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Best Jewelry Stores in Los Angeles

Forget the flowers. No matter what any female says, she'd much rather receive a pink topaz than pink peonies. Whether it's gifting her with something semi-precious or a stunning costume piece, the grand gesture is bound to incite joy. Therefore, we've curated a list of the top six jewelry stores that have extraordinary offerings and will surely bring something special and sparkling to your special someone. Want more ideas? Visit our original list of the Best Stores to Get Jewelry in LA.

What are your favorite jewelry stores in LA? Share in the comments below!

Helen Ficolora
461 N Canon Dr
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
(310) 777-0098
www.helenficalora.com

Located on boutique-filled Little Santa Monica Boulevard, the small jewelry shop specializes in an original assortment of fanciful, customizable charms. Therefore, if you have a new mom in your life looking to wear a "new initial" or just someone who just loves the design-it-yourself thing, this is your place. Offered in yellow, white and pink gold, necklaces, rings, and earrings are simple, delicate and may include a diamond or two. It's all up to you. Or, if you need a starting point, simply ask to see the pre-arranged multi-charm combinations.

XIV Karats
314 S. Beverly Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
(310) 551-1212
www.xivkarats.com

A Beverly Hills institution, this expansive always-crowded jewelry store has a ton of fine merchandise at exceptional prices. Essentially, it resembles a showroom you might find in the Jewelry District Downtown but it doesn't come with the trek and parking obstacles (an attached lot with validated parking is available). With everything from mini sapphire-encrusted hoops to gargantuan engagement rings, the shop will not let you leave empty-handed. Additionally, custom orders are welcome, so if you have an insanely expensive design in mind, bring a picture in and one of the many XIV-Karat masters will help duplicate it. The trick here is that the price you see on the piece you're interested in is actually half or sometimes more off!

Alexis Bittar
1612 Abbot Kinney Blvd.
Venice, CA 90291
(310) 452-6901
www.alexisbittar.com

The globally-known, famed jewelry designer has made quite a name for himself over the past decade. Simply put, he has that X-factor when it comes to designing, always blending modern flair with unique elegance. Plus, a lot of his creations are big and bold, so just a single piece brings unparalleled chicness in seconds. Finds span from oversized metal chokers to lucite-and-crystal bangles to estate-esque diamond rings ready to be offered up as an engagement surprise. His stores are designed with a slight nod to the glamorous ʼ70s (taxidermy included) too, which means you're in for a full-throttle shopping experience.

Broken English
225 26th Street, #17
Santa Monica, California 90402
(310) 458-2724
www.brokenenglishjewelry.com

Head over to the charming Brentwood Country Mart and prepare to swoon over jewelry pieces from local jewelry designers and more at Broken English. The store offers well priced diamond eternity bands, mini star rings, zig-zag rings, as well as other stylish jewelry. From rings, to bangles, necklaces, bracelets and earrings to pendants and more, there's plenty to love at this shop.

J.R.'s Diamonds and Jewelry
14522 Ventura Blvd.
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
(818) 789-8303
www.jrsdiamonds.com

A quaint family-run shop on Ventura Boulevard in Sherman Oaks, this go-to "gem" is small but offers a wide variety of on-trend custom creations. The owners can also reproduce or think up just about anything you want with reasonable price tags to boot. One visit and you'll be hooked, especially after you see the extraordinary engagement-ring settings, assortment of stone-heavy stacked bands, and bejeweled drop earrings that look Oscars-ready. And to top it all off, the helpful staff is ready to please without any hint of a hoity toitiness.

Peter Norman
Peter Norman
11640 San Vicente Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 820-8787
www.peternorman.com

Owner Peter Norman and his expert staff are always ready to please in their intimate, luxurious setting which makes anyone swoon with its dreamy hand-crafted pieces. Norman's one-of-a-kind, fine jewelry designs are famous in Los Angeles and guarantee a jaw-dropping reaction from the recipient. Slowly scale the cases of engagement rings, statement earrings and delicate tennis bracelets that incorporate canaries, emeralds, rubies and beyond. And, if you want to play jewelry designer, Norman loves the thought of it and will do anything to make your vision a dazzling reality.

Sarah Leonard Fine Jewelers
1055 Westwood Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 208-3131
www.sarahleonardjewelers.com

Located in the heart of Westwood village, this Westside staple has been in the family for more than 65 years and boasts a team of gemologists. Specializing in new and estate jewelry, the beloved store offers up a charming blast-from-the-past setting for a bit of nostalgia, an ultra-welcoming atmosphere and fine pieces that are—well—beautiful and timeless. Bottom line, if you want a casual experience with a high-end assortment of engagement rings, pendant necklaces and pristine vintage timepieces, then you've found the right place.

Dream Collective
1404 Micheltorena St
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(323) 660-2000
www.dreamcollective.com

For those looking for unique and stylish jewelry, Dream Collective is the perfect store. Situated right off Sunset Boulevard, Dream Collective offers precious and semi-precious gem stones on rings and necklaces. In addition, they also offer mood stone rings and necklaces. With a lower price point, it's become a go-to store for those looking for well priced jewelry in the L.A. area.

What are your favorite jewelry stores in LA? Share in the comments below!
Article by Valerie Friedrich.
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