What Is a Tennis Necklace? Tennis Jewelry, Decoded

Why is it called a tennis necklace, what makes a riviera different, and how do you actually wear one? The most-loved piece in fine jewelry, decoded.

How to Build a Charm Necklace: A Guide to the JJ Charm Bar

A charm necklace is not bought, it is built. A guide to choosing your chain, picking charms that mean something, and layering them.

Pearl vs Mother of Pearl: The June Birthstone, Decoded

They come from the same place and look nothing alike. The June birthstone explained: what pearl and mother of pearl actually are, what they mean, and how to wear both.

Travel Jewelry, Decoded: The Fine Pieces Worth Packing

Not every piece is built for a carry-on. The fine jewelry that travels well, the gold that handles salt water and sunscreen, and a summer edit of color inspired by Morocco.

Tennis Bracelet 101: How to Pick Yours

The tennis bracelet is the most underrated piece in fine jewelry. Five things to check before you buy one, and the JJ picks at every price point.

Bold Gold: Why Statement Pieces Outlast Trends

Trends fade. Gold doesn't. The five Bold Gold pieces our designers wear themselves, and why they keep coming back to them.

How to Layer Necklaces: A 4-Step Guide

Layered necklaces are the easiest way to make any outfit look intentional. Four rules to follow, plus the pieces our stylists actually layer.

Emerald 101: How to Pick a Real One

May is emerald month. Here is how to spot a real one in under 60 seconds, plus the six pieces our gemologists would buy themselves.

Every Mother, a Story: The JJ Mother's Day 2026 Campaign

Four mothers, one phrase. Nothing is more precious than her. Inside JJ Jewelry's annual Mother's Day campaign, Precious Like You, three clients and one founder reveal the pieces they actually wear,...

What Makes a Diamond Tennis Necklace Worth the Investment

There are pieces of jewelry you buy and pieces of jewelry you invest in. A diamond tennis necklace is firmly in the second category, and it's one of the most rewarding investments you can make in f...