Not all jewlery is created equal. Some accessories are better than others, and this usually means that the better ones are more expensive. High-end jewelry used to be something most girls would dream about, but with the advent of social media, it's now something that's in our faces every single day. Just follow Kendall and Kylie on Instagram and you'll see more Cartier rings in one week than most people used to see in their lives. There are a few signature pieces of jewelry out there that have a certain status symbol, and while I don't endorse buying jewelry to create an image for yourself, I figured I should clear up what these pieces are. Think of this as a dictionary for fine jewelry!
1) Hermés H Clic Clac
1) Hermés H Clic Clac
What is it? Designed by the popular company Hermés, this bracelet is made of pure gold and white enamel. It comes in many different colors, including red, blue, black, and Hermés' signature orange, to name a few. It also comes in silver and in a variety of sizes. The size shown above is narrow.
How much? This bracelet is surprisingly only $610, which is not a lot for a designer piece of jewelry. The larger sizes are $630.
Where can I buy it? While the bracelet can be found on Ebay and other online retailers, it is best to purchase it directly from the Hermés website.
Who's wearing it?
How much? This bracelet is surprisingly only $610, which is not a lot for a designer piece of jewelry. The larger sizes are $630.
Where can I buy it? While the bracelet can be found on Ebay and other online retailers, it is best to purchase it directly from the Hermés website.
Who's wearing it?
Ky is wearing a black and a white Hermés H Clic Clac on her left arm.
Hilary Duff is looking fab with her white Hermés H Clic Clac.
Victoria Beckham is rocking the Clic Clac in black!
And Giuliana Rancic looks happy as can be with her orange and yellow bangles.
2) Cartier LΘVE
2) Cartier LΘVE
What is it? This is probably one of the most recognizable symbols when it comes to status fashion. Cartier has utilized the uppercase theta (Θ) and turned it into an entire line of jewelry. Products range from bracelets and rings to earrings and necklaces, and can come in white gold, rose gold, yellow gold, and platinum. They can be plain, accented by a few jewels, or covered in diamonds.
How much? Rings: prices range from $1,060 to $15,000; Bracelets: prices range from $1,220 to $57,000; Necklaces: prices range from $2,170 to $22,400; Earrings: prices range from $1,750 to $16,700
Where can I buy it? These products can only be purchased at Cartier locations or online.
Who's wearing it?
How much? Rings: prices range from $1,060 to $15,000; Bracelets: prices range from $1,220 to $57,000; Necklaces: prices range from $2,170 to $22,400; Earrings: prices range from $1,750 to $16,700
Where can I buy it? These products can only be purchased at Cartier locations or online.
Who's wearing it?
Mila Kunis wearing a thin LΘVE bracelet.
Jen and Angelina may not love each other, but they both LΘVE this Cartier bracelet!
Ky has never been shy about her Cartier obsession. She often pairs her LΘVE jewelry with her black Hermés H Clic Clac bracelet, as seen above!
3) Balenciaga Arena Giant All Stud Bracelet
3) Balenciaga Arena Giant All Stud Bracelet
What is it? This bracelet is made by the famous designer brand Balenciaga! The material is wrinkled lambskin. It comes in many different colors, and the studs come in both gold and silver.
How much? At only $245, this bracelet is a designer steal!
Where can I buy it? The best place to purchase this accessory is at Barneys in Manhattan or on their website.
Who's wearing it?
How much? At only $245, this bracelet is a designer steal!
Where can I buy it? The best place to purchase this accessory is at Barneys in Manhattan or on their website.
Who's wearing it?
Amanda Bynes posted this photo of her Balenciaga bracelet and her Cartier bracelet!
Rihanna is rocking the Balenciaga bracelet, too!
Chiara Ferragni, of The Blonde Salad, always knows what's fashionable! She can be seen here wearing a studded Balenciaga on her left arm.
4) Van Cleef & Arpels
4) Van Cleef & Arpels
What is it? This symbol, called Alhambra, is widely recognized as the logo for Van Cleef & Arpels, a luxury French jewelry brand. The company makes every type of accessory (earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and more) with this logo!
How much? Depending on the desired product, there is a large price range. However, being that this is a luxury brand, the prices start very high.
Where can I buy it? Products can be purchased in Van Cleef & Arpels stores or online.
Who's wearing it?
How much? Depending on the desired product, there is a large price range. However, being that this is a luxury brand, the prices start very high.
Where can I buy it? Products can be purchased in Van Cleef & Arpels stores or online.
Who's wearing it?
Reese Witherspoon spotted in a long black and gold Van Cleef & Arpels necklace
There is no doubt that Mariah Carey loves Van Cleef & Arpels!
VC&A is even adored by royalty! Princess Charlene of Monaco is seen her wearing a gorgeous blue and diamond necklace.
Gossip Girl star Blake Lively looks classy and cool with her black and gold VC&A necklace.
And there you have it! That's just a short cheat sheet of the countless styles popularized by celebrities. Hopefully, this will help you be even more savvy the next time you're spotting new trends!
And there you have it! That's just a short cheat sheet of the countless styles popularized by celebrities. Hopefully, this will help you be even more savvy the next time you're spotting new trends!
Sources:
Jenna, á la mode
Style Bistro
OKA Jewelry Bracelets
Purse Blog
Bracelet Zipper Galleries
Veni Vidi Visa
Cool Spotters
Tom And Lorenzo
Forbes
Jenna, á la mode
Style Bistro
OKA Jewelry Bracelets
Purse Blog
Bracelet Zipper Galleries
Veni Vidi Visa
Cool Spotters
Tom And Lorenzo
Forbes
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