assoulin for Lee Angel, Lucite and crystal bracelet, sold as a set of five, $140 at www.leeangel.com. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)

Lucite is a lighthearted approach when stacking on jewelry this spring, and since it's not a serious metal and rarely set with gemstones, it makes the cut for cost-conscious shoppers who may want to buy mom something fun this Mother's Day.

Photo: Elva Fields “Go For It” necklace with faceted rock crystal, vintage orange Lucite and rhinestone flower earrings, $258 retail. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)