Few things will amplify your style like a beautiful piece of jewelry. It’s an elegant, timeless gift, which will continue to hold onto its sentimental and financial value throughout the years. Finding an exquisite piece for the right price doesn’t have to be a challenge, though, if you follow this one simple trick: buy wholesale! Even if you aren’t buying in bulk you can still take advantage of the incredibly low wholesale deals, without sacrificing quality. Keep reading to find out how you can save big on your next jewelry purchase.
Shop Online
While you may want to examine the jewelry up close to ensure the quality, don’t overlook online outlets just yet. Often times, online stores can offer bigger discounts than brick and mortar shops because they cut out the middle man and work directly with the manufacturer to pass on savings to the customer. According to the Huffington Post, jewelry bought online can sell for 20 percent less than in store prices. Sites such as DailySale, which specializes in wholesale jewelry, will show you the average retail price so you can know you’re getting the best deal. With wholesale prices from online outlets, you’ll be able to snag unique and high quality pieces for a fraction of the price. If you’re still unsure about buying and selling your jewelry online, look for websites that offer a return policy so you’ll be able to exchange or refund an item if needed.
Do Your Research
When looking for an impressive piece of jewelry, it’s easy to fall for advertising traps that promise more than can delivered or have a salesclerk talk you into buying a more expensive piece that doesn’t suit your needs. A pushy salesperson may try to convince you the quantity (a bigger gemstone) automatically is of higher quality or try to tag on impressive but ultimately meaningless terms like “top-notch white diamond” or “natural stones.” But even a novice can learn a few tricks to spot truly high quality items and learn when they’re being duped or overcharged. According to the Gemological Institute of America, the universal standard for measuring a diamond are the 4Cs; color, clarity, cut and carat. Understanding what type of diamond you want before you begin your search will save you from becoming overwhelmed with options or being upsold. While most diamonds may have some imperfections, learning how to spot them early on will stop you from wasting money on a lower quality item.
Name Brand isn’t Important
While fancy name brand stores or a celebrity designed line may seem glamorous, it won’t add much value to the item in the long run. These items aren’t nearly as exclusive as the brand would have you believe. Most jewelers will source from the same gold, silver and gemstone suppliers so keep in mind that the price hike you’re paying for is likely just the branded box the item comes in. Luxury brands are big business according to Forbes Magazine, but they aren’t the only stores selling high quality jewelry. Similar designs, and sometimes far more unique designs, can be snagged at a fraction of the price from online wholesale outlets.
Saving money when you are buying jewelry doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice beauty or quality. Skip the hype of name brand and celebrity endorsed pieces and head straight to the source; online outlets selling items at wholesale prices. By doing some quick research on how to measure the quality of jewelry, you’ll be able to avoid the traps and find the perfect item to add to your collection.
2 comments
Good idea, many decorations look very minimalistic and stylish. I always read the Carl Jones blog before buying jewelry, which gives good advice on how to choose or what to look for. It is important not just to spend money, but to buy something valuable
Thanks for the advice! I like to shop online, although I often want to see some jewelry live, it can help with the choice. For my husband, I just ordered mens gold pendants from a local online store and he was satisfied