8 Other Reasons Review 2026: Is the Trendy Jewelry Worth It?

By the Simple Life Reviews editorial team

8 Other Reasons is a Los Angeles jewelry and accessories label known for boho-glam earrings, chains, rings and body jewelry at prices well below designer brands. This review covers who is behind the brand, what the pieces cost, what customers praise and complain about, and the shipping and return rules you should check before ordering.

Contents

• Our verdict in brief
• How we researched this review
• Who owns the brand, and where it comes from
• What the brand sells
• Prices and product comparison
• Best-selling styles reviewers covered
• What customers say
• Pros and cons
• Shipping, returns and damaged items
• Ways to pay less
• Who it is for, and who should skip it
• Is it worth it?
• Our ratings
• FAQ

Our verdict in brief

This is a good pick for trend-led, statement jewelry at accessible prices, with a long track record and plenty of celebrity visibility. Reviewers praise the designs, comfort and value, and customer ratings are mostly positive. The catch is plated fashion jewelry that some buyers say wears faster than expected, and a historically short return window, so buy for style and fun rather than as heirloom pieces.

How we researched this review

Simple Life Reviews did not buy or wear these pieces. We read three independent sources: a detailed brand and product review from Honest Brand Reviews, an enthusiastic blogger write-up from ExpertBeacon whose author says they bought several pieces, and a store-rating page from Tenereteam. We also checked the brand's website.

The sources have limits. The Honest Brand Reviews article is several years old, so its prices and policies may have changed. The ExpertBeacon piece reads as a fan's account, and the Tenereteam page mixes brand data with what appears to be generic store information. We note where sources disagree and where details need checking on the current site.

Who owns the brand, and where it comes from

The label was founded by designer Charles Lichaa, who started it in Los Angeles in 2010, according to ExpertBeacon's brand profile of 8 Other Reasons. The same profile describes him as an Australian designer who moved to LA, says the "8" in the name stands for prosperity in Chinese culture, and credits an early break with the retailer Fred Segal, which took his collection.

Honest Brand Reviews also names Lichaa as founder and describes the business as LA-based, with a focus on affordable pieces that let wearers express themselves. Its 2022 review notes press coverage in outlets such as Vogue, Glamour, People and Forbes, and celebrity fans including Bella Hadid, Katy Perry, Jessica Alba and Emma Roberts, in its brand overview of 8 Other Reasons.

That history matters for trust. A brand with more than a decade of trading, stockists and a named founder is a lower-risk purchase than an anonymous drop-shipping store with similar styles.

What the brand sells

The range centers on fashion jewelry: earrings, hoops, ear cuffs, necklaces, chokers, rings, belts and body chains, plus some accessories such as bags, hats, face masks and the occasional clothing collaboration. New drops arrive frequently, and the look is bold and trend-driven, mixing boho, nineties and glam influences.

Most pieces are plated rather than solid precious metal. ExpertBeacon describes one bestselling body chain as 14k gold plating over a sterling silver alloy, with a 28-inch strand that can also be worn as a belt, in its look at bestselling styles from 8 Other Reasons. Plating keeps prices low and makes bold designs affordable, but it wears with time, which is the main durability trade-off.

Prices and product comparison

Current prices were not available from the brand's site in our sources, so the table below uses the prices Honest Brand Reviews listed several years ago. Treat them as a guide to the price range, not as today's prices. The warranty and trial columns reflect the policies that review described at the time.

Across the wider range, sources put typical prices somewhere between budget and mid-range. ExpertBeacon describes pieces from $25 to $250, with most between $25 and $200, in its review of 8 Other Reasons.

In practice, most earrings and necklaces sit in the lower part of that range, while collaborations, bags and hats cost more.

Best-selling styles reviewers covered

8 Other Reasons earrings

Earrings are the brand's signature category. Customer ratings quoted by Honest Brand Reviews include the Joppie Earring at 4.3/5 stars from over 100 ratings, the Curved Dangle Earring at 4.4/5 from over 55 ratings, Sasha Hoops at 4/5 from 30 ratings, and the Omen Ear Cuff at 3.8/5 from over 50 ratings, per its customer ratings roundup for 8 Other Reasons. ExpertBeacon singles out bold hoops with micro pave crystals that are about 2 inches long, a size it says makes a statement without overwhelming a petite frame.

