How to Buy Wholesale Jewelry for a Retail Store

When you buy wholesale jewelry for a retail store, compare styles against the same order brief. A pair of earrings may look right for your display, but you still need to know its dimensions, fastening, finish and minimum order quantity before committing to stock.

1. Build your shortlist around the way you sell

Start with the categories your customers already buy. For an earring display, compare studs and drops by size, weight and fastening. For gifts, compare pendant dimensions, chain length and packaging. Record the style reference beside each selection so the quote can be matched to the right item.

• Browse earring styles for studs, hoops and drops.
• Browse necklace styles for pendant and chain options.
• Browse charm and gift jewelry for a gift assortment.

2. Confirm the material and finish for each style

Ask for the base material, any plating or coating, and any components made from a different material. For rings, confirm the available sizes. For bracelets, ask for the wearable length and clasp type. For earrings, confirm the post material and back type. Request these details by style reference.

Start with the stainless steel and gold-plated collection or 925 sterling silver collection, then confirm the specification of each shortlisted item.

If you are choosing between the two materials, read the retail buyer’s comparison of stainless steel and 925 sterling silver jewelry before sending your shortlist.

3. Compare quotes on the same terms

Send each supplier the same list of styles, quantities and delivery destination. Ask whether minimums apply per style, finish, size or total order. Compare what each quote includes, such as packaging and shipping, and ask when samples and the main order could ship.

For a first order, use samples to check closure operation, fit, finish and packaging against the written specification. Record any changes before placing the main order.

Use the minimum order quantity and sample checklist to specify how quantities should be grouped and what the sample needs to represent.

Send your shortlist for a wholesale quote

Share the style references, approximate quantities, preferred finishes and delivery destination. Include any sample needs or target delivery date. Request a wholesale jewelry quote from Aurelle.