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10 Black-Owned Jewelry Brands You Need To Know

Sparkle and shine.
10 Black-Owned Jewelry Brands You Need To Know
Photo: Soko
By Jennifer Ford · Updated August 27, 2024

Whether you’re into sleek, minimalist designs or bold, statement pieces, there’s a wealth of Black-owned jewelry brands offering just what you need. For those who love personalized accessories, Melanie Marie is the perfect stop for bespoke creations. For those with exquisite taste, ManLuu and Almasika are your go-to’s for fine jewels. And if you want bling on a budget, look no further than Ten Wilde’s beautifully crafted pieces that won’t break the bank. In honor of National Black Business Month, we’ve curated a selection of Black-owned jewelry brands you need to have on your radar, plus sparkly things that will take your ‘fits up several notches.

Almasika
Berceau Diamond Necklace

“Eccentric,” “timeless,” and “elegant” are a few words you could use to describe Almasika—the Chicago-based fine jewelry brand seen on the likes of Viola Davis and Michelle Obama. Disclaimer: You’ll want everything on their site.

Available at Almasika
1950 Shop Now
Isshi
Mini Vertebrate Drop Earrings

Isshi is a destination for hand-crafted jewelry with an imaginative flare. Each piece touts unique elements, ranging from semi-precious stones to sparkly Swarovski crystals.

Available at Nordstrom
175 Shop Now
Soko Njia Dangle Hoops
Njia Dangle Hoops

Soko crafts beautiful, 24k gold-plated and recycled glass jewelry that showcases the skill of Kenyan artisans.

Available at Soko
268 Soko Njia Dangle Hoops Shop Now
Bychari
Sade Hoops

Bychari’s pieces are perfect for jewelry lovers who appreciate minimalism.

Available at Amazon
75 Shop Now
ManLuu

ManLuu offers geometric jewelry designs inspired by Creole culture, and each piece strikes the perfect balance between playfulness and elegance.

Available at Nordstrom
700 Shop Now
Bernard James
Tory Sterling Silver Bracelet

If you’re in the market for fine jewelry, you don’t want to skip over the timeless pieces from Bernard James—all of which are handcrafted with superior attention to detail.

Available at Saks Fifth Avenue
990 Shop Now
Khiry
Tiny Khartoum Gold Vermeil Embellished Hoop Earrings

Created by artist and designer Jameel Mohamed, Khiry is your home base for afro-futurism-inspired jewelry.

Available at Saks Fifth Avenue
195 Was $325 Shop Now
Melanie Marie
Personalized Nameplate Necklace

If you’re in the market for custom jewelry, Melanie Marie has you covered. The brand offers everything from shiny nameplate necklaces to personalized earrings and bracelets.

Available at Nordstrom
90 Shop Now
Ten Wilde
Eden Ring

Ten Wilde is an all-gold jewelry brand that offers trendy and timeless pieces for the modern woman.

Available at Ten Wilde
45 Shop Now
Valencia Key
Peace Bracelet

Valencia Key describes her jewelry as “wearable joy.” Each piece serves as a momento to let your inner light shine.

Available at Amazon
105 Shop Now

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