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Jewelry, inherently, is the most personal of fashion items. Timeless, long-lasting, and often evolving into an heirloom, high-quality jewelry is a worthwhile investment. The popular initial necklace, even more so.

With the holiday season quickly approaching, those endeavoring to gift a meaningful and stylish piece to someone close have come to the right place. The best initial necklaces add the perfect touch of personalization to one’s everyday style. Small yet significany, these are a great gift for anyone—a close friend, a family member, a partner. And the letter adorning their neck can reflect whatever feels most meaningful: their own name, that of someone else, or anything beyond.

Vogue’s Favorite Initial Necklaces:

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The Under-$300 Find

James Allen Initial Lab-Grown Diamond Charm in 14K Yellow Gold

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The Pavé Initial

Brilliant Earth Initial Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold

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Newlyweds, for example, may enjoy wearing the initials of their new last name, or mothers, the names of their children.

Whether one prefers bold, statement scripts or something a font that’s more dainty and abstract, there are countless initial options to explore, with pavé diamonds or without. Below, shop some of Vogue’s favorite initial necklaces to wear alone, or stacked alongside other pendants and charms.