Bracelets to Have in Your Jewelry Box

When it comes to bracelets for women, chains, bangles, metals, and gemstones, they’re all fair game. But the best bracelet to have in your arsenal don’t fall into a specific mold. We might even say that diversifying your bracelet portfolio can have maximum effect. Like most jewelry categories, there is a subtle art to curating a look with more than one piece. And when you style them, there isn’t a steadfast formula. It’s really what fits the ’fit or the vibe of the day.

Let’s be clear that we’re not encouraging you to forgo an Arm Party (that is, stacks of bracelets of all iterations and textures) if that’s your cup of tea. But a refined edit of select bracelets can work just as well in these formations: single, doubled up the arm, or matching *Wonder Woman–*esque cuffs. Of the latter category, we’d recommend pieces of substance, like the Tiffany Elsa Peretti bone cuffs or Verdura Maltese Cross cuffs à la Coco Chanel herself.

Often the most successful approach to bracelets is keeping it simple. Mixed tones of similar styles, a couple of chain options, or one single gold bangle are plenty. The more complex the equation, the trickier to wind yourself out of. Below, our easy-to-use guide to the best bracelets for women.

The Gemstone Edit

A pop of color or sparkle adds something unexpected to more refined options.

The Bangle Edit

Often satisfying in weight and sound (the familiar jingle and clank when wearing more than one), bangles are great as singles or doubled to add texture.

The Cuff Edit

Worn as a single or one on each arm, these cuffs are an easy way to make an impact with jewelry.

The Chain Edit

Heavy chain bracelets are as much of a statement as a cuff. More delicate options, like the charm bracelets, add intrigue to the bracelets.