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
These include an elite Viking Age burial site unearthed near Lisbjerg and engraved 9th century silver bangles, found in Elsted, that functioned as currency whose value was determined by the jewelry’s weight.
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Leslie Katz,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Further jewelry augmented the gown, with Jones accessorizing with gold bangles and bracelets and delicate rings.
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Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
28 June 2026
An eye-catching bag, bold hair accessories, or a stack of chunky bangles can completely change the direction of a jersey look.
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Amanda Le,
InStyle,
22 June 2026
The Lotus bangles exemplify that thinking—open, architectural lines invite light to pass through the forms, casting reflections and subtle tonal variations as the wrist moves—objects made to engage naturally with the body.
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Jill Newman,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
Accentuate the high neckline and tucked waist details with sparkly accessories like statement earrings and delicate bangles.
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Kate Donovan,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
Marble bathroom sinks are based on the balconies of a nearby art deco building, while even the distinctive bedposts are modelled on the chunky bangles worn by local writer and activist Nancy Cunard, heiress to the shipping empire.
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Siobhan Grogan,
TheWeek,
7 Apr. 2026
Leslie Katz,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Further jewelry augmented the gown, with Jones accessorizing with gold bangles and bracelets and delicate rings.
—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
28 June 2026
An eye-catching bag, bold hair accessories, or a stack of chunky bangles can completely change the direction of a jersey look.
—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
22 June 2026
The Lotus bangles exemplify that thinking—open, architectural lines invite light to pass through the forms, casting reflections and subtle tonal variations as the wrist moves—objects made to engage naturally with the body.
—
Jill Newman,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
Accentuate the high neckline and tucked waist details with sparkly accessories like statement earrings and delicate bangles.
—
Kate Donovan,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
Marble bathroom sinks are based on the balconies of a nearby art deco building, while even the distinctive bedposts are modelled on the chunky bangles worn by local writer and activist Nancy Cunard, heiress to the shipping empire.
—
Siobhan Grogan,
TheWeek,
7 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bangles
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The Saudi Suite A wedding gift from Crown Prince Fahd of Saudi Arabia, the Burmese sapphire and diamond Saudi Suite consisted of a necklace, pendants, a ring, a bracelet, earrings, and a rather gaudy watch.
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Chanel buttons are the prize, since people repurpose them into earrings, pendants, charms and brooches.
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While South Beach will always remain a hot spot, the billion-dollar renovation of the Fontainebleau hotel in 2008 drew visitors to the less-frenetic charms of Miami Beach's midtown.
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The Single Village Fix’s pineapple syrup harnesses the vibrant smoke and character of mezcal, embracing and even amplifying its charms, and the lime cuts through any the sweetness and makes the whole thing refreshing.
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“Bangles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bangles. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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