Looking for new bracelets to update your jewellery collection? We’ve hand-picked 19 brilliant pieces you’ll want to wear imminently.
These days, all we’re after is an excuse to smile. Frankly, who doesn’t want that all the time anyway? Every jewellery fan knows the confidence-inducing power of a glitzy, dainty or statement piece, but it’s the bracelet in particular that holds a special place in our hearts. It’s called arm candy for a reason, right? This leads us to the next question – where do we begin our search?
Well, what better way to add to your bracelet collection than to support small businesses across the UK too? In fact, at Stylist we’ve gone so above and beyond to spotlight established and burgeoning indie brands that we’ve created our own e-commerce platform, The Drop by Stylist, to help with this very issue.
Host to over 350 brands across categories including accessories, beauty, homeware, fashion and everything in between (think plant care and dog-themed items), there’s something for everyone.
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Not sure where to start? We’ve hand-picked a selection of the most stylish options you’ll want to wear daily. From on-trend Y2K beaded bracelets to intricate pearl-focused options and undulating drop pendant bracelets, there’s sure to be something that’ll catch your eye.
Scroll down to find your next arm candy addition…
Jack & Freda Seed Bead Bracelet
The Drop: Jack and Freda Seed Bead Bracelets If you’re taking a leaf out of the boho chic playbook, Jack & Freda’s delicate glass bead bracelets are a good place to start channelling the laidback aesthetic.
Handcrafted by the brand’s founder Kylie Dunn, they’re the ideal way to dabble in the popular beaded bracelet trend when you don’t want to go all out. Stack them up or mix with your existing collection: the choice is yours.
Shop Jack & Freda Seed Bead Bracelet at The Drop, £13
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Yala Odok Thorn Edge Bracelet
The Drop: Yala Jewelley Odok Bracelet As Bella Hadid, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Zendaya prove, minimalist bracelets are always on point when it comes to accessories. If you’re looking for a piece that’s ever so slightly unique, Bristol-based label Yala Jewellery’s Odok thorn-edge cuff bracelet ticks all the boxes.
In 24k gold-plate or a high-shine silver chrome, its design is inspired by the thorny plants and bushes found in the Kenyan landscape, which happens to be where founder Audrey Migot-Adholla spends time working with local artisans who craft each piece by hand.
Shop Yala Odok Thorn Edge Bracelet at The Drop, £55
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My Doris Rainbow Charm Bracelet
The Drop: My Doris Charm Bracelet Colourful beaded wrist-stacking is an art form we never tire of, whether we’re heading to a festival, bottomless brunch or just to the park. And this rainbow evil eye bracelet – handcrafted in Turkey – ticks all the boxes with its crayon-bright beads and boho charms. And at this price, we suggest snapping one up for all your bracelet-loving friends, too…
Shop My Doris Rainbow Charm Bracelet at The Drop, £16
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Esa Evans Good Times Disco Bangles
The Drop: Esa Evans Disco Bangle Good Times: a disco classic from 70s band Chic, the summary of your summer so far and the energy you’re bringing to future occasions; it’s a phrase we want to keep with us all the time. Thanks to British jewellery brand Esa Evans, we can do it in style, thanks to its Good Times gold chunky bangle – available at an exclusive Stylist price.
Made from 18ct gold-plated stainless steel, it’s designed to hug your wrist – whether worn alone or stacked as part of your festival attire. The choice is yours.
Shop Esa Evans Good Times Disco Bangles at The Drop, £32
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A Weathered Penny Cable Chain Bracelet
The Drop: A Weathered Penny Cable Chain Bracelet Paperclip-inspired cable chains have become a fixture in the fashion world, from the mid-size chains shown at Chanel’s recent catwalk show to Alexa Chung wearing a chunky chain necklace. Translating the look into enviable arm candy is A Weathered Penny with its bracelet version, available in both gold and silver.
The elegant, elongated loops are adjustable, thanks to the bracelet’s 3cm extension. When you’re looking to keep it minimalist, wear alone, or layer with this season’s popular beaded bracelets for a more textured look.
Shop A Weathered Penny Cable Chain Bracelet at The Drop, £22
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Anouska Georgia London Ibiza Smile Bracelet
The Drop: The Drop Anouska Georgia London Smile Bracelet If you haven’t yet experimented with Y2K style à la Dua Lipa and Bella Hadid, dipping your toe (or arm) into the nostalgic waters is as easy as adding Anouska Georgia London’s Ibiza Smile beaded bracelet to your jewellery collection.
Made from a combination of bright multi-coloured beads and featuring a pearl smiley face pendant, this bracelet adds playfulness into any look, from white vests and high-rise denim shorts to plain linen midi dresses. And with every bracelet featuring a unique bead configuration, we’ll be going full Y2K and stacking them high.
