Investing in Jewellery: Designer Jewellery Price Increases & the Best Pieces to Buy Secondhand Now

Valentine's day just around the corner and gift-giving on our agenda's, what better time to discuss the designer jewellery inflation. The price of sparkle has seen an all time high in 2023, with prices estimated to have hiked up by a total of 85.72% since 1986.

Designer Jewellery Brands Price Increases:

1. Tiffany & Co. - 10%
2. Cartier - 8%
3. Bulgari - 12%
4. Chopard - 15%
5. Van Cleef & Arpels - 9%
6. Harry Winston - 11%
7. Bvlgari - 13%
8. Graff - 14%
9. Mikimoto - 7%
10. David Yurman - 10%

This trend is due to several factors, including rising production costs, the popularity of luxury fashion brands and the increased demand for exclusive custom pieces. As materials become harder to come by, rare gemstones are becoming increasingly sought after and expensive. Meanwhile, gold and silver prices continue to fluctuate in line with global economic trends. At large, the average market price of designer jewellery has increased by an estimated 200-300 percent since 2010, and according to GlobalData, prices have risen by an average of 4.7% per year since. This is expected to continue climbing in 2023 and beyond.

But, don't fret! Not only is it sustainable, but sourcing your designer jewellery second hand is a fantastic way to purchase - or gift - your favourite designer brands for only 40-70% of the full retail price. Discover our full Valentine's Day gift edit online here. Or, given that jewellery holds its value over time and has significantly appreciated in recent years, it is also great to sell second hand. You can sell your preloved designer jewellery online or in the UK here.

To help you with finding the perfect luxury gift for her or you, here is our 2023 trend forecast, followed by the best designer jewellery brands and items to invest in this season.

2023 Jewellery Trend Forecast

Vintage Designer Jewellery

Minimalist Jewellery

Stackable rings

Chunky Necklaces

Statement hoop earrings

Mixed Metals: Silver, Gold & Rose Gold Jewellery

Heart-shaped jewellery

Timeless & most-coveted designer jewellery to invest in:

Second hand Chanel: Vintage Chain Belts, interlocking CC diamond earrings

Second hand Gucci: Flora Necklace

Second hand Louis Vuitton: Twist Pendant

Second hand Tiffany & Co: Return to Tiffany Heart Tag Bracelet, Heart Signet Ring

Second hand Cartier: Love Bracelet & Ring, Just un Clou Bracelet & Ring

Second hand Bvlgari: Bvlgari-Bvlgari Necklace

Swarovski: Crystal Infinity Collection Earrings

Van Cleef & Arpels: Vintage Alhambra Necklace

David Yurman: Cable Classics Collection Ring

Roberto Coin: Princess Flower collection Earrings

From vintage Chanel chain belts to Cartier collectables, put the love in preloved with our Valentines day edit of our best secondhand designer jewellery, accessories, clothing, bags and shoes here.