I have about seven pieces of jewelry: rings, bracelets, and necklaces I wear every single day, each with significant meaning to me, from my grandmother's ring to my best friend's bracelet and the necklace I gifted myself after graduate school.

I'm not alone here — for centuries, our jewelry has meant more to us than sheer vanity, though the best ones have depth in their beauty. The Black designers and artists making the jewelry below exemplify just that.

A purchase from one of them does not just mean you're making an active and conscious decision to support Black-owned businesses, but that you're one step closer from gracing your (and your loved one's) body with true art, from sustainable zodiac jewelry to consciously-sourced diamonds, and glamorous statement pieces.

BR Design Co. for minimalist silhouettes with fun prints

@br_design_co

Swanky Designs for big, statement earrings with bright colors and prints

@myswankydesigns

Serendipitous Project for eclectic, ethereal pieces to match with just about any outfit

@serendipitousproject

Valerie Madison for fine pieces in unique yet elegant designs

@valeriemadisonjewelry

By Chari for chic gold essentials for those with a taste for a thicker chain

@bychari

Oma The Label for chunky, affordable gold pieces that'll go with just about any outfit

@omathelabel

Third Crown for architecturally-inspired, gold, geometric shapes

@thirdcrown

SVNR for handmade, hand-dyed boho chic pieces

@svnrshop

Jam + Rico for New York City and Indian-made statement pieces

@jamandrico

Simply Artrageous for chic, handmade statement pieces

@simplyartrageous

Yam for upcycled pieces handmade in Queens, New York

@yam_nyc

Johnny Nelson Jewelry for a bold, eye-catching statement

@johnnynelsonjewelry

Stella and Haas for sleek, chunky, gold accessories

@stellaandhaas

L. Raveene for lightweight, clay jewelry by a self-taught artist

@lraveene

MATEO for luxurious, minimalist gemstone pieces

@mateonewyork

Tribe and Glory for a brand helping female entrepreneurs gain access to capital and education.

@tribeandglory

Nirvana Wild for healing crystal jewelry

@nirvana.wild

Omi Woods for fair-trade, conflict-free African metals and gold

@omiwoods

Melanie Marie for elegant custom pieces

_melaniemarie_

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