Jennifer Meyer’s jewelry has a way of feeling instantly familiar and deeply personal all at once. Her signature symbols including hearts, leaves, evil eyes, and good luck charms have become modern icons, worn by everyone from Hollywood stylists to women building their everyday stack with intention.

What makes her pieces resonate is not just how they look, but how they are worn. Effortlessly layered, quietly meaningful, and always reflective of where you are in life.

In this conversation, Jennifer shares how she styles her signature symbols, the pieces she is most drawn to right now, and her simple philosophy for creating a jewelry stack that feels personal, intuitive, and uniquely yours.

Your hearts, leaves, and protective charms have become modern icons. Is there a symbol you are especially drawn to in this season of your life, and what about it resonates with you
It is very hard to pick just one. I am a big believer in the power of symbolism. Right now I am especially drawn to the leaf. Leaves are such a beautiful symbol of growth and change, and as we celebrate twenty years of the brand, it feels very meaningful. A leaf reminds me that life is always evolving and that there is beauty in transformation. It represents embracing new seasons, both personally and creatively, while staying rooted in what matters most.

When you design a new symbol or charm, what comes first: the meaning, the shape, or the emotion behind it
I always start with meaning. I am drawn to symbols that have a deep purpose, something that protects, inspires, or reminds you of someone you love or a moment in time. From there I shape it into something that feels wearable every day. My goal is always to create pieces that feel meaningful and also fit naturally into your daily life.

Your pieces have appeared in everything from Spider Man 3 to The Break Up to the viral nameplate necklace on Nobody Wants This. When you designed those pieces originally, what was your creative approach
Every piece has its own creative path. Some begin as a quick sketch and others start as a small spark of an idea. Seeing someone wear my jewelry and having it appear in one of those major pop culture moments is the best feeling. It never gets old.

You are known for effortless layering. What is your rule of thumb for mixing chains, charms, and lengths
I love mixing different lengths, charms, and colors. My rule is simple. Have fun and do not overthink it. Let each piece tell its own story but make sure they all speak the same visual language. It is really about balance, proportions, and wearing what feels natural to you.

What is the easiest way for someone to start layering if they feel unsure or intimidated
Start with one meaningful piece and build from there. Keep it simple at first and let the layers grow naturally. Jewelry should feel effortless and personal. The more you wear it and play with combinations, the more intuitive it becomes.

What does your everyday jewelry stack look like right now, from necklaces to rings
I love pieces that move easily from day to night. I am always wearing my Good Luck Necklace. I like mixing it with tennis necklaces and rotating in some of my favorite symbols such as the leaf, the evil eye, and the heart. For rings, I gravitate toward the inlay heart, the open evil eye, and stacked graduated rings. For earrings, I often wear big hoops and lately I have been pairing them with elongated teardrop huggies. Every piece feels personal, meaningful, and effortless. It is all about creating a stack that feels like you.

What is your advice for mixing colorful stones with symbolic charms in a way that feels elevated
I love mixing colors and charms. Start with one colorful piece that is meaningful to you. It could be your birthstone or simply a color you love. Some of my favorite stones are diamond, turquoise, emerald, and lapis. Then layer in your symbolic charms, playing with length and texture to create depth. The goal is for the look to feel effortless, elevated, and personal.

For someone who is just starting a jewelry collection, which signature symbol makes the perfect first piece
The Good Luck Necklace is a wonderful place to start because it feels both timeless and personal. It features seven symbols, each with its own meaning including protection, love, hope, and peace. There are versions that are delicate and others that are slightly bolder, so it works beautifully on its own and also layered.

Is there a styling tip that instantly elevates someone’s everyday jewelry look
Absolutely. Mix your lengths. Layering instantly elevates a look. But here is what I really believe. If you love how it looks, trust it. Confidence is always the best styling tip.

What is the one piece you always pack when you travel, no matter what
Big gold hoops. They take you from the beach to daytime to night and everything in between.

To discover more of Jennifer Meyer’s signature symbols and explore her latest collections, visit jennifermeyer.com