We tested Mejuri jewelry to see if it can withstand everyday wear — years later, we're still impressed
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When it comes to impulse buying jewelry, you're not likely to get a good return on those wiry, nickel-laced earrings. Shopping for affordable fine jewelry takes more intention. And that's why we like Mejuri — a brand founded on the idea that people deserve to get high quality jewelry for themselves without waiting for an excuse to do so.
As Mejuri co-founder Justine Lançon told Business Insider in 2018, "We design products we, our friends, and our community would actually wear. It's not just something you put on your Pinterest board for 'someday.'"
It makes sense to buy the "nice" version of jewelry basics — you'll wear them often, and own them forever. But besides the classics, Mejuri has edgy upgrades that cleverly blend in with the rest of your jewelry collection — like the robust Zodiac series, or hoop earrings ranging from classic to gem-set.
Why our editors wear Mejuri jewelry
Mejuri prices are remarkably affordable relative to the rest of the industry. You can buy a diamond, 14-karat gold necklace for just under $300 — not exactly pocket change, but still more accessible for Mejuri's demographic.
As for the quality of the Mejuri pieces we've tested, associate style editor Gabrielle Chase tried its 925 sterling silver. These are totally nickel-free, but aren't as tarnish-proof as pure silver. Still, after a weeks of consistent wear (even through showers and exercise), they've held up.
Our executive editor Sally Kaplan has worn Mejuri for years. She loves her Small Gold Hoop Earrings ($68) because of how small and dainty they are, and explained that "they're representative of Mejuri to me as a brand — they don't try too hard or feel fussed over." The brand uses solid 14K recycled gold as a way to increase the circularity of precious metals.
Mejuri also offers lab-grown diamonds, laid in conflict-free wedding bands like the ones you'd find from Clean Origin or Quince.