35 Black-Owned Jewelry Brands to Shop and Support in 2023

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The right piece of jewelry can take an outfit to the next level, and make a perfect gift idea for a family member, friend or significant other. To help you find a unique item that serves sparkle at a reasonable price, consider this list of Black-owned jewelry brands below. The creatives behind these impressive brands offer a mix of affordable, luxurious and one-of-a-kind pieces that show off some of the top jewelry trends of the year.

You'll find timeless heirlooms, like gold hoops and signet rings, along with more eye-catching designs, like sea-inspired earrings and accessories made of colorful polymer clay. No matter what piece you want to add to your collection — a ring, earring, bracelet, anklet or necklace (and we can't forget chokers!) — you'll find it at one of these brands.

And if you're searching for other Black-owned brands to support, take a look at some of our favorite Black-owned businesses in fashion, beauty and food — many of them are on Amazon and other popular online retailers. So, start your search and get ready to bookmark these brands for all of your shopping needs.

Mask Pendant

Khiry is an Afrofuturist luxury brand founded by Jameel Mohammed in 2016. You'll find classic jewelry inspired by the African diaspora, like this Khartoum ring, created to replicate the curve of the big-horned cattle found among the nomadic Dinka people of Sudan. Many of the pieces are rendered and polished in 18k gold vermeil for durability and long-lasting appeal.

Red Leather Bracelet

Co-founders K$ace and Thermal Taveras consider themselves storytellers, and they tell their tales with jewelry and apparel. Their work has been seen on various celebs, including Bella Thorne and Keke Palmer. Shop their leather bracelets, which come in multiple colors, along with sterling silver and yellow gold-plated rope, pearl and watchlink necklaces.

Warm Leatherette

Shop Taylor Nikole for all of your trendy jewelry needs. Her statement earrings come in eccentric designs, shapes and colors. Plus, they're handmade using polymer clay and acrylic paint. Talk about unique!

Citrine Pendant

Valerie Madison founded her Seattle-based fine jewelry brand in 2014. It's a go-to for earrings, necklaces, rings and bracelets that feature rose-cut diamonds, colorful hues and uniquely-shaped stones. They even have a gorgeous range of wedding and engagement rings, some with diamond, sapphire and rubies.

Euca Bow Earrings

Along with apparel, Andrea Iyamah has a range of eye-catching jewelry you'll want for your own collection. The Euca Bow earrings, made with polyester habotai fabric, are only one of the many impressive pieces, along with their crystal gemstone rings.

Mini Umbo Stud Earrings

Described as an ethical and women-led jewelry brand, Soko connects Kenyan artisans with the global markets. Their jewelry is made of 24k gold-plated recycled brass, while their colored products are created using locally sourced recycled glass. This includes their handcrafted Mini Umbo studs.

Adas Cuff Bracelet

Designer Shayba Muhammad's jewelry is worth a look if you appreciate minimalist brass jewelry. There are more than 12 collections — many pieces have Arabic names thought to empower the wearer. The Adas Cuff bracelet has an oblong silhouette at the center, making your wrist stand out when worn. Other creations like the Janan earrings, which means "heart and soul" in Arabic, boast striking curves — the perfect piece to complete any outfit.

Katie Floral Print Earrings

South Carolina-based sisters Carlene Browner and Cassandra Browner Richardson combined their individual love for colorful and neutral pieces to design and handcraft their polymer clay earrings. You can shop rainbow-inspired jewelry, like the Katie floral print earrings, or more black-and-white designs, like the Deuce Hanover print.

Psylli Charm Holder Necklace

Danyell Rascoe's love of collecting rocks and gems at the Smithsonian's gift shop in Washington, D.C. led to the launch of Dan-Yell. Take your pick of 10k gold and sterling silver jewelry. You can shop charms, pendants, bracelets, rings and more, from ruby hoops and diamond studs to charm holder necklaces.

Pebble Pearl Dangle Bracelet

Stacey Abrams, Alicia Keys and Bachelorette star, Tayshia Adams have been seen wearing White Space jewelry. Founder Khadijah Fulton works with small manufacturers and individual artisans in downtown Los Angeles to create her collection of rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings and anklets. Some pieces are made of Japanese Keshi pearls, like the Pebble Pearl anklet, while others feature opals, like the Francesca Opal studs.

Chain Drop Earrings

Launched by Vanessa Bellan in 2020, V. Bellan is a gender-neutral jewelry brand based in New York City. There are gorgeous pieces for any occasion and age range, including a collection for kids. Some items, like the initial stud earrings, can be customized.

Picnic Choker

Handmade contemporary jewelry brand, Yam, was founded by NYC-based designer Morgan Thomas. The affordable pieces have classic elements and pearl accents to bring a touch of elegance to an outfit. You'll find statement hoops, charm bracelets and chokers with flower designs.

Stingray Bar Cuff

Founder Lauren Newton started her career as a zoologist before branching into jewelry, and the brand's designs are inspired by her scientific background. For example, the Stingray Bar cuff features the realistic texture of a stingray's skin.

Self Love Ring

With Leliamae, you can shop sleek and timeless gold pieces. The brand carries playful butterfly anklets, squiggly-designed huggie hoops and sleek wave-sculpted rings you'll want to wear to any social gatherings.

Pearl Initial Necklace

This necklace, made of freshwater pearls and a 24k gold-plated bamboo initial pendant, isn't the only customizable piece on Only Made's website. Wear your own phrase as a bracelet, necklace or anklet — or consider wearing their potato-chip-inspired earrings in multi-green or multi-pink.

