Expensive-looking jewelry is less about price and more about choices: a few real pieces instead of many plated ones, clean and polished metal, the right chain length, and pieces that match in tone. Here is how to get there on a budget.
7 ways to look expensive
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Buy fewer, better pieces. One solid gold chain beats five plated ones.
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Choose 10K gold or sterling silver over plated for daily pieces. See Solid vs Plated.
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Keep it clean. Dull, dirty jewelry looks cheap. See How to Clean Gold.
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Get the fit right. Chain lengths that sit right and rings that fit.
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Match your metals, or mix on purpose.
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Pick classic styles: rope, Franco, Cuban, simple hoops and studs.
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Personalize. A nameplate or engraving feels custom at any price.
Where to save, where to spend
| Save on |
Spend on |
| Trend pieces you'll wear a season |
The chain or ring you wear every day |
| Chain width |
Real metal |
| Extra stones |
A good clasp |
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Text your budget to (973) 673-3800 or visit 260 Main St, Orange, NJ. See What Your Budget Gets You.
How to Make Your Jewelry Look Expensive on a Budget
Expensive-looking jewelry is less about price and more about choices: a few real pieces instead of many plated ones, clean and polished metal, the right chain length, and pieces that match in tone. Here is how to get there on a budget.
7 ways to look expensive
Where to save, where to spend
Ask us for options
Text your budget to (973) 673-3800 or visit 260 Main St, Orange, NJ. See What Your Budget Gets You.