Whether you’re looking for a timeless necklace as a Mother’s Day gift or want to treat yourself to a cool new signet ring, personalized jewelry is always a good idea. The only issue? Unique pieces often come with a hefty price tag, but you don’t need to shell out an entire paycheck just to get your hands on a one-of-a-kind piece. Ranging from $28 to just over $400, here’s the most personal way to get your bling on.
Personalized Jewelry Doesn’t Have to Be Pricey. Here Are 8 Affordable Options
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Published Mar 10, 2020
1. The Sis Kiss
Price: $34 to $200
If you’ve always wanted a nameplate necklace à la Carrie Bradshaw or dreamed of getting your signature catchphrase in bracelet form, the Sis Kiss is your place. Most of the custom designs are less than $100 (with the occasional diamond-accented piece reaching over $200), including initial necklaces with faux pearls, puzzle-piece friendship charms, embossed cuffs and drop earrings.
2. Tiary
Price: $73 to $405
Tiary has a wide selection of chain bracelets, crystal-adorned earrings and signature rings, but perhaps our favorites are those made just for girls. That means you can create something for yourself from the women’s collection and get a miniature matching piece for your daughter (or little sister or niece). Three percent of every purchase goes to In a Perfect World, a nonprofit that works to provide creative outlets so kids can stay out of trouble while fostering their artistic abilities. Even if you do spend a little extra on 18k gold in place of sterling silver, at least you know a portion of that money is going to a good cause.
Roxanne Assoulin
3. Roxanne Assoulin
Price: $150
Roxanne Assoulin’s colorful beaded bracelets are always spotted on the wrists of fashion editors, designers and influencers. The brand offers a variety of customizable designs (think rainbow beads, slick black or white and gold) that can accommodate up to eight characters. Words aside, you can also immortalize your wedding anniversary, your child’s birthday or the date you adopted your precious pup in colorful enamel beads for all to see.
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4. Gemist
Price: $80 to $380 (for Swarovski designs)
What originally began as an easy way for couples to create custom engagement rings online is now a jewelry brand that lets you play designer. Gemist offers a variety of cocktail rings, colorful everyday bands and unique wedding rings, all with the option to choose your fave metal and stones. Considered the Warby Parker of jewelry, this site lets you select up to three stand-in designs (i.e., rings made with sterling silver, gold plating and Swarovski crystals in place of real gemstones or diamonds) that you can try on at home during a two-week trial period. You can also purchase the stand-in itself, if you’re prone to misplacing small items or would just prefer to save some dough.
5. Oak & Luna
Price: $35 to $260
Sometimes you want a personalized gift that’s really subtle, almost like a hidden personal message. That’s what Oak & Luna excels at. Signet rings and script necklaces aside, the brand also offers bar necklaces with nearly imperceptible inscriptions, a rose charm with hidden initials and layered pendants that don’t immediately scream, “This is my anniversary date, because did you know I got married?!”
6. Mejuri
Price: $60 to $390
Mejuri is all about making fine jewelry for your everyday life (aka pieces you can keep on all the time, even in the shower). Minimalists will love the round tags and locket charms with the single initial of a loved one etched on. Or, if you’re in the market for some wedding bling, opt for engraving the inside of your wedding band for a very personal “I do” touch.
Baublebar
7. Baublebar
Price range: $28 to $240
BaubleBar has plenty of initial and zodiac collections, but did you know you can also create custom pieces on their site? Monogram necklaces can be strung with the acrylic hearts and circular blocks of your choosing, while camp-inspired beaded necklaces and bracelets offer a more subtle (albeit playful) option. There are also barrettes, phone cases, makeup bags and keychains that are ripe for personalizing, so everything you own can have your stamp on it.
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Alexis Bittar
8. Alexis Bittar
Price range: $95 to $350
Alexis Bittar is putting the design process in your hands with his latest collection. He’s giving you the opportunity to put your go-to color combo on a Lucite bangle or two-tone oversize hoops. Alternatively, you can pick the charms that represent you best on a leather wrap bracelet or select initials to be monogrammed on a Lucite stone of your choosing. The hardest part of this process? Figuring out which custom piece to go with.
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