The Best Jewelry Organizers Are Both Fancy and Functional

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It’s inevitable: Necklaces get knotted up, earrings lose their other halves, and rings end up rolling away to the Land of Misfit Jewelry. But it doesn’t have to be like that. With the help of a jewelry organizer, whether a simple tray or an elaborate wall hanging, you can create a designated home for your everyday pieces and the special occasion ones, too. 

Between storage boxes, wall hooks, ring holders, dramatic stands, and simple dishes, there are a lot of options to store and display your jewelry. Overwhelmed? Don’t worry—we’ve gathered the best jewelry organizers of all kinds, all you have to do is read on for our top picks. 

Our Favorites

• Best overall: Yamazaki Jewelry Organizers
• Best statement: Julia Elsas Ceramic Wall Hook
• Best travel: Cuyana Travel Jewelry Case
• Best wall mount: Pottery Barn Acrylic Wall Mount Jewelry Organizer
• Best catchall: Fog Linen Brass Oval Tray
• Best drawers: Umbra Moona Jewelry Storage Box
• Best modular: Pattern Storage Gems
• Best ring holder: West Elm Ring Holder
• Best this and that: Year & Day All Day & Night Dip Dishes

Best Overall: Yamazaki Jewelry Organizers

Style: Stacked trays | Shape: Rectangular | Material: Alloy steel

Why we chose it: This jewelry organizer is as smart as it is beautiful.

Yamazaki is our go-to for streamlined organizational products of all kinds, including the best jewelry organizers. This three-tiered accessory stand, available in both white and black steel, is a sleek way to corral accessories of any size, from tiny earrings to oversize necklaces to everything in between—even a watch, keys, your phone, you name it. We’re imagining it on a dresser, but it would look equally as chic in an entryway or bathroom.

Best Statement Organizer: Julia Elsas Ceramic Wall Hook

Style: Wall hooks | Shape: Squiggles | Material: Ceramic

Why we chose it: These hooks are eye-catching and functional—our favorite combination.   

These Julia Elsas–designed wall hooks, which come in a variety of squiggly designs and colors, are like art that you can put to work organizing your necklaces and bracelets. If these aren’t quite the right fit for your jewelry—maybe you’re more apt to rock rings and earrings—chances are your handbags and coats are begging to be hung there. 

Best Travel: Cuyana Travel Jewelry Case

Style: Case | Shape: Oval | Material: Pebbled leather and suede

Why we chose it: It keeps your beloved baubles safe while on the go. 

Traveling with jewelry can be nerve-racking, so you’ll want an organizer that will protect your precious pieces without taking up too much suitcase space. This Cuyana design is the best travel jewelry case on our list: small but mighty, with pouches for rings, a detachable earring strap that holds up to three pairs, and a suede strap that prevents necklaces from becoming a tangled mess. 

Best Wall Mount: Pottery Barn Acrylic Wall Mount Jewelry Organizer

Style: Wall mount | Shape: Varies | Material: Acrylic

Why we chose it: It’s sturdy, sleek, and saves precious dresser space.

If the top of your dresser is prime real estate, clear some space by displaying your jewelry on a wall-mounted organizer like this barely there acrylic design. It has a home for everything: small holes for earrings, hooks for anything you’d want to hang, and a removable bar to slide bracelets on. The clear acrylic lets you see it all at a glance without looking cumbersome.

Best Catchall: Fog Linen Brass Oval Tray

Style: Tray | Shape: Oval | Material: Brass

Why we chose it: It doesn’t get much simpler or much prettier. 

We could come up with 100 possible uses for this brass oval tray, but we particularly love the idea of putting it to work as a bedside jewelry organizer, a catchall for your daily pieces. It’s 8.75 inches wide and 5.25 inches deep, perfect for a few everyday essentials with room in between so nothing tangles. Though if you decide to repurpose it to organize your desk accessories or plate an appetizer at a dinner party, we fully approve of those uses, too. 

Best Drawers: Umbra Moona Jewelry Storage Box

Style: Box | Shape: Semicircle | Material: Plywood and plastic

Why we chose it: It’s the lazy Susan of jewelry organizers.  

If you like to tuck your baubles away at the end of the night, this plywood design with hidden compartments is the best jewelry box for you. With three rounded drawers that rotate 360 degrees, it allows you easy access to everything, all while keeping your jewelry organized and out of sight. The few pieces you reach for each morning can be placed on the top tray for easy access.  

Best Modular: Pattern Storage Gems

Style: Mini containers | Shape: Square | Material: Acrylic

Why we chose it: They’re fun, functional, and space saving.

