as in pendants
an ornament worn on a chain around the neck or wrist
wore a bracelet with small silver bangles on it
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Recent Examples of bangles
As for costume jewelry, bakelite bangles and brooches can be extremely valuable if the design is rare.
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Ashley Poskin, Martha Stewart, 8 Jan. 2026
There was a trade to be done, an eggplant to sell, colorful bangles, a devotional lamp.
—Diaa Hadid, NPR, 10 Dec. 2025
At the height of the aughts, stars like Anne Hathaway and Miley Cyrus would routinely pair a fun summer dress with their best bootcut jeans—plus huge bangles and even huger shades—for an instantly quirky outfit.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2025
There are also premade sets as well as a dozen more options, such as thematic rings and bangles.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025
Her look also included black pumps, black and white bangles and a gorgeous red lip.
—Ariana Quihuiz, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Another one of our favorite gift ideas on Amazon is this set of Bala bangles.
—Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 7 Oct. 2025
Hidden in the brand’s sale section are dozens of (literal) gems, including this now-$14 birthstone necklace, goes- with -everything gold bangles, and other stylish accessories.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025
The actress praises costume designer Trish Summerville, whose team then adorned her with all the brooches, bangles, and those bulging glasses.
—EW.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Ashley Poskin, Martha Stewart, 8 Jan. 2026
There was a trade to be done, an eggplant to sell, colorful bangles, a devotional lamp.
—Diaa Hadid, NPR, 10 Dec. 2025
At the height of the aughts, stars like Anne Hathaway and Miley Cyrus would routinely pair a fun summer dress with their best bootcut jeans—plus huge bangles and even huger shades—for an instantly quirky outfit.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2025
There are also premade sets as well as a dozen more options, such as thematic rings and bangles.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025
Her look also included black pumps, black and white bangles and a gorgeous red lip.
—Ariana Quihuiz, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Another one of our favorite gift ideas on Amazon is this set of Bala bangles.
—Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 7 Oct. 2025
Hidden in the brand’s sale section are dozens of (literal) gems, including this now-$14 birthstone necklace, goes- with -everything gold bangles, and other stylish accessories.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025
The actress praises costume designer Trish Summerville, whose team then adorned her with all the brooches, bangles, and those bulging glasses.
—EW.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bangles
Noun
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For a significant upgrade, start searching for pendants and wall sconces, which are a bit more complicated to install but can offer a high impact on a space.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
6 Jan. 2026
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Adorned with 3,000 pendants, including 2,000 in signature Baccarat red crystal from fusing clear crystal with 24-karat gold powder, the opulent work of art is cradled by 15-foot installation and available for public viewing and viral social media moments day and night.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
1 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Today, there are hundreds—nay, thousands—of purse charms and keychains to choose from (like this funky gold initial charm from Fohufo).—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Jan. 2026
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My favorite finds from Jellycat are the bag charms.—
Ali Faccenda,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Bangles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bangles. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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