The Best Jewelry Boxes for Storing Accessories

13 Sep.,2023

 

The global jewelry market was estimated at over $278 billion for 2018. If you have ever bought a piece of jewelry, you will likely benefit from a safe and secure way to store it. To prevent loss, pieces becoming entangled, or plain disorganization, keep your precious jewelry and heirlooms in an appropriate and stylish jewelry box.

When you want to adorn yourself with the jewelry you love, you won’t always have time to pull the pieces apart if they are jumbled together. And, if you have many pieces, choosing what to wear will be even more challenging if they aren’t laid out in an orderly fashion. Here’s what you need to know to find your best jewelry box.

What to Consider When Choosing the Best Jewelry Box

There are several factors to keep in mind when you’re searching for the best jewelry box. The materials the box is made of, both inside and out, will be a significant aspect of your choice. So are its weight, size, and any safety features it might include. To help you out, below is a list of the factors you need to know.

Material and Design 

When it comes to interiors of jewelry boxes, all natural fabrics like silk, cotton, and wool are some of the best materials because they don’t contain harmful chemicals. Velvet, made from silk, rayon, or cotton (also called velveteen), is also a desirable fabric. PVC pockets are handy because they allow you to see what is stored in each pouch.

The exterior design of any jewelry box is less critical to the safekeeping of the contents. When it comes to outward appearance, your taste is the more significant consideration. Leather is frequently used for its durability and timeless chic. Faux leather is also popular due to its affordability and appeal to people with ethical objections to animal products. Regardless of how the box is designed, the primary purpose should be keeping the pieces separate and avoiding entanglement and damage.

Size

The size of jewelry boxes can vary quite a bit. For the most part, the number of items you have to store will dictate what size box you’ll need, but it would be best if you also considered how many new pieces you might purchase in the future. If you know for certain that you will want only a few pieces of jewelry for the foreseeable future, a box the size of a pencil case will likely do the trick.

For more extensive collections, the box size will have to increase accordingly. A variety of storage styles, like ring holders, necklace clasps, and brooch pouches, will allow you to vary the types of new items you purchase in the future. Jewelry boxes can range from a single ring box, approximately 1½-inch cubed, anywhere up to an entire walk-in closet dedicated for jewelry storage. For most people, a box that fits comfortably on a dresser or vanity will be sufficient.

Safety Features 

Locking mechanisms, though not essential, can be useful in keeping curious children and pets from playing with and losing, or, even worse, swallowing your valuables. Storing your jewelry box in the closet or atop a shelf might be enough of a deterrent. Having a hasp on smaller jewelry boxes is an excellent feature because small cases can be easily knocked to the floor, possibly spilling the contents.

When traveling, snap straps can be accidentally detached during transportation, so it’s better to have a fully zippered case for securely holding your jewelry in place. If you own any fine jewelry, consider keeping these pieces in a separate, more secure place from your everyday items like a home safe or a secret storage spot. For fine jewelry you wear daily, have a dedicated place and container in your bedroom (in a small box on a nightstand, for example) where you routinely keep them.

Our Top Picks

Considering both cost and the factors listed above, the available choices were curated and refined to a selection of what is hopefully the gold standard.

Best Overall

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SONGMICS Jewelry Box with Glass Lid

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Your jewels won’t have to stay hidden away with the SONGMICS Jewelry Box with its innovative glass lid. You can keep your favorite pieces in the top tray to be admired even when you aren’t wearing them.

The box is constructed with engineered wood, quality faux leather, and a soft velvet interior, so your precious jewelry pieces and heirlooms can be well cared for before their next showing. The SONGMICS Jewelry Box has three layers with seven rows and 19 compartments to house your best bling. The box measures 9.1 inches by 8 inches by 5.3 inches and weighs a very light 3.1 pounds. There are three colors to choose from, and each version features brushed metal handles to add a nice touch of elegance.

