17 Elegant Jewelry Brands That Are Also Affordable

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Luxury jewelry doesn’t necessarily have a reputation for being attainable. Real gold, diamonds, and precious metals will always and forever warrant larger price tags. However, if you don’t have the budget to walk into a Cartier or Harry Winston and leave with a piece, there are still plenty of accessible options that can add a bit of luxe to your everyday bijoux rotation. The best affordable jewelry brands are also just as contemporary, cool, and extremely wearable as their more aspirational counterparts.

Catbird’s 14k gold forever bracelets or Mejuri’s classic dome hoops are minimalist pieces you will turn to time and again. For those inspired by the sculptural look that’s taken over the runway, Tom Wood and Misho offer chunkier shapes with a bit more weight. And if it’s whimsy you are after, look no further than Roxanne Assoulin’s and Gigi Clozeau’s colorful creations. Thankfully, all of these brands offer accessible price points that allow anyone to indulge in not just one or two but a handful of special pieces to treasure for years to come, if they wish.

Below, find 17 of our favorite affordable jewelry brands that are true hidden gems.

10k Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings

Stone and Strand was created with a focus on quality jewelry, without large markups. We can't help but gravitate towards its everyday styles, like these simple hoops encrusted with diamonds.

Price range: $70—$2,300

1976 Bracelet

Home of the “Forever Bracelet,” which is a no clasp, welded-on chain, Catbird is known for making jewelry that lasts...well...forever! With rings, necklaces, bracelets, anklets, and earrings, the Brooklyn-based brand is serving up styles made from 95% recycled gold and recycled, brilliant cut diamonds.

Price range: $14—$12,500

Dome Hoops

There’s a pretty good chance you’ve either heard of or purchased something from Mejuri. The label promotes sustainable quality in each and every piece, from these gold, dome hoop earrings to diamond tennis bracelets, at a fraction of the cost. We'd recommend scouring its website to stock up on the classics.

Price range: $30—$4,400

On The Rox Baseline Bracelet

Roxanne Assoulin jewelry is built for putting a smile on your face. The brand uniquely mixes vibrant colors with simple designs throughout its earrings, rings, necklaces, bracelets, and anklets. The vibrant label works for any occasion—fancy or casual—and is guaranteed to add extra oomph to any outfit.

Price range: $45—$390

Leah Ring

Known for its sleek silhouettes and colorful accent pieces, Shashi uses gold layering, sterling silver, subtle gems, and nano crystals to create each unique piece. The brand draws inspiration from a variety of sources, including the American Southwest, California surfer culture, and good old rock-and-roll, leading to one-of-a-kind staples.

Price range: $52—$294

Initial Pendant Necklace

Bychari was built with the intention of being more than just jewelry. Instead, the brand aims to be about women sharing and creating their stories through elevated everyday essentials. This is why Bychari's jewelry features mostly personal offerings with initials or zodiac signs. And its handmade rings, bracelets, anklets, and earrings, are all made to be layered, so you can add a bit more of your personality with each addition.

Price range: $20—$10,500

Large Ice Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings

Tom Wood gained recognition for its modern interpretation of signet rings by designer Mona Jensen. The Scandinavian aesthetic can also be seen in its bracelets, necklaces, ear cuffs, and earrings—like these large, statement making hoops. Plus, many of the brand's items are made from recycled metals.

Price range: $60—$5,000

Classic Gigi Resin & 18kt Gold Necklace

Inspired by her French upbringing, Gigi Clozeau has a signature technique that involves sprinkling colorful resin beads onto 18k gold loop-link chains, to create whimsical necklaces and bracelets. Don't sleep on the resin and gold pendants either, as they'll certainly add extra flair to these striking chains.

Price range: $240—$2,075

Paris Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow Gold

Each Zoë Chicco piece is handmade in Los Angeles, and nothing is mass produced. The designer is known for delicate items that can be worn as statements on their own, or stacked and layered together to create a more personalized and unique look. The brand specializes in dainty rings, charms, and chains, all of which are meant to be worn for a lifetime.

Price range: $95—$3,875

Maya Single Huggie Drop Earring

Maria Black has a following that transcends the label's Copenhagen base. Their wide selection of jewelry—from huggie earrings to body chains—is elevated and sophisticated. Plus, the brand make piercing jewelry custom-fit for each ear, not just your typical studs.

Price range: $28—$2,628

Zenyu Lena Charm Anklet

London-based brand Missoma is one of the first demi-fine jewelry companies with a fashion-forward and creative look that still retains an affordable price point. It also makes men’s jewelry, with styles such as chunky chains and mixed metal bracelets.

Price range: $38—$8,396

Ukulele Necklace in 9k Gold

We are drawn to the playful feminine energy of Aliita, a brand that is fun while still maintaining minimalist elegance. Allita’s rings, bracelets, earrings, and necklaces weave natural stones in funky charm necklaces that feature fun shapes like ukuleles, cacti, and dinosaurs.

Price range: $150—$2,110

Akoya-Pearl & 14k Gold Hook Earrings

Looking for a modern take on pearls? Mizuki is the answer. Designer Mizuki Goltz mixes Tahitian and freshwater pearls with 14k gold to create delicate shapes, ranging from dangling drop earrings, ear cuffs, necklaces, and bracelets. These are heirloom quality pieces at a fraction of the standard cost.

Price range: $245—$5,565

14k Gold Link Ring

Bony Levy is a Nordstrom-exclusive fine jewelry brand that is made in the USA, and has all the best basics. Load up on these affordable gems for a little minimalist luxury.

Price range: $80—$1,595

22K Gold-Plated Mini Link Hoop Earrings

If you favor sculptural jewelry at an accessible price point, look no further than Misho. The brand's bold shapes have a statement-making quality, seen through their selection of chunky hoops, oversized chain necklaces, and brilliant baubles plated in 22k gold or silver rhodium. Misho is also celeb-approved and has been spotted on trendsetters like Kendall Jenner and Dua Lipa.

Price range: $75—$420

Puffed Heart Necklace

Ana Luisa’s main mission is to make jewelry accessible and it certainly succeeds in making dainty necklaces, earrings, and rings that will rake in the compliments.

Price range: $12—$255

Ora 18-karat Recycled Gold Single Earring

Founded by Sidney Neuhaus and Jessica Warch, Kimaï focuses on high-quality and low-impact designs that use 18k recycled gold and traceable, lab grown diamonds. The result is stunning, fine jewelry pieces, like these sparkly earrings, that also won't break the bank.

Price range: $245—$6,995

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