While International Friendship Day isn’t until July 30, celebrating friendship is fun anytime. In addition to the fun that having a bestie brings, there are also some health benefits, according to the Mayo Clinic. Friendships can increase happiness, reduce stress, and potentially help people overcome traumas. Being a kid in the 1990s, I remember showing my appreciation of friends through metal broken heart necklaces tied to a black rope. However, friendship bracelets were around way before then and in other cultures. Yet now they are making their way back into the mainstream. Some have gotten luxurious makeovers with diamonds and sterling silver, while favorite stores like Claire’s still have tried and true affordable options. We’ve pulled together a list of both grown-up and simply fun options. See if the below list triggers some nostalgia!
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4.8 star rating
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Sterling silver chain
Gift your trio a customized puzzle necklace, with each of the three puzzle pendants featuring an initial. You can select your choices before adding the product to your cart. Each pendant is also paired with a delicate sterling silver chain — the links can also be adjusted. A beautiful and symbolic heart shape is formed when the puzzle pieces come together.
What People Are Saying
“The Necklace was so beautiful, It was exactly what I was expecting. I even liked it so much that I bought a second.”
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4.5 star rating
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Steel
Handmade alloy and colorful rhinestones combine to make this ultra-affordable ode to the classic broken heart friendship necklace. Instead of breaking into a two-piece like the old classic, this one breaks into three. The steel is also hypoallergenic. It’s worth mentioning that some reviews advise not to get it wet but don’t go into the details.
What People Are Saying
“My nine-year-old girl loves it and her friends love it too.”
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4.8 star rating
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Sterling silver
These come together to reveal the phrase, “Good friends are like stars, You don’t always see them but … You always know they’re there”. Three different tones of sterling silver make for a beautiful contrast between each piece. One pendant features star cutouts, the other a heart and the last piece displays a crescent moon. The chain length of each necklace is about 18 inches, and it’s secured with a spring ring clasp.
What People Are Saying
“I am so impressed with the quality of this necklace. I bought two of them to give to two of my dear high school friends as we all are having a special significant birthday this year.”
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4.0 star rating
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Plastic
Best friend necklaces don’t have to be expensive to be meaningful. Whether a fun party favor for young teens or for maybe even a bachelorette party, the kitty cat donut pendant necklaces are too sweet. While finished in a gold tone, the material is described as plastic overall. Each chain is 16 inches with a 3-inch extender and has a lobster clasp for securing the piece.
What People Are Saying
“Very cute and good price.”
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5.0 star rating
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Color changing
Jump back into the ’90s with mood-revealing necklaces! These pendants are adjusted by color based on your body heat. Put them on with your friends and see what the royal blue heart pendant with green stars changes to. A gold tone finish rounds out the edges, and the piece is made of metal.
What People Are Saying
“My friend bought this for us and another friend of ours and it’s amazing I love it.”
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4.3 star rating
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Made of mixed metals
I don’t know about you, but I can never grow too old for Claire’s! There’s always some fun reason to go there with my other adult friends or my nieces. Jewelry there is typically inexpensive, so having a mini shopping spree could be fun. Another example of an affordable fun piece is this best friends necklace set, which features a necklace with a gold-toned sun, another with a silver moon, and the last with a silver star. Give these to your closest pals, and pick which one you think suits their personality the best. Mixed metals comprise the materials.
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“My daughter and her friends love their necklaces!”
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5.0 star rating
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Metal
Uplifting teal, pink and purple are incorporated into these unicorn and heart pom pom charms. The necklaces epitomize the magic and fun of childhood friendships! We are getting some Lisa Frank vibes for sure. Each pendant comes on a silver tone chain, and the primary material is metal. While these definitely will appeal to a younger set of folks, they are intended for children three and up.
What People Are Saying
“Very cute, exactly like the picture. The little girls loved them and put them on right away.”
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5.0 star rating
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Made with natural quartz
Three stunning necklaces are crafted from the inspiration of the tree of life. Each meaningful piece features natural, irregular quartz in various colors. Vintage copper wire has been carefully twisted and wound in purposeful shapes, and the craftsmanship is evident. We love how two of the necklaces feature small pieces of crystals, which appear like a striking array of colorful leaves.
What People Are Saying
“Larger than they appear. Great value, prompt shipping. Good quality.”
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4.5 star rating
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Stainless steel
Nothing is more classic and symbolic than a heart-shaped necklace. Each of your trio will get to take a piece of the heart and keep it close to their own, whether near or far from their besties. Each charm is made of stainless steel, which in the description is detailed, never to fade or tarnish, while it is also anti-allergy, unlike some materials that may irritate. The necklaces come in a brown velvet bag for a lovely presentation.
What People Are Saying
“The chain may be fragile, but the charm piece is perfect and as expected! My girls love them.”
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4.5 star rating
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Silver plated
Across many cultures, a knot symbolizes unity. This strong message is carried through in this gorgeous set of knot necklaces, perfect for sharing among friends. Each 18-karat silver-plated, stainless steel necklace is hypoallergenic and nickel and lead-free. The 18-inch chain can be adjusted for an additional 2 inches. The packaging features meaningful words of friendship and includes a velvet pouch.
What People Are Saying
“These necklaces are adorable. My daughter gave one to her best friend. The chains are very sturdy. She has had hers on for two weeks and no issues at all. She never takes it off.”
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4.3 star rating
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Handcrafted
We adore that these hearts pendant necklaces are 100% handcrafted. The design features a filled-in heart in a different place on each necklace. It just makes them that much more special. Durably constructed from stainless steel, an extra touch of “pretty” is added with 18-karat gold plating. The necklaces are completely nickel free and described as skin friendly.
What People Are Saying
“I was worried about the quality of this by the purchase price, but it came in perfect condition and great quality. Will order again.”
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4.5 star rating
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Hypoallergenic
From what we could dig up, the pinky promise originated in Japan and was also called yubikiri. If you look up the word, you’ll find that it means “finger cut off” because that was supposedly what happened if you broke a pinky promise. Fortunately, most modern takes are much more light-hearted and symbolic, just like this meaningful friendship necklace. However, you might get a kick out of thinking about the true origins and sharing this information with your friends. Each stainless steel necklace is hypoallergenic and anti-tarnish.
What People Are Saying
“Adorable all three very cute, came in 1 blue velvet bag which is fine with me, but definitely worth it and very cute.”
