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From Cartier to Daphine, these are the brands to invest in this year Gold Jewelry Necklaces
There is something so timeless about a bangle – no wonder they’re often gifted at Christenings, naming ceremonies and weddings.
But this structured bracelet doesn't always have to be of the dainty sterling silver design. In the early noughties, Sienna Miller‘s stacked wooden styles became synonymous with her signature bohemian looks. And in 1963, Elizabeth Taylor made a case for arm cuffs with her gold serpent coil jewellery in Cleopatra. The iconic Cartier Love bracelet has been coveted by both men and women since it was first made 50 years ago, and Tiffany's Elsa Peretti-designed Bone bangles have been popular within the art and fashion worlds since the Seventies.
While fine jewellery brands such as Boodles and Piaget are still creating diamond-encrusted works of art, newer labels like Monica Vinader and Mejuri are championing contemporary silhouettes that translate more easily from day to night. There’s always a place for both in your collection.
From the delicate sets that clink musically with every movement to chunky statement cuffs, we’ve selected 25 of our favourite bangles and bracelets to shop right now.
Inspired by medieval chastity belts, Cartier's Love bracelet was first create in 1969 and is still one of the jewellery brand's most coveted pieces today. The simple unisex design has proved timeless over the past 50 years: everyone from Elizabeth Taylor and Ali McGraw, to Katie Holmes and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley have been spotted in one.
Mejuri's Dome line might just be overtaking its cult Croissant collection; we love the architectural, oversized shapes across the range of earrings, rings, huggies and bracelets. This polished bangle tapers at each open end to create a sculptural look – choose between gold-vermeil or sterling silver.
A true luxury staple, Daphine's Moune bangles are a mainstay for the London-based jewellery brand. Bella Hadid loves this three-part set, and has worn it with everything from knits to swimwear.
After the success of their debut collaboration, Monica Vinader has teamed up with stylist Kate Young for a second time. This hinge bangle is the star of the collection – choose from gold-vermeil or the styles striped with striking black onyx or warm tiger's eye.
Edge of Ember just dropped a range of birthstone bracelets that are perfect for gifting. Set on a delicate gold-vermeil chain, this 'January' design is centred with a green garnet held within a Deco-inspired bezel setting.
Piaget's Possession cuff is one of the jewellery brand' best-sellers. Crafted from 18-karat rose gold, this open bangle is dotted with carnelian stones at either end.
London-based designer Dinny Hall has been making statement cuffs since the 1980s – in fact, Christy Turlington donned a pair in the pages of Harper's Bazaar for a shoot back in 1990. This polished Sterling Silver take is a little more understated, but this is a testament to its versatility.
YSSO's jewellery is inspired by Ancient Greece, so it's only natural the London and Athens-based jewellery brand has plenty of bangles in its collection. We like the twisted tree root inspired shape of this open design, which is double-plated in 18- and 24 karat gold.
Tiffany's Bone cuff was originally designed by the late Elsa Peretti in the 1970s – which makes this 2024 iteration feel even more special. Sculpted from 18 karat gold, this striking piece is the definition of wearable art.
Suzanne Kalan is well-known for her signature Fireworks setting, and now the LA-based designer is pushing the bounds of precious gems yet again – we love the curation of rainbow sapphires and princess-cut diamond edging on this cuff. This special piece is cast from 18 karats of rose gold and set with 4.00 carats of precious gems.
Loveness Lee's jewellery is instantly recognisable thanks to its one-of-a-kind organic forms. Handcrafted in the brand's London studio, this open cuff is made from recycled silver and gold-vermeil – they create the most beautiful effect when mixed.
While most demi-fine brands lean towards bohemian looks, V by Laura Vann is a breath of fresh with its Deco references – just clock the mixed-metal settings and baguette-cut stones on this bracelet.
The T-bar is a signature for jewellery brand Tilly Sveas. Here, the designer has worked this feature into a chunky chain bracelet made from 23.5-karat gold-vermeil. Wear yours solo over long sleeves this season.
Rachel Jackson is one of the few jewellery brands that's leaned away from the delicate demi-fine look we've been oversaturated with in recent years, and into that signature 'British' aesthetic. A little bit glam, a little bit rock 'n' roll – just like open stud cuff.
Boucheron's layered bracelet is actually one single yellow-gold chain that wraps around the wrist and fastens with a statement clasp. We like how it can also be styled as a layered choker or long necklace.
Made from 18-karat rose gold, Chopard's open bangle has a floating diamond on one end and a mother-of-pearl love heart on the other.
This bangle is from Chanel's iconic Coco Crush collection. Made from 18 karat white gold that's etched to mirror the brand's famous quilted bags, it's dusted with 0.25 carats of diamonds for added sparkle.
Missoma's open cuff is simple but effective. As part of the label's best-selling Molten collection, this gold-vermeil is cast in a wavy, organic design that looks especially striking when worn solo on the wrist.
Sustainable jewellery brand Lylie was only founded in 2017, but it already counts Olivia Colman, Lily Cole and Jourdan Dunn as dans. This slender 9 carat gold bangle is threaded with a Sterling Silver coin embossed with a Victoria design of a lurcher. We like this style best stacked in multiples.
The lapidary font of Bvlgari's 100-year-old logo works perfectly on this B.zero1 bracelet, inspired by the Roman Colosseum.
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