Lately I've been obsessed with the fun, colorful costume jewelry that J. Crew has to offer. Colored crystals, shiny metallics, and bold enamels - what's not to love? 

Well, there is the price of J. Crew jewelry (and a lot of jewelry in general - I'm looking at you, Banana Republic, Anthropologie, and basically every store that I shop at with cool but overpriced jewelry) and if you don't hit the store on a sale day like I did when I found the above necklace (which is still a pretty modestly sized piece, PLUS it was an additional 15% off thanks to my student discount) it can be hard to find a fabulous necklace on a dime.

So imagine my delight when I was recently informed that there are artists on Etsy that make similar-style jewelry to the looks at J. Crew! 

There are plenty of cool statement necklaces for a much more affordable price on Etsy. Just look up "j. crew necklaces" and you'll find dozens of pieces. Here are some of my favorites.

Turquoise Bubble Statement Bib Necklace, $13.99 by REFLECTIONS BOUTIQUE

Beaded bib necklace, $17 by FUNLY899


Bubble beaded statement necklace, $43 by Audrey Jewelry


Of course, sometimes nothing beats the original. Here are some necklaces from J. Crew that I just cannot get enough of (including the one I own, if you like it too!)


Crystal Drops Necklace ($119); Pearl Twisted Hammock Necklace ($98); Crystal Feather Necklace ($58)

So which do you prefer? The less-expensive Etsy jewelry or the J. Crew originals? Do you think costume jewelry tends to be a bit overpriced? Where do you find your jewelry?