Jewelry
Aug 3, 2023

These Under-$100 Jewelry Finds Will Have People Thinking You Won $1.25 Bil

by Eliza Huber

With a serious '80s comeback on the horizon (scratch that—it's already here), costume jewelry has rejoined the chat. For years, the fashion world stayed loyal to chunky gold hoop earrings and understated pendant necklaces, rarely straying into anything too showy. But that's no longer the look the cool crowd is leaning toward. Instead, oversize studs, cuff bracelets, and chokers are all experiencing a high right now, thanks to brands like Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, and Alaïa.

There's only one problem. While the above brands might be designing pieces that look like what we'd call "costume jewelry," they certainly aren't pricing them like the costume earrings and bracelets my grandmother always had in her jewelry box. Luckily, they aren't the only brands who think this retro trend is worth getting in on. In fact, the stores I hear named most often when I ask fashion people what jewelry they're wearing aren't expensive at all. Nine times out of ten, they name Zara, J.Crew, or Anthropologie, though you'd never know it by looking at the pricey-looking jewels.

See why so many budget-friendly style experts are buying their baubles for less than $100 at the above three retailers to cosplay as the lotto winner by scrolling down.

Zara Flat Metal Earrings

Flat Metal Earrings

The speed at which I bought these should be studied.

Anthropologie The Petra Mini Drop Earrings

The Petra Mini Drop Earrings

If you don't own these yet, what are you waiting for?

J.Crew Sculptural Hinge Bracelet

Sculptural Hinge Bracelet

Everyone cool I know is accessorizing with cuffs.

Zara Contrasting Earrings

Contrasting Earrings

If it reminds me of the '80s, I'm probably obsessed with it.

Anthropologie Triple Wave Post Earrings

Triple Wave Post Earrings

Hailey Bieber has a pair of Saint Laurent earrings that look just like these.

Zara Pack of Bracelets

Pack of Bracelets

Why buy one when Zara's giving them out in pairs?

Zara Sphere Earrings

Sphere Earrings

These have already sold out and restocked like ten times.

Zara Metal Necklace

That's it. That's the only accessory you need.

Zara Resin Plaque Earrings

Resin Plaque Earrings

They're so Mod. I love it.

Zara Pair of Textured Bracelets

Pair of Textured Bracelets

Styling tip: Wear both at once.

Zara Hoop Earrings

If clashing metals is your thing.

Anthropologie Dome Drop Earrings

Dome Drop Earrings

The perfect silver earring if your outfit is simple and needs a level-up.

J.Crew Freshwater Pearl Knot Necklace

Freshwater Pearl Knot Necklace

Everyone will be impressed by this one.

Anthropologie The Petra Drop Earrings

The Petra Drop Earrings

Oh lookie here, another pair of viral Anthro earrings.

Anthropologie Ribbed Square Earrings

Ribbed Square Earrings

These may be on backorder, but they're so worth waiting for.

Zara Fan Earrings

These are so delicate yet so impactful.

Zara Textured Bracelet

Textured Bracelet

Tory Burch had bracelets just like this one in her S/S 2023 show and they really made every look pop.

J.Crew Hinge Cuff Bracelet

Hinge Cuff Bracelet

I've been eyeing this beauty for months, and now that it's on sale, I might just have to pounce.

J.Crew Lightweight Sculpted Hoop Earrings

Lightweight Sculpted Hoop Earrings

My ears will appreciate that these are lightweight.