I first read about Tiffany's new key charm necklaces in the Globe and Mail style newsletter. They struck me as being so pretty in their vintage inspiration--a hybrid of delicate snowflake and skeleton key. Made of sterling silver, yellow or white gold, platinum, and diamonds, their prices start at $230, with platinum/diamond versions beginning at $3100.
With such frighteningly high prices, I turned to Etsy to see if I could find key necklaces in similar styles. They're not diamond-encrusted or made of gold or platinum, but they're no less sweet or vintage-inspired than their Tiffany counterparts.
Sterling silver key necklace by kiskastyle, $32
Key charm necklace by CherylDeRose, $72
Royal key necklace by stuffbykate, $22
Locket and key necklace by SpellboundWings, $17.99
'Keyed in' necklace by bobbikins, $33
Sterling silver key necklace by TracieNicoleDesigns, $53
How do you feel about key necklaces? Which one is your favourite?
My fave one would have to be the third one!
ReplyDeleteI like the top one. I really should explore Etsy more.
ReplyDeleteI love the bottom one and I LOVE etsy!
ReplyDeleteI prefer your picks to the Tiffany versions, lady. And not just for price-related reasons!
ReplyDeleteI like the first one! It reminds me that I found a couple of old skeleton keys somewhere along the line and kept them because they look neat.
ReplyDeleteI love them! The locket and key is my fave!
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Oooh, I really like the second one, and also the one with the locket! So cute! Etsy has so much great stuff... so tempting...
ReplyDeleteI don't really like the term "skeleton" key, though... have you ever seen that terrible movie with Kate Hudson? It's awful and scary and I shouldn't have watched it, because I ended up having nightmares about voodoo dolls for three weeks.
Hey good job on the new header!
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ReplyDeleteI love how regal some of the keys are! They detailing & swirls on them is delightful.
ReplyDeleteCute, but I don't feel particularly compelled by them. Don't expect the WendyB version any time soon. Of course, now that I've said that I'm sure I'll develop a strange passion for the look.
ReplyDeleteThe Spellbound necklace is lovely. It really has the feel of a vintage charm bracelet, and has a delicacy to it. The price is right, too!
ReplyDeleteI love that you gave different options. The first is my favorite. I just feel a skeleton key should look a bit antique/old looking.
ReplyDeleteOh I love them all, they're gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI agree with everyone - i like your picks more design and price-wise.
ReplyDeleteI love this! I also love your new header.
ReplyDeleteLovely finds Lisa!
ReplyDeleteI've got a soft spot for Tiffany's but those alternatives definitely are a great substitute!
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Vanessa found a lovely vintage key necklace at Portobello West, you should try there too!
ReplyDeleteThey're all so pretty it's hard to choose! Maybe the locket one, or the CherylDeRose one if I had to choose, don't make me narrow it further!
ReplyDeleteWow what a great alternative find! I really love the key and locket combination, it looks so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI love Tiffany and own a few pieces and couldnt wait to see that line..but right now economy is too hard to pay for one :(
ReplyDeleteI have a small key with a chain that came with a juicy couture cuff, which i like....from the ones on etsy..i like the one with the cameo locket and i will check it out
mmm I love the key necklaces AND your new header! Very nice!
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Oh my I really love that locket and key necklace with the cameo!
ReplyDeleteGreat finds! I really love the "Keyed In" piece from bobbikins!
ReplyDeleteShay, thanks for the tip! I'll have to look into key necklaces at the next Portobello West.
ReplyDeleteI like to make my own! Blue Moon Beads (easily found at Jo-Ann, Hobby Lobby, Michaels, etc.) has a few great sets involving locks, keys, hearts, etc. that are really easy to add jump rings and findings to to make your own custome jewelry.... I made an earring/pendant set that I'm really proud of. Also, you can't beat buying vintage! I just bought a gorgeous hand-carved cameo at an antique store for only $45! ^^
ReplyDeleteThese are so pretty, I have a key charm that I don't wear enough.
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ReplyDeleteThese are really cool! Theres a new cute brand - little purple cow designs - thats selling key necklaces and spoon rings which I haven
ReplyDeletet seen in years. Much cheaper then tiffanys too.
I love them. But I'm looking for a gold-coloured version. Has anyone out there seen one?
ReplyDeleteI love the keys! There is a pretty one on www.estherfinkjewelrydesigns.com
ReplyDeleteAmazing collection of key necklaces, I enjoyed your post very much.
ReplyDeleteI do have to agree, those keys are lovely. I need some of this very unique handmade jewelry!
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