Best Bang For The Buck

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ProCase Travel Case Portable Jewelry Storage Box

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ProCase offers a budget-friendly jewelry box that’s ideal for storing and protecting your valuables at home or while traveling. Double-layer compartments provide ample room for several pieces. Each bag has a top compartment with four straps with snaps, bottom pockets for necklaces or chains, three ring rows, one earring carrier strap, and one removable earrings panel for holding up to 16 pairs of earrings. There’s also one hidden, clear zipper pocket for larger earrings.

Measuring 9.1 inches by 6.7 inches by 2.8 inches, the organizer is compact, lightweight, and could easily fit into a carry-on or purse. A well-padded, soft interior and durable polyester exterior offer excellent protection. The sturdy handles enable convenient portability, and wide-opening double zippers offer easy access when you reach your destination.

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Kendal Huge Leather Jewelry Box

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For those who love jewelry, this large storage solution is the perfect jewelry box. With a sleek, brown PU leather exterior and exquisite, hand-lined, ivory suede fabric interior, the Kendal Huge Leather Jewelry Box has plenty of room for a modest-size jewelry collection with spaces left over to expand in the future.

It measures a sizable 12 inches by 6.70 inches by 12.75 inches when closed. The top lid has a large mirror that allows you to compare looks and pieces. The removable top section features two compartments, each 7.25 inches by 2.625 inches by 1.125 inches, with one compartment featuring three suede-lined ring slots. There are five removable drawers, four of equal size plus a deeper, nonsectioned bottom drawer. Finally, there are two swing-out side compartments, each with eight necklace hooks and two storage pouches. The whole unit is a little on the heavy side at 8 pounds 10 ounces, but this would also help avoid accidentally knocking it off your dresser or vanity.

Best For Necklaces

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Wuligirl 20 Hooks Necklace Tray Storage Box

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The Wuligirl necklace jewelry tray features 20 hooks for both necklaces and hand chains and a clear glass lid that allows viewing your items in safety while keeping them dust-free. There are two integrated safety locks for added security, and the box is a quality solid wood composite covered with smooth yet durable black velvet. This tray could work for a collection of pocket watches as well.

The interior makes use of elegant black velvet to cushion your pieces and keep them dry while avoiding scratch damage. The hooks are specially designed to keep each item of jewelry in its compartment and avoid frustrating entanglements. A nice feature of this box is its versatility for home storage use or as a retail display case if you want to show your homemade necklaces for sale.

Best Vintage

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Hipiwe Vintage Metal Jewelry Box

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This vintage jewelry box style is reminiscent of a Baroque-period design, yet modernized with a faux-silver look that fits in with many current decor palettes. The Hipiwe jewelry box is made of a durable, rustless, premium zinc alloy, and this particular design comes in three different sizes to match your collection’s size with, perhaps, room to expand it in the future.

A soft and elegant velvet interior protects jewelry from dust and scratches. The small version measures 3.8 inches by 2.8 inches by 1.6 inches, the medium measures 5.1 inches by 3.7 inches by 2.2 inches, and the large version measures 6.9 inches by 5.1 inches by 3.1 inches. The weight of the boxes ranges from .45 to 1.63 pounds. The Hipiwe Vintage Metal Jewelry Box would be an ideal addition to any bedroom, especially as a container for fine jewelry on a nightstand or other dedicated space.

FAQs About Jewelry Boxes

If you still have some general questions about jewelry boxes, we’ve got you covered. Here are some of the most common questions about jewelry boxes and their corresponding answers.

Q. Should I use a jewelry box? 

It’s a good idea. Even a few pieces of jewelry can become lost or tangled if not stored and cared for properly.

Q. How do you organize multiple jewelry boxes?

Consider purchasing stackable boxes or putting all your pieces in a multi-drawer unit.

Q. How do you store necklaces in a jewelry box so they don’t get tangled?

Keeping them separated in dedicated compartments is always best. If you have to store them together, try using twist ties.

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