Pandora opened the doors to highly customizable jewelry, but over the years their prices have crept up and styles became a little repetitive for my taste.
Luckily many other brands have stepped in to fill the void!
Chamilia
Like Pandora, Chamilia offers a huge selection of customizable bracelets, charms, beads and accessories.
Their products have a similar delicate, feminine look but they offer way more options for personalization.
I especially love their sparkly charm locks like the heart-shaped Brilliant Lock that adds 49 sparkling cubic zirconia stones to your bracelet.
So gorgeous!
They also have leather wraps in fun colors like blush pink, mint green and buttercream to customize your look.
Chamilia has an exclusive Disney collection with everything from Mickey Mouse heads to Frozen-inspired snowflake beads.
It’s perfect for the Disney fanatic who wants to rep their fave characters in jewelry form.
I also appreciate that Chamilia regularly releases new collections based on trends, holidays, causes etc.
So there’s always something fresh to mix into your stack.
Prices are super affordable too – charms start at around $35 which is noticeably less than Pandora.
Chamilia also frequently offers promos like buy 2 get 1 free.
Their outlet section has charms for as low as $10!
Chamilia is definitely your best bet for variety, customization and affordability.
I’ve been able to curate a totally unique bracelet stack on a budget thanks to their wide selection.
10/10 recommend!
Monet
If you love the European style of Pandora but want something with more glitz, check out Monet!
They specialize in crystal jewelry with lots of brilliant stones, pretty filigree beads and Gatsby-era inspired designs.
Their bracelets and necklaces have a glam yet vintage vibe but look modern at the same time.
I’m obsessed with their station necklaces that let you add different crystal-encrusted charms like hearts, moons, flowers etc.
They lay perfectly on the neckline for a statement cocktail look.
Monet’s charm bracelets are also to-die-for – I love the ones with swinging floral charms that add eye-catching movement.
Their earrings are super unique too, like their Crystal Splash Studs that look like water droplets or the Sterling Bow Earrings with pave crystals.
So sparkly and special!
I especially adore their heart and butterfly charms – they add pretty pops of color to any jewelry stack.
Monet is sold at department stores like Macy’s and their prices are super reasonable.
Their bracelets start at just $38!
Paparazzi
Get your bling fix for $5 or less with Paparazzi!
This company sells literal tons of different jewelry all at crazy affordable prices.
Rings, earrings, necklaces – they have it all in every style imaginable.
Their pieces may not be fine jewelry but they look way more luxe than the price suggests.
Paparazzi is perfect for trying of-the-moment trends without breaking the bank.
Like their Five Row Blingle Tennis Bracelet which is an on-trend wide tennis bracelet stacked with 4 other sparkly bands.
All for just $5!
They have dupes of designer pieces too, like their Solar Flare necklace inspired by the Van Cleef Frivole flower necklace.
I love being able to get the look for less.
You can find local Paparazzi consultants to shop from or buy online through their website.
Their inventory changes constantly which makes it easy to keep my accessories looking fresh.
At these prices, you really can’t go wrong with Paparazzi!
Alex and Ani
Alex and Ani is known for their expandable wire charm bangles, making them a great Pandora bracelet alternative.
Their patented expandable bangles come in different metal finishes like shiny, matte and textured.
You can then slide on your choice of their cute, dainty charms.
Alex and Ani’s charm designs have a boho vibe with lots of nature-inspired and symbolic options.
One of my faves is their Evil Eye charm which is said to provide protection.
They also have birthstone charms, initials, hearts, moons…so many options to customize your bracelet stack!
And their products are eco-friendly too – the bangles and charms are made from recycled metals.
Alex and Ani’s bangles start around $28 and charms are $38+, so the prices are similar to Pandora.
The quality and uniqueness is well worth it in my opinion!
Baublebar
Baublebar offers super trendy jewelry perfect for spicing up your daily outfits.
If you love Pandora but wish they had more modern and youthful styles, this is the brand for you.
Baublebar has a huge selection of mix-and-match bead bracelets, necklaces, earrings and rings.
I especially love their Pisa Bracelet which features colorful glass beads, evil eyes, initials and other charms on a gold or silver bangle base.
You can customize it with your choice of 10 charms for $48 – so affordable!