Cuban Link Necklace

New York-based fashion stylist Neumi Anekhe launched Oma The Label in 2018 after seeing the lack of minority representation in fashion. The brand sells gold-plated necklaces, eye-catching body chains, chokers, anklets and more! Plus, there's an affordable Tennis Collection full of more sparkly pieces.

Aqua Earrings

With Serendipitous, you can explore a vibrant, beach-inspired assortment of jewelry. Tweens, teens and young adults can find a fun, one-of-a-kind piece, like the Aqua earrings, with their dangling faux teardrop pearls. There are even sections inspired by the sea, where you'll find seashell necklaces and starfish clip-on earrings.

Legacy Cartouche by the Vic Styles

Founded by Kimberly Fomby Jefferson in 2011, Sucré Couture describes itself as a "nod to our [Black] culture." Stack and layer their gold-plated ring sets or find an everyday piece in their Slick Talk Herringbone necklace.

Big Heart Ring Silver

Gina Love founded Auvere with her husband, Steven Feldman in 2017. Since its creation, Auvere has continued to sell striking 22-karat solid gold necklaces, pendants and chains, as well as stunning silver pieces.

Sungod Earrings

L'Enchanteur was created by twin designers, Dynasty and Soull Ogun. Their pieces make a statement, plus they're long-lasting heirlooms for those interested in fairy tales and numerology.

Ketewa Bracelet Set

With Egbo Collections, New York native Raymond Ego offers customers Afro-inspired fine jewelry and accessories. His designs are inspired by his Nigerian heritage as well as his mother's passion for fashion and jewelry. One of our favorites from his collection? The Ketewa bracelet set, which comes in various colors and is made of Ghanaian glass beads and 18k gold.

Sterling Silver Earrings

This Brooklyn-based brand creates beautiful sterling silver earrings, including these semi-circle hoops. Some of the earrings, like the Pendulum, are true showstoppers, while others —take the Motion hoops, for instance — make great everyday additions to your attire.

Nazli Ring

Aziza-Abdullah Nicole is a fine jewelry designer that creates sculptural pieces for every style and occasion. This includes the Nazli ring, which can be worn under the cuticle bed, as a knuckle ring or as a regular fit ring.

The Dagger Studs

Ora Ana founder and designer Veronika Payne was inspired to create the 18k gold brand after a shopping trip in Soho. Ora Ana offers many different jewelry categories, including these Dagger studs with Swarovski crystal accents.

Sunburst Stud Earring

Lauren Harwell Godfrey started her brand after 15 years as an award-winning creative director in New York City and San Francisco. The brand sells necklaces, rings and other accessories made from precious metals and adorned with colored gemstones.

14K Gold "Not Your Mother's Pearl" Anklet

Self-taught, Jamaican-born designer, Matthew Harris, launched Mateo as a men's jewelry brand in 2009, but later shifted to fine women's jewelry in 2014. This pearl anklet is only one of the beautiful 14k gold pieces sold on the website. Harris's designs have been worn by Rihanna, Zendaya and other celebrities.

Mother of Pearl Watch

This accessories brand sells timeless leather, metal and canvas watches for men and women. They even offer a special Juneteenth design with a red, black, and green band that you can preorder ahead of the holiday.

World Bracelet

What makes Made by Kwest so unique is that their jewelry is inspired by the world and its continents. They have general chain earrings, rings and necklaces, along with pieces specifically designed as the maps of Africa, Asia and Europe.

Artemis Hand Chain

This brand's jewelry has been worn by Lizzo during her SNL performance, Issa Rae in HBO’s Insecure and more! The brand was founded by Brooklyn-based designer Malyia McNaughton in 2014. The former fashion buyer sells gorgeous pendants and bracelets, along with body and hand chains made of 14k gold or sterling silver.

Je t'aime Huggies

If you appreciate the beauty of handmade jewelry, All of Lace is for you. Browse through stunning and glittery pieces, like the crystal chandelier earrings and these 18k gold-plated huggies. They even have crystal slip dresses, scalloped tees and monarch tops.

Bianca Necklace

Epifene is a collection of timeless statement jewelry for women. The idea came to fruition after two friends met in Stockholm during high school, later becoming best friends and traveling the world together. Some items, including their Bianca necklace and Cesena earrings, are as low as $45.

Thick Tube Hoops

These thick tube hoops are one of Ten Wilde's best sellers. Founded in 2016 by Tenisha Wilde, the gold-jewelry brand sells signature waist chains, personalized zodiac initial necklaces and pearls — everything you need for a trendy collection.

Siren Necklace

Founder Gedeon partnered with her sister Mika to create a line of vibrant headpieces, necklaces and other stylish accessories. Many of their items are bold and colorful, like the Siren necklace, with some having simple yet beautifully textured brass designs, like the Gold Seville bracelet.

Harriet Tubman Ring

As you browse Johnny Nelson's website, you'll find an impressive selection of powerful statement jewelry, like 18k gold-plated brass necklaces and rings with skull faces or the faces of iconic Black figures throughout the abolition movement. Think Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglass, Ida B. Wells and Malcolm X.

Ella Recycled Material Bangle

The brand name, Lola Ade, is inspired by founder Pamela Adeowyin's West African heritage. Lola translates to "wealthy," and ade means "crown," making the name the perfect way to describe the elegant jewelry they sell — from bangles made of handpicked recycled plastic to items made of 18k gold.

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