Inside My Timeless Collection of Wearable, Meaningful Jewelry

fashionjackson

1 year ago

Like most women, I have an affinity for jewelry. Accessorizing with necklaces, rings, bracelets, and earrings is one of the most personal (and fun) ways you can bring an outfit to life and make it your own. I own a mix of investment pieces and more budget-friendly Amazon finds that I wear almost daily. One of my favorite ways to celebrate a life milestone is with a new piece of fine jewelry, but I also love finding inexpensive, versatile pieces that I can play around with when the mood strikes.

In this post, I’m detailing my more luxuruious, everyday jewelry, and fun, trendy jewelry. Keep reading to find out a little more about each piece from my timeless, wearable, and meaningful jewelry collection.

And my key to keeping all my jewelry, especially rings, looking perfectly clean, is this dazzle pen! Trust me, its THE BEST cleaner! These are the velvet trays I keep all my jewelry in, and I've used this case for travel.

Everyday: For my everyday earrings, I wear this pair from Amazon. I've always wanted a real pair, but these look SO good. I have the gold 5ctw option and have worn them nearly everyday for 4 years. The yellow gold has started to show wear, but now they just look like the silver setting now. Alternatively, I also have this pair of CZ studs (6 ct/gold) which are so similar. The main difference besides the carat weight, is these are 3-prong vs. the Amazon are 4-prong. I always get compliments on both pairs.

Fashion: For days I want to switch it up, I have an assortment of statement earrings. Some of my most worn are featured above. Most of these are under $100 and I find on Shopbop or Amazon!

Investment: I got these Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra earrings from the Dallas boutique (pre-loved here). The mother-of-pearl feature is so beautiful and classic. I wear these a lot on beach vacations for added interest. I also commissioned my jeweler in San Diego for a custom pair of emerald cut studs in a bezel setting. Bezel setting is my favorite and once I got those, I had to have the small round studs from Milliard Diamond Concierge! I also have a pair of vintage Chanel earrings at the beginning on 2018. I wear them on special occasions, or when I feel like dressing up a t-shirt and pair of jeans. I think everyone needs vintage jewelry at some point, and Chanel is definitely the way to go!

Fashion: For daily wear, on my right hand ring finger I pair my Chanel gold crush ring (similar here) with a bezel set old European cut diamond eternity band (from Harold Stevens / similar here). I like having the two stacked together, I think it's a fun way to wear the pieces. I love pinky rings, and think they have such a cool vibe so I got this custom initial ring (Will's initials) from Milliard Diamond Concierge. Another fun ring I got from Milliard is this gold puff band. I'll pair it with my wedding band vs. wearing it solo for added interest.

Investment: On my left hand middle finger I have a pave diamond eternity ring made of yellow diamonds set in yellow gold. It almost looks like a gold band, but when you get close you can see all the delicate yellow diamonds. Its perfect for stacking or wearing solo. I purchased this from my jeweler, but I did find some similar on Etsy.

Sentimental: For my engagement ring, I have an emerald cut diamond with trap side stones set in white gold (please don't ask for size/cut/clarity). My wedding band is a super fun; its a 50/50 eternity band. Half the stones are emerald cut diamonds and the other half are emerald cut sapphires (the "birthstone" of our wedding month). I thought this was such a unique way to recognize our wedding month. Both of the rings came from my jeweler Harold Stevens in San Diego. Most of the time I'll wear my engagement ring solo or with this thin gold band and then I'll wear my wedding band on my right finger with a stacking ring.

Fashion: I actually don't have too many bracelets, mostly because I tend to wear the same few daily, only switching it up occasionally. I like Ring Concierge & Adina Reyter for fashion bracelets! I have this delicate beaded chain bracelet from Adina Reyter (via Emerson Grace).

Investment: You guys might remember me wearing this tennis bracelet all.the.time. back in 2018. I like to buy a less expensive version of something before totally committing, and thats exactly what I did with the tennis bracelet. I visited Milliard Diamond Concierge in 2023 and she helped me pick out the most stunning tennis bracelet. At first I was scared to wear it all the time, but now its become a part of my daily stack. It's a reminder of how hard I've worked and to remember to reward and treat yourself for your achievements.

Milestone: My Cartier Love bracelet (similar here) was a piece I knew I would have to buy myself if I wanted it. Not only was it an investment, but it was purchased as a milestone piece. I had my first Instagram takeover on the LIKEtoKNOW.it account in 2017 and it was a HUGE achievement for me personally & professionally. While some might think it's silly that I bought myself a Love bracelet, I think it's extremely meaningful that I rewarded myself after an incredible accomplishment. I have never taken this bracelet off. I wear size 17. You will also notice some pictures include the Cartier Juste Un Clou small in yellow gold (pre-loved here). Unfortunately I lost it at the LGA airport last spring. I can't bring myself to purchase another one quite yet. For reference, with the small juste un clou you take one size smaller than the love bracelet (I wore a 16).

Fashion: The best fashion necklace you will ever buy is this CZ tennis necklace from Amazon; I have the 16"! I've had it for over a year and and it still looks new!

Investment: I think it was back in 2020 that I got the Van Cleef & Arples Vintage Alhambra necklace (I had them add 2" to the chain). This is probably my most asked about piece! I love the gold detail so much. The necklace I pair with it was another custom piece from Milliard Diamond Concierge. Remember the tennis bracelet I got from them? Well we had to take some diamonds out so it would fit and decided to make a bezel set bar necklace (told you I love bezel settings). I love these two necklaces paired together.

Sentimental: I have always dreamed of having a Rolex watch, and professionally 2019 was my best year ever. This was a piece I got at the end of the year rewarding my hard work. I think it is important to reward yourself, no matter the size. Setting goals, achieving them, learning from them, are all things to be proud of. This is a Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 36 in Yellow Rolesor and features a champagne-colour dial and an Oyster bracelet.

Fashion/Function: I got the Hermes watch second hand and have loved wearing it with more casual outfits. Its simple, chic, and timeless.

Milestone: I recently got the Santos de Cartier watch for my 40th birthday. I love the stainless steel and large face design. Whats so great about this piece too, is it comes with a gorgeous tan leather strap that is interchangeable with the steel bracelet. So its almost like you're getting two watches in one. I've admired this design for so long & I'm so thankful and will cherish this timepiece forever.