We’re calling these major jewelry movie moments the real eye candies because they literally made us forget the film plots.
While some films go down in history for their storyline, Oscar wins or box office records, others are remembered for their lavish display of jewels. So, can you really blame us for having a soft corner for bling-heavy films? I mean… have you ever watched the 1953 blockbuster, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, without making a mental note of Marilyn Monroe’s drenched-in-diamonds look? And feel free to contradict us on this, but didn’t ‘The Heart of the Ocean’ blue diamond necklace from Titanic make its presence felt in every scene despite its starry cast? (No offense, Leo. We love you just as much.)
Whether it’s to make a character stand out, add to the movie’s plot or simply serve as an on-screen eye candy, jewelry has always played a starring role in the history of cinema. The result? Some unforgettable on-screen bling moments.
So, if you’ve ever wanted to tell your own story via jewelry like your favorite leading lady, you’re in luck because we’ve watched movie after movie to not only narrow down the 10 most iconic jewelry movie moments of all time but also some inspired baubles for you to shop and recreate these looks.
Ready? Lights, camera, sparkle!
Jewelry Movie Moments That Were Total Cinematic Showstoppers
1. Audrey Hepburn’s Pearl & Diamond Necklace In Breakfast At Tiffany’s
We’ll be lying (and you would be too) if we said we haven’t watched this 1961 classic a couple of times only to get a better glimpse at Holly Golightly’s pearl and diamond necklace as she steps out of a taxi onto an empty Fifth Avenue in the opening scene.
And can we also please talk about the adorable diamond tiara in her brunette-blonde up-do? It only makes us believe that maybe she had it right all along: Only beautiful jewelry is the *real* cure to all the mean reds and blues.
2. Marilyn Monroe’s Diamonds In Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
Would you believe us if we told you that one of the most famous lines, “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend,” came from this movie? Not only did that stick around, but it also kickstarted a love affair with sparkling diamonds for a lot of us!
Marilyn’s utterly gorgeous and unique 24-ct diamond necklace amassed a fan following, and so did her iconic diamond bracelet and earrings.
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3. Rita Hayworth’s Tennis Necklace In Gilda
Remember the plot of the movie Gilda? Probably not. But we bet you can remember Rita Hayworth flaunting this iconic necklace with a black satin number for her flirtatious performance of Put the Blame on Mame! It was so sparkly.
Not only did our fav femme fatale look glamorous as hell, but she also made a strong case for why diamond tennis necklaces belong in every sparkle-loving girl’s jewelry box.
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4. Grace Kelly’s Emerald-Cut Diamond Ring In High Society
It’s safe to say that C. K. Dexter Haven (played by Bing Crosby) was speaking on behalf of all of us when he said, “That’s quite a rock, Sam” to his ex-wife Tracy Samantha Lord.
One could spot Grace Kelly’s 10.48-carat emerald-cut sparkler from a mile away, but what makes it legendary is that it was her real-life engagement ring from Prince Rainier III.
Ever since it debuted on the big screen, this famous jewelry piece has inspired countless engagement rings, including versions belonging to Elizabeth Taylor, Beyoncé, Amal Clooney and Anne Hathaway.
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5. Elizabeth Taylor’s Heart Diamond Necklace In Cat On A Hot Tin Roof
Elizabeth Taylor was usually seen making a statement in jewels, both on-screen and off-screen. But we’ll always remember her as Maggie from Cat on a Hot Tin Roof because of her adorable solitaire diamond necklace. TBH, the understated glam of this pendant allowed her character to really shine through.
Fun fact: Even though Elizabeth had tons of flashy diamond, emerald and ruby sparklers in her private collection—the kind that would make anyone’s jaws drop—this simple piece was treasured by her as it was given to her by her third husband.
Hey, if it’s good enough for a fine jewelry connoisseur, it’s good enough for us. Go on, consider this your cue and treat yourself to our best white gold jewelry in solitaire style. Go a step further and choose a gemstone that feels sentimental to you.
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6. Julia Roberts’ Ruby & Diamond Necklace In Pretty Woman
It’s probably the most iconic jewelry moment of the ’90s!
Who could ever forget when Edward presented Vivian (and her gorgeous red dress) with a jewelry box before going out for the evening? It was a scene that made our romcom-loving hearts swoon. However, we went from “Aww” to “OMG” in a second when we got a glimpse of the magnificent ruby and diamond necklace. It was so gorge that it still manages to sweep us off our feet each time we binge-watch the movie.
Feeling the love? Shop our top ruby jewelry pieces and dress up to paint the town red. Who knows, you might find a women’s ruby wedding ring that you’d love to wear on your special day too!
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7. Reese Witherspoon’s Heart Necklace In Legally Blonde
Okay, in our opinion, Legally Blonde is the greatest chick flick of all time. We just loved how Reese Witherspoon portrayed a fashionista in the movie!
Elle Woods convinced us that we could make anything happen—even Harvard Law School—if we only dared to believe in ourselves. And on days you find it a little difficult, just wear lots of pink and stylish heart jewelry for that extra boost of confidence! (Cue all the Y2K trends)
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8. Kate Winslet’s ‘Heart Of The Ocean’ Necklace In Titanic
If there were awards for the most romantic piece of movie jewelry, the ‘Heart of The Ocean’ necklace from Titanic, the 1997 Oscar-winning film, would take it away. After all, we’ve seen over a thousand declarations of love, but none involved a 56-carat bauble that has developed a cult following of its own.
Isn’t the deep blue hue just unforgettable? Lucky for you, we’ve got just the tanzanite jewelry pieces that will captivate and delight, like this famous heart necklace that still goes on!
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9. Sarah Jessica Parker’s ‘Carrie Necklace’ In Sex And The City
Sex and the City made its mark with incredible fashion and jewelry moments. The movie gave fashion inspo to viewers everywhere long before Pinterest and TikTok came in. But nothing was more iconic than the Carrie Necklace.
SJP wore this simple gold name necklace sooo many times in the series that it has practically become a character in its own right. Who can forget the existential crisis that ensued when she almost lost it in Paris?
So, with the second season of And Just Like That right around the corner, now would be the perfect time to shop for your very own name necklace. Looking for recommendations? Trust us; our easy-to-personalize name necklace will be the hero of your story in no time.
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10. Carey Mulligan’s Art Deco-Inspired Rings In The Great Gatsby
The Great Gatsby movie made vintage jewelry cool again!
Carey Mulligan wore several iconic jewels while playing the infamous character, Daisy Buchanan, but her cocktail rings come at the top of our list. They capture the Art Deco movement to a T with their geometric angles, shapes and colors.
