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Stackable gold bangles have the ultimate staying power, as evidenced by Cartier’s cult-classic Love Bracelet. First introduced in 1969, the iconic piece of jewelry has only continued to gain momentum over its 56 years of existence.
And while a fair share of alternatives can feel a bit too spot-on, the lack of engraving and logos on Kate Spade’s Set in Stone Hinged Bangle helps achieve an equally timeless and on-trend arm candy look for a fraction of the price. The bracelet is adorned with round crystals set in either 12k yellow gold-plated metal, 12k rose gold-plated metal or rhodium-plated metal.
While there’s no comparison to Cartier’s 18k yellow, rose or white gold construction, priced at well under $100, Kate Spade’s version is an undeniably strong contender. And right now, both Bloomingdale’s and Nordstrom are offering limited-time deals on the best-selling style. Through May 11, the former dropped its price from $58 to $43.50 and the latter from $68 to $51.
For those who prefer an even more streamlined look, Kate Spade makes a crystal-free 12k-gold plated version called the Idiom Heart of Gold Bangle, also discounted by 25 percent for a limited time at both department stores.
Kate Spade New York Idiom Heart of Gold Bangle
And while Cartier and Kate Spade’s bangles fall at drastically different ends of the spectrum, there are a selection of brands that offer a middle ground: fine jewelry that’s still a fraction of the name-brand cost. Two good examples of this — that are also temporarily reduced — are pieces from Ring Concierge and Saks Fifth Avenue Collection. Shop them below:
Ring Concierge Inlay Diamond Bangle
Available in 14k yellow, white and rose gold.
Saks Fifth Avenue Collection 14K White Gold & 0.38 TCW Diamond Bangle
Through May 11, use code JEWELGCSF for a $75-$3,750 gift card with any jewelry purchase over $500 at saksfifthavenue.com.
Saks Fifth Avenue Collection 14K Yellow Gold & 0.24 TCW Diamond Bangle
Saks Fifth Avenue Collection 14K Rose Gold & 0.38 TCW Diamond Bangle
Finally, for those set on Cartier’s version but who can’t quite swallow the retail price, check out authenticated pre-loved pieces from the Love Collection at Fashionphile.
Related: Pre-Loved Designer Jewelry Makes Its Mark on the Met Gala Blue Carpet
