An Extensive Guide To The Best Jewellery Brands, According To An Obsessive

As someone who lives, breathes and sleeps in fistfuls of rings, layered necklaces, earrings, ear cuffs and bracelets, I get asked to recommend jewellery brands a lot (like, a lot a lot). From close friends to fellow pub-goers, I’m always more than happy to dispense my advice and knowledge on one of my favourite subjects.

While the best jewellery I own has been acquired after many hours searching through jewellery pop-ups, Instagram, charity shops, eBay and stalls at flea markets, there are several pieces courtesy of big-name and independent brands that take pride of place in my jewellery box, alongside the pre-loved magpie treasures. I go through jewellery phases, moving between periods of wearing silver, gold, and both. At the moment my permanents include: a stacked set of crystal toi et moi rings, which are samples given to me by a friend, a €2 glass ring from Greece (left hand), a Bleue Burnham sapphire ring and Tom Wood signet (right hand), an All Blues initial necklace, a Pattaraphan dice pendant, silver Mejuri huggie hoops, market studs and hoops in my seconds and three cartilage piercings, and an All Blues ear cuff.

You get the message: I wear a lot of jewellery at all times. This is why I’m keen to share some of the best jewellery brands I’ve come across – and those on my wish list – with anyone who is looking to expand their own collection. Here, you’ll find a selection of some standout styles (there are many, many more!), arranged into loose categories. In an effort to include as many as possible, I’ve shared their names and my favourite piece from each designer. Happy scrolling!

• Alternative everyday: Completedworks Recycled Gold And Cubic Zirconia Earrings, £145
• Statement: Justine Clenquet Asymmetric Earrings, £60
• Everyday: Mejuri Duet Mixed Ring, £128
• Stones: Bleue Burnham Silver Cottage Rose Garden Ring, £550
• Fine: Mateo Twin Water Droplet 14-Karat Gold Diamond Ring, £5,565
• Pop of colour:

Alternative everyday

Best for: Polished jewellery.

Best for: Contemporary keepsakes.

Best for: Silver conversation-starters.

Best for: Encrusted creations.

Best for: Tactile gold.

Best for: Stacking rings.

Best for: Everyday bracelets.

Best for: Twists on classics.

Statement

Best for: Asymmetric ear adornments.

Best for: Layered ear decoratives.

Best for: Textured jewellery.

Best for: Artistic treasures.

Best for: Bold earrings.

Best for: Gothic rings.

Best for: Beautiful beads.

Best for: Colourful necklaces.

Best for: Playful jewellery.

Best for: Etched rings.

Everyday

Best for: Foundational basics.

Best for: Spherical chains.

Best for: Minimalist hoops.

Best for: Understated pieces.

Best for: Simple jewellery.

Best for: Winning gifts.

Best for: Gen-Z jewels.

Best for: All things crystal.

Best for: Unisex pieces.

Stones

Best for: Gem-scattered rings.

Best for: Mood-boosting stones.

Best for: Precious rings.

Best for: Unique pieces

Fine

Best for: Incredible diamonds.

Best for: Investment jewellery.

Best for: Snaking diamond rings.

Best for: One-of-a-kind ethically-sourced diamonds.

Best for: Customised watches.

Best for: Interlocking rings.

Best for: Diamonds encased in blackened gold.

Best for: Geometric pendants.

Best for: Distinctive jewellery.

Pop of colour

Best for: Feel-good rings

Best for: Resin rings.

Best for: Glass pieces.

Best for: Shapely pieces.

Best for: Colour-pop glass jewellery.