Sorry, Cashmere: Quince’s Jewelry Is Its Real Hidden Gem

It seems like everyone owns something from Quince these days, whether it’s ankle socks or silk sheets. The brand’s most underrated category, however, might be its jewelry. Mühlet, the cashmere sweaters and carry-on suitcases might get all the shine, but there are shockingly great deals to be found on everything from solid gold to lab-grown diamonds. Trust me: I’m a style editor who literally shops for a living.

To help you make the most of your money (and build a sweet jewelry capsule while you’re at it), I’m sharing five tips everyone should know before making a big jewelry purchase. Here’s everything I wish I knew when I started shopping for jewelry at Quince—and how you can find worthwhile fine jewelry on a limited budget.

Our top Quince jewelry picks

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Quince 14K Gold Lab-Grown Diamond Martini Studs

$298

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Quince White Sapphire Bar Necklace

$78

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Quince 14K Gold Lightweight Round Edge Band

$398

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Quince Freshwater Cultured Baroque Pearl Drop Earrings

$88

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Quince Open Contour Cuff Bracelet

$118

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1. The lab-grown diamonds are worth it.

We’ve done extensive research into buying lab-grown diamonds here at Glamour, and we named Quince the place to get the best value for your money. Considering both the hard facts (carat weight and materials) and the more subjective stuff (design and wearability), the brand offers pretty much unparalleled bang for your buck. While you might find sturdier construction or flashier designs elsewhere, it’s perfect for purchases like tennis bracelets, stud earrings, and engagement rings—the classics that make up your daily jewelry rotation. (Natural diamonds are also on offer.)

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Quince 14K Gold Lab-Grown Diamond Martini Studs

$298

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Quince 14k Gold Lab-Grown Diamond Tennis Bracelet

$1,400

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Quince 14K Gold Lab-Grown Diamond Graduated Bar Necklace

$350

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Quince Lab-Grown Diamond Round Comfort-Fit Engagement Ring

$900

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2. The everyday jewelry holds up.

I wear Quince jewelry genuinely every day: I wear (and swear by) the brand’s classic hoop earrings. They’ve never given me trouble in over two years of daily wear, and they still look pretty much brand-new. I’ve heard the same feedback about the rest of the brand’s daily pieces, too. And that’s not to say they aren’t trendy; the pieces below walk the line between timeless and timely. To maximize your wear, skip gold vermeil and instead go for solid pieces made of sterling silver or 14-karat gold. (I’ll explain more about why that is below.)

3. Sapphires offer the same look as diamonds for less.

When you love the look of diamonds, but aren’t working with a diamond budget, turn to sapphire. The gemstone is nearly as hard as diamond, meaning it’s great for extended wear, and it has a similar luster in its white form. While Quince’s selection of white sapphire is slightly limited, it’s a great option for quality jewelry that clocks in under $100 and appears way more expensive.

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Quince White Sapphire Bezel Hoops

$88

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Quince White Sapphire Triad Studs

$58

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Quince White Sapphire Bar Necklace

$78

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Quince White Sapphire Triple Bezel Drop Choker

$88

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4. Solid (and durable) gold is up for grabs.

While you’ll also find gold vermeil pieces—ones with a coating of gold over a base of sterling silver—the brand offers an extensive selection of 14-karat gold jewelry. That might not sound as impressive as, say, 24-karat gold, but the material is perfect for everyday wear. At this range, metals like copper, silver, and zinc are mixed in to help retain the gold’s strength and resist scratches. If you’re new to solid-gold jewelry, start here; you’ll thank yourself in the long run.

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Quince 14k Gold Everyday Hoops

$108

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Quince 14K Gold Lightweight Round Edge Band

$398

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Quince 14K Gold Interlock Necklace

$328

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Quince 14K Gold Oversized Stacking Bangle

$358

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5. The pearls are incredibly affordable.

Love the look of pearl jewelry? It can get expensive quickly—but Quince offers pieces starting under $100 that look exactly like pricier options from other brands. Take the pearl drop earrings below; a similar style from Mejuri (both are 18K gold vermeil) priced at $168, while Quince’s take comes in at $88. Build out your pearl collection with the cultured finds below. That’s just about the cheapest genuine pearl necklace I’ve seen anywhere, while those studs and that bracelet make perfect work jewelry.

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Quince Freshwater Cultured Baroque Pearl Drop Earrings

$88

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Quince Freshwater Cultured Pearl Station Bracelet

$88

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Quince 14K Gold Freshwater Cultured Pearl Strand Necklace

$198

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Quince 14K Gold Pearl and Diamond Petite Odette Studs

$148

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