Trend: Affordable fine jewellery collections from luxury brands

July 12, 2018

By Jodie Smith

3 min read

Over the last few years I have noticed an ongoing trend in luxury watches and fine jewellery for creating more affordable lines, with ‘entry level’ price points; accessible to jewellery fans of younger age. One of the most obvious benefits in owning one of these pieces is that they have been created by a luxury brand, with the same level of craftsmanship and high quality materials as all the other jewels under the same name. Delicate pieces by Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Boucheron and many world famous are perceived as status symbol, no matter which collection they belong to. In this article, I will introduce you to iconic collections that will not break the bank.

href=”https://www.tiffany.co.uk/” rel=”noopener noreferrer” target=”_blank”>Tiffany & Co.

Tiffany & Co.’s latest  ‘Tiffany T’ line features fine jewellery in yellow and white 18k gold with ‘T Smile’ earring priced at £515, increasing to £1,225 for the diamond studded version of this same design. The line includes incrementally larger versions of the ‘T Smile’ pendant necklaces, bracelets, and rings, catering for a spectrum of budgets. The chic design is streamlined and simple, making this line perfect for those looking to add a Tiffany & Co. piece to a growing fine jewellery collection.

Tiffany & Co. 'T Smile' pendants in white, yellow and rose gold with diamonds

Tiffany & Co. 'T Smile' pendants in white, yellow and rose gold with diamonds

 Tiffany & Co. 'T Smile' earrings with diamonds in yellow gold

Tiffany & Co. 'T Smile' earrings with diamonds in yellow gold

 Tiffany & Co. 'T Smile' earrings in yellow gold

Tiffany & Co. 'T Smile' earrings in yellow gold

href=”https://www.dior.com/couture/en_gb/jewellery?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIk-D0n9GK3AIVJhbTCh2TtAWnEAAYASAAEgIcYfD_BwE” rel=”noopener noreferrer” target=”_blank”>Dior

One of the easiest ways to buy into high jewellery luxury brands is to select pieces which have fewer diamond and gemstone embellishments, and Dior’s ‘Oui’ and ‘Bois de Rose’ collections fit the bill perfectly. The gold pieces are simplistic, stackable and feature a trend led design – the usual Dior price-tag does not apply to these pieces, but purchasing still allows you to buy into the prestige of the brand. 

Dior Joaillerie 'Oui' ring in yellow and white gold with diamonds

Dior Joaillerie 'Oui' ring in yellow and white gold with diamonds

 Dior Joaillerie 'Bois de Rose' ring in rose gold

Dior Joaillerie 'Bois de Rose' ring in rose gold

 Dior Joaillerie 'Bois de Rose' ring in diamonds and yellow gold

Dior Joaillerie 'Bois de Rose' ring in diamonds and yellow gold

 Dior Joaillerie 'Bois de Rose' earrings in yellow gold

Dior Joaillerie 'Bois de Rose' earrings in yellow gold

 Dior Joaillerie 'Bois de Rose' ring in diamonds and white gold

Dior Joaillerie 'Bois de Rose' ring in diamonds and white gold

href=”https://www.chopard.com/uk/” rel=”noopener noreferrer” target=”_blank”>Chopard

Chopard’s ‘Ice Cube’ is another line which has proved to be popular due to the uncomplicated nature of its design. The most affordable piece is the 18k ethically certified ‘Fairmined’ white gold ‘Ice Cube Pure’ ring, priced at only £635. The range climbs in price with the introduction of diamonds throughout the jewellery, but here the distinguishable yet straightforward design is the draw of these pieces.

Chopard 'Ice Cube Pure' rings in white, rose and yellow gold with diamonds

Chopard 'Ice Cube Pure' rings in white, rose and yellow gold with diamonds

 Chopard 'Ice Cube Pure' bracelet in yellow gold with diamonds

Chopard 'Ice Cube Pure' bracelet in yellow gold with diamonds

 Chopard 'Ice Cube Pure' bar earrings in white and rose gold with diamonds

Chopard 'Ice Cube Pure' bar earrings in white and rose gold with diamonds

Whether you are looking for fine jewellery to give as a gift, or for pieces which will begin a lifelong jewellery collection, then consider some of the world’s finest jewellery brands and their designs which offer luxury for less.

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