Tennis Necklaces You Can Actually Afford
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Because club dues are expensive enough
The tennis necklace is a forever classic. And this simple, elegant style has continued to dominate wishlists. At the root of the resurgence? Versatility. Tennis necklaces can be worn for work or weekend, during the day or evening, with jeans or with a ball gown—you catch our drift.
Springing for the real thing is certainly worth the splurge. However, if you’re just looking to try out the look, we’ve found some surprisingly affordable options, priced just right for impulse purchasing. And we do mean “surprisingly.” A strand of real stones is likely to run around $20,000—or more.
Everything below is $250—or less!
Tish
Bicoastal designer JesseRay Vasquez is a master of the mix. His aesthetic seamlessly blends the casual glamour of the west coast with fast-paced New York City life. His demi-fine pieces, like this necklace, combine elements of fine- and fashion-jewelry. The best of both worlds.
Nickho Rey “Tish” Tennis necklace, $198
Dina
All that glitters isn’t gold, or even diamonds. Pamela Rachel Mufson, the designer behind Ela Rae, has an eye for what she calls “uncomplicated luxury,” which shines through in her innovative take on a tennis necklace. In lieu of gems, it’s etched sterling silver that twinkles.
Ela Rae “Dina” star collar necklace, $128
Deluxe
For minimalist style with maximalist sparkle, look to the experts in light-catching crystal: Swarovski. The house’s famously luminous jewels have a shimmer that’s anything but subtle, even when set in a simple, delicate strand.
Swarovski “Tennis Deluxe” necklace, $250
Glitz
Mother-daughter duo Emma and Jordanna combine two generations of design experience—including dual degrees from the Gemological Institute of America—to create accessible pieces like this mix-and-matchable necklace we’d double up on.
Jordan Road “Glitz” 2.5mm necklace, $225
Baroness
Designer Melinda Maria doesn’t believe you have to sacrifice good quality for a good price. Her Baroness tennis necklace, featuring 81 simulated diamonds, is a brilliant case in point.
Melinda Maria 15” “Baroness” necklace with simulated champagne diamonds, $185
Riviere
Haven’t heard of Dorsey? Meet the LA-based cool-girl brand on a mission to revive vintage-inspired costume pieces for daily wear. (Insider tip: Dorsey’s happy customers say their pieces are constantly mistaken for the real deal.)
Dorsey “Kate Riviere” necklace, from $310
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