Their earrings are trendy too, like the Celestial sphere studs decorated with pearls and stones.
And their engravable bar necklaces are a bestseller – you can get your name or a custom message inscribed on a gold or silver bar pendant.
So many ways to make their pieces your own!
Prices range from around $12 for basic charms up to $88 for bracelet sets.
So the quality is great for the mid-range cost.
If you want of-the-moment jewelry, Baublebar is a must-try!
Mejuri
Minimalists, this one’s for you!
Canadian brand Mejuri is your go-to for delicate, everyday fine jewelry with a modern sensibility.
Their pieces are simple yet striking, made from solid 14k and 18k gold vermeil and sterling silver.
I love Mejuri’s personally engraved necklaces, like the sculptural Triangle necklace you can customize with a name, date or word in petite lettering.
Their Croissant Dôme Hoops are a bestseller too – chic, lightweight hoops great for everyday wear.
They also have stackable thin bands called Duets so you can curate your own refined stack.
Mejuri’s curated collections all have a cohesive, cool-girl vibe, or you can easily mix-and-match.
Their pieces have heirloom-quality craftsmanship but totally modern style.
Now this is fine jewelry I can get behind!
Kendra Scott
Looking for jewelry that makes a statement?
Kendra Scott’s signature bright stones and bold shapes never fail to turn heads.
This Texas-based brand lets you customize necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings with colorful stones and charms for an effect that’s both elegant and eye-catching.
Some of my faves are their Elisa Pendant Necklace that you can choose a stone for – it makes such a pretty pop against the gold chain.
I also love the Daisy Personalizable Cuff; you can add different letter charms to spell out words or names.
Kendra Scott has statement earrings too like the Kaelyn Drop Earrings with pear-shaped stones.
Kendra Scott may not be the most budget-friendly, with most pieces ranging from $50-$250, but the striking designs and great quality mean their pieces are forever keepsakes.
It’s the kind of jewelry I wear on vacations, date nights, parties – anytime I want to stand out!
BaubleStar
Get major bang for your buck with BaubleStar.
This online boutique has a huge selection of jewelry that looks way more expensive than it is.
We’re talking designer-dupe earrings for as low as $10, customizable gemstone bracelets for $20-$30 and dainty necklaces from just $12.
BaubleStar makes it easy to recreate the mixed metal Pandora look on a budget.
Some of my faves are their Sorrell Snake Chain Bracelet with removable charms like a star, evil eye and heart.
Or the Monaco Heart Drop earrings that are dead ringers for the Tiffany Heart earrings at a fraction of the price!
They have all the layering essentials to help create your signature stack too like chokers, pendants, hoops and more.
The affordable prices mean you can stock up on BaubleStar pieces to switch up your style daily without breaking the bank!
Gorjana
Gorjana is a mid-range line with that laidback SoCal vibe.
Their pieces mix boho charm with contemporary design for jewelry you can wear day to night.
I especially love their engraved bracelets and necklaces.
The Parker Engravable Adjustable Bracelet comes in silver or gold plate and you can customize it with a word, initials or date.
I have one engraved with my daughter’s birth date and wear it daily!
Gorjana’s necklaces are cute too, like the personalized Avery Disc Necklace or their birthstone Emma Disc Necklace.
Gorjana also has full collections of layered necklaces, delicate chains and stacking bracelets so you can achieve a customized look.
With prices from $38-$78 for most items, they’re reasonable for the quality and uniqueness.
Swarovski
For sparkle that rivals the stars in the night sky, you can’t go wrong with Swarovski.
This legendary Austrian brand is renowned for their crystal jewelry that refracts light for maximum fire and brilliance.
Swarovski’s charm bracelets let you customize their signature clear or colored crystal tennis bracelets.
Their charms are so glam, like the Pink Crystal Heart or the Sparkling Dance Frou Frou.
I also love their Cosmic Long Pendants which feature a crystal charm dangling from a long chain – so dramatic!
Or opt for a dazzling personalized necklace, earrings or ring to add some serious wattage to your look.
The quality of these pieces is unmatched – Swarovski is luxury jewelry without the insane price tags.
Expect to pay $50-$150 for most charms and bracelets.