Costume jewellery

Costume jewellery in Australia: prices and how to buy

Updated 4 November 2026

Costume jewellery in Australia usually costs between A$2 and A$19 for a set, a necklace or a pair of earrings, and statement pieces reach about A$37. These are approximate figures from sellers' websites, November 2026. For the exact piece you want, the quickest way to current prices is a request on BlaBlaPrice.

What the consumer law says and what to check

In Australia the Australian Consumer Law applies to jewellery sold by businesses, and sellers cannot exclude its guarantees. If a piece fails or is not as described, you are entitled to a replacement or a refund for a major failure, and this covers manufacturing faults even when the listing mentions no warranty. Some jewellers offer a 12-month or two-year warranty on stones and settings, so ask what it covers before you pay. When the item is a present, ask for the return conditions in writing, because the recipient may want a different size or colour.

Season and gift timing

November is the busiest month for gifts in Australia. Christmas parties and end-of-year events fill the calendar, and demand for costume pieces rises in the weeks before 25 December. From December to February the summer season brings beach outings, festivals and summer dresses, so lightweight necklaces, bright beads and pearl sets sell well. Ordering in early November leaves enough time for delivery to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth or Adelaide, but ask the seller for the delivery time to your city before you pay.

What to write in your request

Name the item (earrings, necklace, ring set or bracelet), the material and the colour you want, such as gold tone, silver or pearl. Add the style, for example vintage 1920s or boho, and whether the piece is for a gift, a party or daily wear. Give the chain or bracelet length in centimetres, state the quantity and your delivery city, and set a budget in A$. Ask whether postage is included in the price, because listings do not always show it.

Describe the piece in one message on the BlaBlaPrice home page. Sellers registered on BlaBlaPrice receive the request and reply in the chat with their own offer, price and delivery terms. Your contacts stay hidden, and you decide with whom to exchange contacts, so nobody calls you unasked. To see how the process works first, read how BlaBlaPrice works. For a related search, see Accessories.