We love jewelry for many reasons: its ability to capture a moment in our lives, the way it lives on as an heirloom, and the simple fact that it‘s pretty. Of course, its greatest value is sentimental — and what provokes the feelings of love and nostalgia more than our pets?
This Valentine’s Day can be all about your pet, the only one who really makes your heart skip a beat. Wear your favorite photo of your pet in an antique-style locket, engrave their name or a special phrase on a nameplate, or don a pendant in the shape of their initials around your neck. Below, the 13 best customizable jewelry brands you can shop ahead of V-day.
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Btw, our editors (and their pets) picked out these products. They’re always in stock at the time we publish, but there’s a chance they’ll sell out. If you do buy through our links, we may earn a commission. (We’ve got a lot of toys to buy over here, you know?)
You know what they say: The bigger the hoop, the bigger the heart. With your pet’s name prominently displayed on these earrings, there’ll be no question of how much love you have for them. Emrataopens in a new tab has her human child’s name displayed on her hoops, but hey, pet names are just as fashionable.
Featuring the puffy gold charms of our dreams, these solid-gold monogram necklaces are a timeless addition to any set of accessories that honor a special connection with your BFF.
Catbird’s staying power has been solidified through their unique stylizing of dainty and romantic layering pieces — this modern interpretation of the classic locket being one of them. You can fit two photos within this locket, which prominently features an engraved initial of your choice on the exterior, giving this 19th-century design a contemporary touch.
As playful as the alphabet soup from your childhood, these elastic beaded bracelets are the perfect playful addition to any jewelry collection. Spell out your pup’s name or put your initials side by side (a better alternative to carving them into a tree).
Along with making the tennis braceletsopens in a new tab of our dreams, The Last Line also has an impressive array of custom jewelry for pet parents looking to showcase their pet’s name or their pet’s nickname (the real challenge is picking just one).
Susan Alexandraopens in a new tab’s designs are an ode to the quirky culture of Manhattan’s Lower East Side, where her button-sized store is situated. These alphabet earrings, adorned with colorful and zany charms, are a loving way to tell your pet that while their initial hangs from your ears, they are never far from your mind. Euphoria star Chloe Cherryopens in a new tab, YouTuber Emma Chamberlainopens in a new tab, and comedian Ziweopens in a new tab have all found style inspiration in Alexandra’s maximalist designs, which somehow tend to pull focus in any context.
Not ready to commit to a pet portrait tattooopens in a new tab? Add the gemstone for your pet’s birth month to your ring’s design. Select the jewels, their placement, and engraved letters and astrological symbols (we know you know your pet’s zodiac sign, so just lean into it) to complete the perfect tribute to your pal.
Dog tags aren’t just for veterans. These days, they’re as much of a statement piece as coasters opens in a new tabwith your pet’s face on them. You can wear your furry beloved’s initial around your neck, just in case people are confused about who has your heart.
Kinn started out as a solution for replacing the founder’s cherished family heirlooms and has become the go-to destination for ethical shoppers who value quality above all else. Made with recycled 14k gold and ethically sourced stones, Kinn promises pieces that’ll last a lifetime, which is roughly the amount of time we hope to spend with our pets.
If you consider your pet to be your literal child, it only makes sense to get them a baby bracelet — but you get to wear it instead. This easily engravable 18k gold vermeil bracelet is an affordable option that’ll still stand out in the crowd of parents at the dog park.
Automic Goldopens in a new tab is a queer, size-inclusive jewelry company run by Al Sandimirovaopens in a new tab and their long-haired Dachshund, Luna. The innovative team at Automic Gold will help you create a piece of jewelry as completely special as you and your pet.
Avery is a writer and producer. She has written for numerous publications, including Refinery29, BuzzFeed, and V Magazine. When she’s not at her computer, you can find her reading, practicing her Greek on Duolingo, and delving into the Sex and the City discourse. She lives in Brooklyn, New York with her husband and their cat, Chicken, who rules with an iron fist.