Maximize your space by stacking these cubes, which come in a bundle that includes two short gems, two tall gems, and two lids. Organize your jewelry in the gems that best fit, mixing and matching the colors along the way and using the concave lids as a holding spot for the pieces you take off right before bedtime. Best of all? When the colorful acrylic catches sunlight, it will cast a subtle stained-glass–like glow.  

Best Ring Holder: West Elm Ring Holder

Style: Ring holder | Shape: Cone | Material: Concrete and cork

Why we chose it: This ring holder ensures you’ll never misplace your treasured rings again.

We’ve all been there. One minute your ring is on your nightstand, and the next it’s on the floor or under the bed or who knows where. This concrete ring holder ups your chances of never asking “Where did my ring go?” again. And if you prefer to wear bracelets, there’s a larger coordinating bangle option, too. 

Best This and That: Year & Day All Day & Night Dip Dishes

Style: Dish | Shape: Circular | Material: Ceramic

Why we chose it: Sweet, simple organizers for the jewelry minimalist. 

If your day-to-day look includes a couple small pairs of earrings and perhaps a few rings, opt for these teeny-tiny dip dishes to keep jewelry organized and your dresser clutter-free. Mix and match the soft, soothing colors or select a single hue for a monochromatic set. If they’re not a good fit for your jewelry, they would be equally pretty on a tabletop as chic salt and pepper cellars or a perfect spot for a dollop of butter.

How We Chose These Products

To make the cut, the best jewelry organizers we chose had to check two boxes: They had to be pretty and they had to be practical. Everyone’s jewelry preferences vary. Some of us have been wearing the same ring and stud earrings every day since 2015, while others haven’t repeated an accessory in months, so we wanted to find a fit for anyone, no matter where you lie on the jewelry-wearing spectrum. Finally, the jewelry storage we chose had to be from design-forward brands in a range of price points and styles. 

Our Shopping Checklist

Types of Jewelry Organizers

Between trays, hooks, and boxes (and that’s just for starters), there are numerous types of jewelry organizers, and we shopped for a wide range of options. Certain pieces of jewelry—like rings, earrings, and necklaces—require a particular kind of organizer, so what you tend to wear will determine the best organizer for you. 

Material 

Whether you opt for a jewelry organizer that’s made out of ceramic, concrete, acrylic, brass, or something else, select a material that fits in seamlessly with the rest of your decor. The organizer should also be sturdy, easy to clean, and solid enough to last for years (and years) to come. 

Size 

We shopped for jewelry organizers of all sizes, from tiny-as-can-be dishes to oversize wall-mounted options. The size you choose depends on the amount of dresser or wall space you can afford, as well as how much jewelry you own. 

Compartments 

Consider your needs when it comes to jewelry storage. Some people prefer stashing their pieces in tiny drawers, while others like displaying them on trays. You might want to prevent necklaces from tangling or you may need an organizer with small holes to house earrings. We selected jewelry organizers with a mix of all of the above so you can find a fit depending on your space and style.  

Ask Domino

Q: The jewelry—it’s everywhere. How do I organize it?

As with any decluttering process, the first step to organizing jewelry is to gather it all in one place. Then group rings with rings, necklaces with necklaces, and so on. “Pull out your most-loved pieces, the ones you enjoy wearing or ones that evoke a very positive memory,” says Lauren Saltman, professional organizer and owner of Living Simplified. Those are the items you should keep within close reach.

While you’re in the midst of organizing, set aside any pieces that need to be repaired; earrings that have lost their match; and items that stir up negative memories or that you simply no longer enjoy wearing. Those can be taken to a jeweler, donated, or sold. 

Q: Are jewelry boxes the best storage for every kind of jewelry?

Depending on the amount of jewelry in your collection, a tabletop jewelry box may be the perfect choice for you. There are plenty of other options, though. 

If your collection is large, consider dedicating an entire dresser drawer, organized with velvet-lined trays, to house your baubles. If you tend toward the minimalist side, a simple dish on your dresser is an easy way to grab and go each morning. Or if space allows, purchase a necklace tree or a specially designed system that can be installed on your closet wall. “This will keep the necklaces from getting tangled and act as a lovely way to display and enjoy them when they aren’t in use,” says Saltman.

Q: How do I store jewelry so it looks like art?

The next time you’re shopping at your favorite jewelry store, take note of how it merchandises; that could give you inspiration for displaying your collection. Or if you have a dramatic piece of jewelry that only gets pulled out for the occasional black-tie event, Saltman recommends displaying it in your home so you can enjoy it every day, even when you’re not wearing it. You could also consider mounting your jewelry in a shadow box or purchasing a padded velvet necklace stand, then rotating your favorites for an ever-changing artistic display.  

The Last Word

Jewelry is personal and so are the best jewelry organizers. Select one that’s fun and functional, doubling as home decor, and fits the kinds of jewelry you reach for on a daily basis.