Okay, so people keep asking me about Kendra Scott jewelry, wondering if it’s actually any good. I figured I’d just lay out what happened when I decided to check it out myself.
How I Got Started
It all started because I kept seeing those distinctive shapes, you know, the pointy oval thing, everywhere. Friends had pieces, saw them pop up online, the usual. Curiosity got the better of me. I wasn’t looking for super fancy stuff, just something decent looking, maybe for everyday wear or going out sometimes.
So, I first just browsed their website. Looked pretty, lots of colors, seemed versatile. Prices were… well, they weren’t dirt cheap, but not crazy expensive like fine jewelry either. Kind of in that middle zone. Made me wonder what you actually get for that price.
Making the Jump – The Buying Part
I decided I needed to see it in person. Pictures online can be tricky, right? Found a store not too far away and popped in one afternoon. The store itself was bright, lots of yellow. Staff were friendly, maybe a little too eager, but hey, that’s retail.
I spent a good while just looking. Picking things up, feeling the weight. Some pieces felt kind of light, honestly. Others had a bit more heft. I zeroed in on a necklace, one of their classic pendant styles, the Elisa I think? Picked a stone color I liked, something versatile.
- Feeling it out: Definitely touched a bunch of different items. Bracelets, earrings, necklaces.
- Checking the details: Looked at the chain, the clasp, how the stone was set. Seemed okay, nothing obviously flimsy at first glance.
- The Decision: Went with the necklace. Seemed like a safe bet to start with. Paid up and walked out with the little yellow box.
Wearing It Around – The Real Test
Got home, put it on. Looked nice! Exactly like it did in the store. The real test is wearing it day-to-day though.
So, I wore that necklace. A lot. Wore it to work, wore it out on weekends. Here’s what I noticed over a few months:
The Good Stuff:
- It definitely got noticed. Got a few compliments, people recognized the brand. So, it has that recognition factor, if you care about that.
- The color of the stone stayed nice and bright. Didn’t seem to fade or get cloudy.
- It was easy to wear. Didn’t snag on clothes too much, clasp was simple enough.
The Not-So-Good Stuff:
- The chain… yeah, the chain started looking a bit dull after a while. Lost that initial shine. I was careful with it, no perfume sprayed directly on it, took it off before showering, all that jazz. Still tarnished a bit faster than I’d hoped for the price.
- It feels like fashion jewelry. Which, okay, it is. But for the price point, I guess I expected the metal parts to hold up just a little better, look a little less… plated? After extended wear, you can kinda tell it’s not solid gold or sterling silver through and through (which, to be fair, they don’t claim it is for most pieces).
So, Is It “Good”? My Final Take
Look, “good” is tough. Is it high-end, heirloom quality jewelry? Absolutely not. Don’t go in expecting that. It’s fashion jewelry, plain and simple. It’s trendy, recognizable, and comes in tons of colors.
For me, it was okay. The main stone part held up visually, which is the main focus of their designs. The metal parts were a bit disappointing over time. Did I feel ripped off? Not exactly, but I wasn’t blown away by the quality considering what I paid. It feels like you’re paying a decent chunk for the brand name and the specific style.
Would I buy it again? Maybe. If I saw a unique color or style I really loved for a specific occasion, perhaps on sale. But for durable, everyday metal wear? I’d probably put my money elsewhere based on my experience with that one necklace chain. It served its purpose, looked cute for a while, but the longevity of the metal wasn’t super impressive in my specific case. It really depends on what you’re looking for and what you consider “good” value for your money.
