I have always been obsessed with jewellery. From the moment I inherited the engagement ring my dad proposed to my mum with at the age of 11 (long story short, they didn't get married and the ring was left to me), I've become quite the avid collector. Like so many others, I've treated myself to a new piece of jewellery to mark a special milestone, be it a new job or reaching a personal goal. I've invested in others to honour someone in my family, and I always look to give jewellery as meaningful gifts (I'm currently on the lookout for a vintage locket to give my goddaughter upon her Christening). However, this doesn't mean my jewellery box is filled with high-end pieces—far from it! Most of what I do own is vintage, and the rest is genuinely very affordable. Not that people believe me, as I have developed an eye for finding could-be-designer jewellery. And my favourite place to stock up on expensive-looking jewellery is Amazon.
You would never know something in this jewellery stack cost £8, right?
I've already written at length about my love for the Bottega Veneta teardrop earring lookalikes I found on Amazon last year, so I won't rehash that tale. However, I do want to bring to your attention my latest Amazon jewellery purchase, which I'd argue is even better.
2024 was the year that bangles made a comeback. As someone who hasn't worn wristwear—save for a watch—for a while, I was tentative to invest too much money into the trend. So, I headed to Amazon to see what I could tag on to my Prime delivery. It took a while—as you know there is lots to sift through on there—but, eventually, I happened upon a gold oval bangle in a high-end yellow gold colourway and with an integrated clasp which keeps the lines of the bangle clean and refined looking. At £10, it was a no brainer, and the next-day delivery meant it would arrive in time for my Italian holiday which was 48 hours away.
When it arrived, I was blown away by the quality; it's weighty and and solid, and feels very premium in hand. On the wrist, it looks just as good, too! I have narrow wrists but I love how it drapes onto the hand, however, if you have bigger wrists, there's more than enough room to ensure you still have some movement. I bought it back in July and, hand on heart, I've worn it nearly every day since. The clincher? It looks just as good as the day I bought it!
I wore my Amazon bangle to fashion week, where people assumed it was designer.
It hasn't tarnished nor left any green marks on my skin and, if I'm being truthful, I wore it everywhere on holiday—in the ocean and also in the pool—all while slathering on sunscreen. And it still looks brand new. It makes me sick to think that I've spent 15 times that amount on jewellery before only for it to discolour within a couple of weeks. I've since worn it to weddings, for meetings and to London Fashion Week, and people always assume it's designer. I'm no gatekeeper, so you can imagine our shared delight when I reveal that it's from Amazon.
It blends in seamlessly with the designer accessories I own, further attesting to its chicness.
So, when my colleagues asked me if there was anything they should invest in to update their looks this season this was absolutely my first suggestion. Thankfully it is still in stock. So, if you want your outfits to look expensive and elegant, might I suggest treating yourself to this Amazon bangle before it goes. Scroll on to shop it, and to browse the other expensive-looking jewellery on Amazon that's caught my eye.
Shop My Expensive-Looking Amazon Bangle:
Style: 5/5
Quality: 5/5
Durability: 5/5
Versatility: 5/5
Cost-Efficiency: 5/5
Final Thoughts: This really is a lovely piece of jewellery. The fact it hasn't discoloured or left green marks on my skin is a testament to its quality and its simplicity gives it a designer feel. I know it's a bold claim, but this might just be the best thing I've bought on Amazon.
Shop More Expensive-Looking Jewellery on Amazon
My current rotation features my Amazon gold bangle and my Amazon teardrop earrings.
Tennis necklaces have the ability to make everything you wear look more expensive.
I own these in gold and silver, and still receive so many compliments on them.
If silver is more your thing, this tennis-style bracelet is simply stunning.
This set makes bracelet stacking so easy.
I wear gold hoop earrings every single day.
A bracelet-strap watch will always make your outfits look high-end.
I love the organic shape of this bangle.
