A kid jewelry box has the power to turn any ordinary girl into a sparkling princess. Whether it’s for costume jewelry, an heirloom piece, a watch, or daily accessories, you need the right size box and compartments to fit all her jewels. Depending on the age and interests of your child, you may opt for different design materials, colors, and special features.
Having a gorgeous jewelry box that breaks after the first few ballerina twirls will be a terrible disappointment. Since the one that looks the cutest may not be the most functional, we suggest checking out a few aspects before making your final decision. Here’s what you need to consider when buying the best kids' jewelry box to create magical moments, happily ever after.
Kids Jewelry Box Size and Compartments
Before choosing a box, consider the size and number of items it can hold. If you are buying online, check the dimensions and get a ruler out to ensure you understand exactly what size the box will be. Toddlers may not require something too big, however, your tween may start collecting more jewelry and need adequate space for it all. Some boxes only feature one large compartment which is ideal for larger items like watches, however, this doesn’t allow you to separate small and big items and can result in chains getting tangled.
Bigger jewelry boxes have different size compartments, mini drawers, and ring rolls. This allows you to compartmentalize all your pieces making them easy to find and preventing any damage, scratches, and tangling.
Uses
If your little one is not much into jewelry but wants a box for other items such as Barbie accessories and clothing, marbles, makeup, or hair accessories, you may want to look for different compartment types and sizes. For example, ring rolls will be unnecessary if using the box for these items. If it’s a box that will be taken with you when traveling, ensure it can close securely or has a small lock feature to prevent it from opening and the contents from spilling out while on the go.
Quality
The best design materials for smaller children are wood or hard plastic. Metal cases are best kept for older children, especially if they have sharp corners since toddlers are more prone to getting hurt by accidental bumps and knocks. The box should have a sturdy design with secure hinges. You may also want to check that the product is CPSIA certified. The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act defines toy safety regulations and mandatory standards to ensure that there are no unsafe levels of lead or phthalates in any part of children’s accessories from toys and cribs to childcare items.
Most boxes are lined with a soft velvet-like fabric to prevent scratched or damaged jewelry and also include a mirror on the interior of the lid. Not all boxes come with these features, especially hard plastic types, so be sure to check this if it's important to you.
Age and Gender
With a great variety of boxes out there, there is something for every boy or girl of any age. Whether you have a 5-year-old girl who needs a place to store all her unicorn accessories or a tween nephew who has a collection of leather and steel bracelets, you’ll need to pick the jewelry organizer accordingly. Consider what they like rather than what you like and take their age, gender, interests, and personality into account.
Style
Besides the style of the box itself, consider whether the box matches the colors or theme in the kids' room. The jewelry organizer is most likely going to stand on a small table, shelf, or dresser and can serve as a complementary décor element. If you are opting for a bigger box, make sure there is enough space to display it. Younger kids are more likely to enjoy a tune playing while their unicorn or ballerina twirl inside, while teenagers generally prefer a more simplistic modern or elegant look.
Closure
The jewelry case closure is generally a swing clasp, latch, toggle clip, or magnetic closure. They don’t usually come with a lock, so if this is a feature you want, make sure to look specifically for a box that has a small lock and key.
