<p>As someone who’s panicked more than once about misplacing an heirloom ring, I feel seen by this topic. While it’s especially poignant for <a href=”https://www.elle.com/fashion/a22840502/fine-jewelry-shopping-online/” target=”_blank”>fine jewelry</a> collectors, <a href=”https://www.elle.com/fashion/shopping/g31157773/affordable-jewelry-brands/” target=”_blank”>costume pieces</a> can have just as much sentimental value. “The time and effort we invest in building a jewelry collection justifies the need for a quality travel jewelry organizer,” says Kathleen Weber, Lesher’s colleague as head design manager at Mark & Graham. Liu even points out that she thinks having a case helps remind her to take especially good care of her collection. To all you ladies who store tangled necklaces in plastic sandwich bags, consider the bar raised. <br></p><p>Armed with advice from Lesher, Weber, and Liu, I chose the best travel jewelry cases based on their features, construction, and customer reviews; shop them all below. <br></p>”/>
Pros
- Engravable
- Anti-tarnish microsuede lining
- Compact
Cons
- Small-medium capacity
Mejuri is already one of our favorite places to shop for jewelry, so you might as well pick up on of these while you’re at it.
Colors: Beige, Black
Dimensions: Length: 4; width: 4 inches; height: 1.4 inches
Customer review: “This little box is so amazing. I use it for travel as well as for the office. I throw it in my gym tote so I can store my jewelry while I work out…the quality is amazing. Bought this for three of my friends as a gift and they also adore.”
Pros
- Genuine leather
- Engravable
- Packs flat
- Anti-tarnish microsuede lining
It’s just like a high-quality leather wallet, except it’s full of jewels.
Colors: 11 options
Dimensions: Length: 8.5 inches; width: 5.75 inches; height: 1.75 inches
Customer review: “Beautiful, high quality leather and lining and so organized. Slides perfectly in my travel tote so I can easily carry my jewelry. Fits everything—earrings, rings, necklaces, bracelets—all without tangling. Highly recommend.”
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This rectangular option was designed to fit within certain BEIS toiletry bags. How ideal!
Colors: Beige
Dimensions: Length: 9.4 inches; width: 3 inches; height: 2 inches
Customer review: “Love it; so great for organizing jewelry and hair accessories. Also, appreciate the no zipper feature as don’t have to worry of the zipper coming apart on its own as I’ve experienced with other generic jewelry organizers.”
Pros
- Made with durable nylon
- Compact, packs flat
Travel rolls aren’t just for watches. A folding, compact style, such as this one, will hardly take up any space in your luggage.
Colors: Flamingo, Noir, Blanc, Bubble Gum
Dimensions: Length: 15 inches; width: 8.5 inches (when open)
Customer review: “Perfect for travel to keep jewelry organized. Cute color!”
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You can shop this sweet, shell-shaped option directly from Amazon, and it even has a place for your lipstick.
Colors: 9 options
Dimensions: Length: 6.69 inches; width: 4.92 inches; height: 2.09 inches
Customer review: “I travel frequently and I must have my earrings!!! This travel jewelry box is great for earrings, rings, and necklaces. Maybe not so much for bracelets…It’s made well so it’s durable and travel friendly. I got that the one and I really love it!!! Would totally buy again or even give as a gift.”
Although this folding case has a magnet closure, all of the compartments are secured or zippered, so you won’t have to worry about anything falling out.
Colors: 12 options
Dimensions: Length: 16.5 inches; width: 5.5 inches (when open)
Customer review: “This is perfect to carry my jewelry while traveling. Love that is cotton, soft, and compact. All the snaps are secure, zippers function, stitching is strong. Doesn’t consume space yet stores a lot!”
This one isn’t like most jewelry cases; it’s different. Rather than built-in organization, it comes with several small pouches to store each piece of jewelry separately.
