How to Choose Your First Handcrafted Jewellery Piece

Curious About Handcrafted Jewellery in the UK? Here’s Where to Start.

Falling in love with handcrafted jewellery is easy — but choosing your first piece? That’s where it gets personal.

At Anais&Aimee, we believe that jewellery is more than decoration. It’s a reflection of your style, your story, your energy. In this post, we’ll help you find your perfect starting point — something beautifully made, effortlessly wearable, and deeply meaningful.

1. Choose Everyday Elegance: Versatile Pieces That Go With Everything

Your first piece should be something you can wear often, something that makes you feel beautiful on an ordinary day. Look for styles that pair effortlessly with your wardrobe — a white shirt, a soft knit, a favourite dress.

Beginner-friendly picks:

• Celeste Lapis Earrings – A timeless blue with celestial energy, perfect for work or weekend
  

• Dainty Petal Bracelet – Lightweight and elegant, ideal for stacking or wearing solo

2. Match Your Personality: Jewellery That Speaks Your Style

Think of your jewellery as your voice — soft, bold, romantic, minimal. What do you want it to say?

• 🌸 The Romantic – Choose florals, pearls, and enamel details
  → Try: Enamel Flower Ring, Pearl Drop Earrings

• ✨ The Minimalist – Stick to clean lines and refined textures
  → Try: Mini Gold Hoops, Layered Gold Vermeil Necklace

• 🌙 The Mystic – You’re drawn to symbolism, stones, and meaning
  → Try: Celeste Lapis Necklace – known for intuition and clarity

3. Start with One Signature, Then Layer

You don’t need a full set right away. Start with one meaningful piece, then slowly build your collection — layering rings, mixing textures, adding depth.

Styling tips:

• Begin with a necklace or ring, then build around it

• Keep the metal tones consistent (gold vermeil is a gorgeous, skin-loving option)

• Add small gemstone accents for colour and energy

4. Top 5 Jewellery Picks for Beginners

Ready to fall in love with your first handcrafted piece? Here are five of our most beloved, best-selling beginner favourites:

1. 🌙 Celeste Lapis Necklace – Ethereal and elegant, a symbol of intuition and truth
   

2. 💫 Pearl Drop Earrings – Classic, versatile, and beautifully timeless
   
   

3. 🌼 Enamel Flower Ring – A delicate pop of colour, feminine and charming

4. ✨ Gold Petal Bracelet – Subtle detail, stackable style

5. 🌟 Mini Gold Hoops – Lightweight, modern, and endlessly wearable

👉 Shop the full collection at Anais&Aimee

Your First Piece Is More Than Jewellery — It’s the Beginning of Your Style Story

Handcrafted jewellery connects us to something real — to craftsmanship, to intention, to self-expression. Let your first piece be something that speaks to you, something you'll reach for again and again.

Whether you're shopping for yourself or looking for the perfect gift for her, Anais&Aimee offers timeless designs, made slowly and beautifully in the UK.