Shop Anouska Georgia London Ibiza Smile Bracelet at The Drop, £15
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Anouska Georgia London ‘Carrie’ Personalised Name Bracelet 24ct Gold
The Drop: Anouska Georgia London Carrie Bracelet If there’s one style icon who’s synonymous with nameplate jewellery, it’s Carrie Bradshaw. And while nameplate necklaces have traditionally been the focus, for those who want to mix it up, there’s the Sienna Miller-approved jewellery label Anouska Georgia London who has created the perfect nameplate bracelet
Made from 24ct gold and allowing for up to seven characters, this style has a modern-day update in the form of its thicker chain that taps into the current trend towards chunky Y2K-style bracelets. Whatever your outfit – summer dresses, linen co-ords and basic vests with midi dresses – the Carrie bracelet works with them all.
Shop Anouska Georgia London ‘Carrie’ Personalised Name Bracelet 24ct Gold at The Drop, £22
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Loveness Lee Okan Recycled Silver Bracelet
The Drop: Loveness Lee Okan Bracelet Loveness Lee’s Okan bracelet understands this season’s arm candy assignment: clean, simple lines with strong detailing. Made in small batches, this dainty chain with a disc-shaped drop features remarkable fragments of lab-grown sapphire and ruby gemstones meant to represent the powerful organ that is the heart.
Available with an exclusive 20% off only on The Drop, all that’s left to do is choose from three options: recycled sterling silver and sapphire gemstones or 18ct gold-plated sterling silver with ruby or sapphire gemstones. Looks like you’ve just solved the big birthday and job promotion gift dilemma…
Shop Loveness Lee Okan Recycled Silver Bracelet at The Drop, £124
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Esa Evans Profanity Bangles
The Drop: Esa Evans Swearing Bangle On the outside, these bangles by British jewellery label Esa Evans look elegant, minimalist and office-appropriate. But on the inside, they’re discreetly etched with a choice of two messages: ‘Calm As Fuck’ or ‘Fierce As Fuck’.
Available in polished steel or 18k yellow gold plate, they’ll give you a hidden dose of reassurance and motivation before big days. Layer up with other bracelets and cuffs or keep it simple and wear alone; for the perfect fit, simply squeeze the bangle tighter.
Shop Esa Evans Profanity Bangles at The Drop, £30
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Formation Co Multi Strand Pearl Bracelet
The Drop: Formation Co Multi Strand Pearl Bracelet When a bracelet is exclusive to The Drop by Stylist, features multiple strands to help create the illusion of a wrist stack and is adorned with a gold-encased pearl stone, it’s pretty much our favourite thing ever.
Rather than spending hours curating a wrist stack, Formation Co’s multi-strand bracelet does all the hard work for you, thanks to its two snake and oval chains. Plus, the addition of the chunky pearl stone ticks yet another ‘on trend’ box, with other jewellery brands currently falling over themselves to launch pearl-encrusted collections.
Shop Formation Co Multi Strand Pearl Bracelet at The Drop, £40
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Muru Jewellery Mother and Child Star Bracelet
The Drop: Muru Mother And Child Bracelet Celestial jewellery has been having a moment and Muru’s mother and child bead bracelet happens to channel the trend while also giving it a different meaning. The two-star design represents the strong bond between a mother and child, making it a timeless piece to gift whether it’s Mother’s Day or not.
Made from 18-carat gold-plated vermeil on sterling silver, not only does this bracelet look great, but Muru has teamed up with Mum’s Aid so 10% of its profits from the piece goes straight to pregnant women and new mothers who need counselling and support, which is even better.
Shop Muru Jewellery Mother and Child Star Bracelet at The Drop, £25
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Cleo Magick Time Roman Numeral Bracelet
The Drop: Cleo Magick Time Roman Numeral Bracelet Love the look of a stacked wrist but haven’t found the right statement piece yet? This cut-out Roman numeral and cubic zirconia-studded bangle is here for you.
Reminiscent of pieces by illustrious jewellery brands such as Cartier and Bulgari, the gold-plated stainless steel bracelet is designed to remind you of the passing of time and encourage you to make the most of life.
Shop Cleo Magick Time Roman Numeral Bracelet at The Drop, £35
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Formation Co The Droplet Bracelet
Formation Co Droplet Bracelet Love the look of a stacked wrist party but can’t be bothered with fiddling around with multiple bracelets and their tricky clasps? Formation Co’s Droplet bracelet – available at a special price exclusively on The Drop – is here to help, thanks to its clever double chain and textured charms that are inspired by water drops.