Colors: 18 options
Dimensions: Length: 6.5 inches; depth: 4.5 inches; height: 3.3 inches
Customer review: “This is so much better than I imagined. Thick leather with adorable bags inside to hold so many items. I just went to the Bahamas and Florida and packed all my fun jewelry plus some medication and still had a couple empty bags. Very well made. Zipper is not cheap. Plastic/vinyl on bags is very thick. EXCELLENT!”
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I was pleasantly surprised at how great Amazon’s selection is. This folding organizer, along with the other options I’ve included from the retailer, has rave reviews.
Colors: Purple, Pink, Lake Blue, Black, Blue Grey
Dimensions: Length: 13 inches; width: 8.5 inches; depth: 0.6 inches (when open)
Customer review: “I was surprised at how much jewelry I could fit in it. I particularly liked that I was able to separate my necklaces so they were not a tangled mess. Most importantly, it folds up flat, unlike many that are cubes. It fits in a suitcase or carry on effortlessly.”
Pros
- Affordable
- Personalized
Cons
- Mixed reviews
What a perfectly petite present.
Colors: Black, Cream
Dimensions: Length: 4.5 inches; width: 4.5 inches; height: 2.5 inches
Customer review: “Very nice quality and just the right size for my collection!”
Pros
- Compact
- Genuine leather
- Ethically made
Cons
- Small capacity
If you regularly take off your jewelry at your desk, the gym, or anywhere else, this sleek option is compact enough to keep in your purse.
Colors: Pebble Grey
Dimensions: Length: 4.75 inches; width: 2.37 inches; height: 1.5 inches
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Pros
- Anti-tarnish microsuede lining
- Genuine leather
Cons
- Small capacity
- Minimal organization
Unlike most options on the market, Wolf’s unique design features a circular case with a well in the center.
Colors: Forest Green, Jade
Dimensions: Diameter: 4.5 inches; height: 2 inches
Customer review: “You need this! Another fine quality piece by Wolf!”
Pros
- Doubles as a jewelry box
- Includes small mirror
- Scratch-resistant lining
Cons
- Bulkier than some options
The beauty of this one is that it’s both structured and folding.
Colors: Black, Sage, Rose Gold, Natural Shimmer
Dimensions: Length: 4 inches; width: 3.5 inches; depth: 3.75 inches
Pros
- Great organization & capacity
Cons
- Faux leather and suede
- Bulkier than some options
Something about pulling jewelry out of a drawstring pouch feels so luxurious.
Colors: 6 options
Dimensions: Length: 7 inches; width: 5 inches; depth: 2.5 inches
Customer review: “BEST PURCHASE OF THE YEAR! This case just makes my life easier!”
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No, it’s not an eyeglass case…but Smythson does make those, too.
Colors: Black, Nile Blue, Navy, Sandstone
Dimensions: Length: 8 inches; width: 3.5 inches
Expert Tips for Buying a Travel Jewelry Case
- There are two things that Lesher says matter most: quality and design. “When you buy something that is built to last, you won’t need to purchase a new one every couple of years,” she says. “The materials of the organizer are important for both beauty and durability.” Liu echoes the importance of this. “A soft lining is also important to prevent scratches; we use microsuede on ours,” she adds. “And, of course, a secure closure, especially for any kind of travel case.”
- Lesher recommends looking for organizers with secure compartments, including the all-important feature that keeps your necklaces untangled. A well-made zipper is also crucial, she notes.
- “You’ll want to focus on an organizer with a hard case or well-padded exterior that will provide crush support while traveling in your carry-on or weekender bags,” says Weber.
- Size matters, too. You might want enough room for bangles or collar necklaces, but Weber recommends avoiding any case that wouldn’t fit in carry-on luggage. “Multiple compartments are crucial for accommodating various jewelry sizes and types,” says Liu.
Meet the Experts
- Kate Lesher is the senior vice president of Mark & Graham, while Kathleen Weber is the brand’s head design manager.
- Rae Liu is the co-founder of Leatherology.
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