Editor’s Note
This article explores the timeless appeal of jewelry, from classic pearls to modern statement pieces, and offers inspiration for refreshing your collection.
Introduction
On the whole, jewellery never goes out of style. No matter the decade or the trend, the unique designs of earrings, necklaces, bracelets and rings have served as both statement pieces and daily accessories. Whether pearl, gold, silver, rose gold, diamond or something else entirely, a good jewellery piece can stand alone, completing your outfit and adding the right amount of elegance and sparkle.
As much as we love our day-to-day pieces, we’re always on the hunt for new ones to add to our collection, ones we will hopefully be able to pass on as family heirlooms. So more often than not, to acquire a piece that will outlast trends and generations, you have to invest in designer jewellery brands.
Whether it’s a renowned Cartier Love bracelet or a classic Mikimoto pearl necklace, there are so many designers elevating jewellery and creating pieces that are worth every penny. To streamline the best designer jewellery brands in the market for you, we decided to put the 15 best in this article. From brands whose clothing you already love (hi, Hermès and Chanel) to labels who’ve been perfecting their craft for so many years (looking at you, Swarovski), make sure you commit them to memory.
Our Top Luxe Designer Brands
Cartier
Messika
Boucheron
Chanel
Mateo
Shop the Best Designer Jewellery Brands
1. Cartier
“A classic brand we always come back to is Cartier. Get yourself one of its iconic Love bracelets or something classic such as a necklace.”
2. Messika
“Messika’s contemporary pieces have quickly become classics in their own right. With timeless style combined with innovative design, the Messika signature is instantly recognisable in each creation.”
3. David Yurman
“David Yurman emerged on the scene in 1980, but that hasn’t stopped it from creating pieces destined to be in your jewellery box forever. If you’re buying your first piece, go for something that features the brand’s signature rope-style twist.”
4. Boucheron
“Heralded from Place Vendôme in the jewellery heart of Paris, Boucheron’s legacy was born from a focus on geometric intricacy and sculptural creations. One of the most iconic pieces is the Question Mark necklace, which required no closure. Alongside, the creator was an avid Gemologist, so vibrant stones in exquisite cuts are a given.”
5. CompletedWorks
“If you aren’t familiar with Completedworks, it’s about to become one of your favourite designers. The contemporary British jewellery brand’s founder Anna Jewsbury focuses on contrast and texture for her jewellery and homeware collections, citing the raw forms of the natural world as the influences behind her unique and modern approach to jewellery design.”
6. Bulgari
“If you’re looking for something that feels more exotic than your classic gems, Bulgari’s pieces feel like those Cleopatra might wear if she were alive today.”
