I’ve never been one for flashing a logo, but when it comes to sporting something with my name on it, I’m always on board. A personalized piece just feels special in a way that showing off a brand name, no matter how status-y, never will.
As a child, it was anything goes: Backpack, baseball cap, sweatshirt? Yes, please print my name or initials all over, and make them as big as possible. These days, I’m much more discerning, and a dainty piece of jewelry is all I really need. Paradoxically, wanting less is actually more difficult: There are only so many classic nameplate necklaces and simple, single-initial earrings one person can own, or wear, without getting burnt out or just plain bored. Plus, when everyone puts their personal stamp on the same style of jewelry, the inherent uniqueness ends up getting lost in the crowd.
Thankfully, there are plenty of designers out there who’ve clearly been reading my mind and have come up with some refreshingly not-basic ways to make my customized dreams come true — and I’ve rounded up some of the best options below. Keep scrolling for ways to make your next piece of jewelry a true stand-out.
