Product Reviews: Pearl & Chain Necklace + Bracelet

Chain and Pearl Bracelet
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Item 14709
Regular: $70.00

Pearl and Chain Necklace
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Item 14505
Regular: $55.00

"Thank you!" to Smarty who shared with us her great review of the Pearl & Chain Necklace + Bracelet (plus several real-life images). How lovely is the set!!! :)

I ordered these two items last week, as I am trying to add to my wardrobe with accessories, rather than buying more clothing. I've seen many JCAs wear jewelry and it really adds polish to an outfit, so I'm trying to follow their lead. Thanks to JCAs, I've found many great costume pieces at Forever 21, Nordstrom BP, and, of course, JCrew. Sometimes the JC jewelry prices keep me from ordering things full price, but the pearl and chain pieces really caught my eye and I knew I would get a lot of wear out of them.

Mr. UPS brought my JCrew package today and, as always, I was excited to open it! Thankfully, everything was in the box that was supposed to be :) I opened the pearl and chain bracelet first and...was disappointed. Immediately, I thought it looked cheap, like it really did come from Forever 21 or the like. Perhaps it is the brightness of the gold that gives the impression of "cheap", but whatever the reason, it looked cheaper than other JC jewelry I have bought. Despite my initial impression, I love the style, so I tried it on. Happily, the size is perfect this season! This is the first JCrew bracelet I have been able to even consider keeping. My PS mentioned that they had changed the bracelet sizing this season and I am happy to report that it is true.

Overall, I like the weight of the bracelet (it feels solid), the size of the bracelet and the style. I do not like the color of the gold which, as I mentioned, I think cheapens the look. Sadly, my bracelet is defective and does not lay flat, so it has to go back, regardless of how much I do or do not like it (see pictures). Because of the style and fit, I will likely purchase this on sale, but because of the color, I will not reorder a replacement at full price.

I was much happier when I opened the pearl and chain necklace. The chain is delicate and contrasts nicely with the large glass pearls. I think this necklace will be a great layering piece and I know I will get a lot of use out of it. I also liked the price! At $55.00, I felt like it was already on "sale" (as compared to previous JCrew prices) and a good buy. I don't love the necklace doubled-up as a short necklace, but I think I will get enough use out of it as a long necklace that it won't matter. Overall, I love this necklace and will be keeping it!

"Thanks!" again to Smarty for her great review!

What are your thoughts on the Pearl & Chain Necklace and Bracelet? Are you considering or already have purchased either of these items? Have you seen them in person? If so, please share with us your reviews too! :)