16 Pieces Of Personalized Jewelry That Aren't Boring

Tiny and keepsake-like, this choker features ultra-tiny cubic zirconia stones around the border of the heart pendant and is plated in 14-karat gold. Reviewers note that this is a very small heart pendant, so if you're after something supremely dainty, this sweet necklace is definitely an option.

Promising Amazon reviews: "This is the cutest little heart and I love wearing it. It is a lot more elegant and simple than I thought it would be, but I get compliments on it all the time. I even bought one for a few of my friends for Christmas." — Lauren S

To personalize, you choose between charm styles: three letter types, two birthstone designs, a zodiac sign and a symbol charm. Each charm adds to the price, but even a single, simple one looks elegant. The bracelets come with one, three, five, or seven pendants.

This may look like a birthstone necklace at first glance, but it’s actually a hidden message: Each stone represents a different letter (there’s a guide on the site), and you can choose up to 12. It’s also a much fancier pick than the aforementioned birthstone piece — each 2-millimeter stone is authentic, and the necklace is made of 14K gold.

Medallion necklaces have had a major presence on the dainty jewelry scene for a little while now, and this one is a very chic way to get in on the trend (or add to your necklace stack) while adding some personalization in the process. You can add up to four initials or symbols, and even add a diamond (for an added cost). There’s also a solid 14K gold option.

For some really subtle personalization, this morse code necklace is the way to go. Initials, a full name, numbers, or even a short phrase can be “written” in dots (tubular beads) and dashes (balls), all crafted in high-quality sterling silver and finished in silver, 18K gold, or rose gold.

Inspired by the sugar “beads” on a classic candy necklace, this decidedly more grown-up strand features a thin box chain strung with custom-engraved discs and cubic zirconia-edged spacers. Each disc can have one word of up to 10 letters, and you can start with up to six custom discs before adding more for $15 each. (Pricing starts at $115 for a sterling silver option – the gold vermeil finish pictured here is the priciest, at $180.)

This initial ring is a very fun alternative to traditional engraving. Stick to plain gold-plated brass for something more subtle, or up the ante with the pavé-studded version. It's available in two sizes.

For an even more unique take on the personalized stud earring, this Mint & Lily pair transforms your name into an eye-catching abstract design. It’s available in two tiny sizes (0.25 or 0.5 inches) and three metal finishes (sterling silver, 18K gold plated, or 18K rose gold plated). They also make a necklace version.

This classic wide band ring has room for up to 8 characters, and can also be ordered plain or decked out in some sparkly pavé. Get it in sterling silver or 18K gold plate.