“Delicate jewellery with abstract details is a trend we can all get on board with and this bracelet is a great everyday option,” says Stylist’s acting executive fashion director Kitty McGee. “Wear yours with everything from a fine knit, jeans and sandals to a cotton maxi dress and 90s sunglasses.”
Made from 18-carat gold-plated silver, the bracelet is hypoallergenic and has a handy adjustable clasp so the fit can be customised.
Shop Formation Co The Droplet Bracelet at The Drop, £24
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Esa Evans Personalised Candy Heart Bangle
Esa Evans Candy Heart Bangle With a special price for The Drop, Esa Evans’ sweet Candy Heart Bangle is available to personalise with initials or a name up to five characters.
Perfect for stacking, the candy heart forms the clasp for the simple bracelet and measures 1.6cm high x 1.7cm wide. Based in Whitstable, the brand specifically works in stainless steel thanks to its eco-credentials and superhero levels of survival.
Shop Esa Evans Personalised Candy Heart Bangle at The Drop, £30
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Florence London Signature Initial Bangle, 18ct Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
The Drop: Florence London Initial Bangle Simple, sleek bangles in precious metals are a design classic: just look at the enduring popularity of Cartier’s iconic Love bracelet. This colour-block take on the timeless trend comes courtesy of British jewellery label Florence London, with £10 off exclusively on The Drop.
Start with a bracelet base of 18 carat gold, rose gold or silver, add a glossy strip of colour (choose between red, black, grey, cream, turquoise and pink) and top with a chic initial.
Shop Florence London Signature Initial Bangle, 18ct Gold, Rose Gold, Silver at The Drop, £75
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Junk Jewels Opal Starburst Charm Bracelet
Junk Jewels Opal Starbust Bracelet From Taylor Swift to Fearne Cotton, Junk Jewels has fans in high places. Run by sisters Mollie and Zoe, the brand’s vintage-inspired styles make it easy to see why. Case in point: the brand’s opal starburst charm bracelet.
Available in gold, silver or rose gold plate, the dainty chain is set with miniature eight-point stars that are studded with iridescent opals and glisten when exposed to light.
Plus, thanks to the extendable chain, it’s designed to fit every wrist size. Got a jewellery-loving friend with a birthday on the horizon? Presented in a branded gift box, the bracelet makes the perfect present-slash-keepsake that they’ll treasure for a lot longer than flowers or chocolate.
Shop Junk Jewels Opal Starburst Charm Bracelet at The Drop, £26
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The Sunshine Club Club Tropicana Pearl Custom Bracelet
The Sunshine Club Club Tropicana Pearl Bracelet Nostalgic beaded bracelets, but make them posh. “The gold-plated Club Tropicana bracelet combines two of summer’s biggest jewellery trends with freshwater pearls and brightly coloured beads, creating an adult version of our beloved childhood creations,” says Billie Bhatia, Stylist’s beauty and fashion features director.
Made to order by founder and designer Jodie, who started The Sunshine Club during the first lockdown of 2020, these bracelets are the ideal way to add some unexpected fun to your wrist stack.
Shop The Sunshine Club Club Tropicana Pearl Custom Bracelet at The Drop, £20
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Posh Totty Designs Initial Letter Charm Bracelet
The Drop: Posh Totty Designs Initial Letter Charm Founded 16 years ago by Alice, who learned jewellery making from Mayan jewellers in Mexico, Posh Totty Designs create personalised and bespoke pieces that make for incredibly thoughtful gifts.
This letter initial bracelet features a delicate letter charm suspended on an extra fine 19cm bracelet chain and is made in their Brighton studio.
Choose from 925 sterling silver with the option of 18ct yellow gold or 18ct rose gold plating (making it suitable for those with nickel allergies).
Shop Posh Totty Designs Initial Letter Charm Bracelet at The Drop, £22.50
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The Sunshine Club London Pearl Charm Bracelet
Sunshine Club London Pearl Bracelet Once the domain of the Queen and Madonna circa 1984, pearl jewellery is officially back on the style radar – and we’re loving The Sunshine Club’s take. “Necklaces and bracelets like this one with slightly irregular-shaped pearls are trending right now,” agrees Stylist’s acting executive fashion director Kitty McGee.
While no two pieces are alike due to the individual nature of freshwater pearls, you can up the ante by adding up to nine letter or number charms to the bracelet, making it an ideal present for birthdays or bridesmaids.
Founder and designer Jodie started The Sunshine Club during the first lockdown in 2020, inspired by all her favourite travel destinations, but this bestselling bracelet is named after her hometown of London.
Shop The Sunshine Club London Pearl Charm Bracelet at The Drop, £25
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