There are few pieces of jewellery that walk the line between simple and spectacular as deftly as a tennis bracelet. At a glance, the dainty piece doesn’t look like much — an ultra-fine strand that drapes elegantly around the wrist — but upon closer inspection, there’s no mistaking the tennis bracelet for a jewellery wallflower.  

Made famous by tennis pro Chris Evert in the 1980s, who often took to the court wearing a strand of delicate diamonds on her wrist, the tennis bracelet has become one of the most popular ways to subtly wear diamonds. From the more traditional round style, where each diamond is cut in a circular shape, to the bolder emerald and princess cut styles, the tennis bracelet is loved for its versatility. Unlike more ornate diamond bracelets, the tennis bracelet lends itself to stacking with pieces you already own, making it the perfect addition to your forever jewellery wardrobe.  

As elegant worn with jeans as it is with a bridal gown, the tennis bracelet is an investment guaranteed to stand the test of time. Whether you’re looking for a simple statement piece to wear on your wedding day or are in the market for a bracelet to become a family heirloom this Valentine’s Day, a tennis bracelet is bound to tick the boxes. Here, we round up where to shop for them at The Strand Arcade. 

Dustins Jewellers, Ground Floor 

 With over 45 years’ experience in crafting fine diamond jewellery, Dustins Jewellers use only the highest quality natural diamonds in their carefully-set tennis bracelets. Whether you’re after something quietly luxurious or bold and beautiful, you can custom create your bracelet with the help of Dustins Jewellers’ head designer. 

Pierre Diamonds, Ground Floor 

If you’re after a bracelet designed especially for you, you can’t go past Pierre Diamonds. Renowned for hand-selecting the best diamonds from around the world and offering bespoke services, you can create your dream piece with ease thanks to chief curator, Pierre Germani.  

Sarah & Sebastian, Level 1 

Known for their super-fine, ultra dainty pieces, Sarah & Sebastian’s tennis bracelets use ethically sourced diamonds cut in an elegant round shape for a versatile piece that’s made to be cherished forever.  

Secrets Shhh, Ground Level 

Lab-grown diamonds are growing rapidly in popularity, and with tennis bracelets like these, you can see why. Impossible to distinguish the difference and available at a fraction of the cost, Secrets Shhh’s tennis bracelets are an environmentally friendly alternative that will still go the distance.