American jewelry brand known for its expandable wire bangles and symbolic charms infused with positive energy. [1, 2, 12]
ORIGIN
USA
PRICE TIER
affordable
Founded in 2004 by Carolyn Rafaelian, who brought her family's jewelry-making heritage into a new venture, Alex and Ani is an American accessories brand built on the philosophy of positive energy. Operating from Cranston, Rhode Island, the brand gained widespread popularity for its patented expandable wire bangles, which allow wearers to create personalized stacks of symbolic charms. Each design is intended to carry personal meaning, with collections spanning zodiac signs, spiritual symbols, and licensed partnerships with entities like Disney and various sports leagues. The brand's core mission is to create meaningful, eco-conscious jewelry, with a stated commitment to using recycled materials and crafting its products in America.