8 Other Reasons necklaces

Necklaces and body chains are the other core line. Honest Brand Reviews quotes the Sterling Chain Necklace at 4.4/5 stars from 30 ratings and describes a gold and enamel plated necklace with a choice of ball-chain colors, in its product section on 8 Other Reasons. Layering pieces and multi-chain body jewelry fit the brand's maximalist look.

Accessories and collaborations

Beyond jewelry, the brand has sold belts, bucket hats, face masks and bags, including a crossbody collaboration with Jill Jacobs and pieces linked to Sofia Richie. These items carry higher prices than most of the jewelry and appear in limited runs.

What customers say

Overall sentiment is positive. Tenereteam shows a 4.4 rating from 1306 users, in its rating summary for 8 Other Reasons, with high marks for customer service. ExpertBeacon says the brand earns mostly 5-star feedback across almost 2,000 reviews on sites including Trustpilot and Nordstrom, and that about 8 out of 10 experiences it read were glowing, in its customer ratings section on 8 Other Reasons.

The praise centers on eye-catching designs, fair prices, comfortable lightweight pieces and attractive packaging. Both review sites also describe customer service as quick and responsive.

The complaints are consistent too. ExpertBeacon notes that some buyers were disappointed when items did not match the website photos or wore down faster than expected, and mentions occasional shipping delays and damaged items, which it says the support team handled quickly. Those are typical issues for plated fashion jewelry bought online.

Pros and cons

Pros

• Distinctive, trend-led designs with a recognizable boho-glam style
• Affordable compared with fine or designer jewelry
• Established brand with a named founder and long trading history
• Mostly positive customer ratings and responsive customer service
• Pay-later options such as Afterpay and Klarna, plus newsletter discounts
• International shipping available

Cons

• Plated pieces can wear or tarnish faster than buyers expect
• Some items reportedly look different from the website photos
• Historically very short return window, and return shipping paid by the buyer
• Return rules for international orders are not clearly explained
• Occasional shipping delays and damaged items reported
• Current prices and policies were hard to confirm from the brand site

Shipping, returns and damaged items

Policies are where the sources disagree most, so check the brand's current terms before you order.

Shipping. Tenereteam says the brand offers free standard shipping within the US taking 5-7 business days and ships internationally with costs based on weight and destination, in its store details for 8 Other Reasons. It also lists free shipping on orders over $50 and 30-day returns in a generic store box, which may not reflect the brand's own rules.

Returns. The policy Honest Brand Reviews described in 2022 was strict: returns had to be made within 48 hours of receipt, in original packaging, to an LA address at 850 S Broadway, Suite 300, with return shipping paid by the customer and refunds issued within 2 weeks of the item being accepted, per its return policy summary for 8 Other Reasons. If that is still the rule, decide quickly once your order arrives.

Damaged items. The same 2022 Honest Brand Reviews article says defective items can be returned for an exchange or refund, and that pieces damaged within 30 days of arrival are eligible for a refund, with no cover after that point.

The safest approach is to inspect your order the day it arrives, photograph anything wrong, and contact customer service immediately.

Ways to pay less

• Newsletter discount. Honest Brand Reviews reported 10% off for newsletter sign-ups.
• Codes and seasonal sales. ExpertBeacon mentions subscriber codes of 15 to 20% off and holiday and summer markdowns of 30 to 50% off.
• Sets. Bundled sets of complementary pieces cost less than buying each item alone.
• Pay later. Afterpay and Klarna split payments into interest-free installments.

Who it is for, and who should skip it

Good fit for:

• shoppers who want bold, on-trend jewelry without designer prices
• anyone who likes to change their look often and buy new pieces each season
• gift buyers looking for something more fashion-forward than mall jewelry

Consider something else if you:

• want solid gold or sterling pieces that last for years
• have sensitive skin and need confirmed hypoallergenic metals
• need a generous return window or easy international returns
• want to see jewelry in person before buying

For comparison, our Jeulia review looks at a budget jewelry brand with very different return rules, and our Italist review explains how short return windows can turn a bargain into a headache. If you are building a work wardrobe on a budget, our Monarch Uniforms review covers affordable scrubs, and our Tony Mora review shows what you get when you pay more for handmade quality.

Is it worth it?

For most fashion jewelry shoppers, yes. The brand delivers distinctive designs at prices that make it easy to experiment, and its reputation, longevity and mostly positive ratings make it a safer online purchase than many look-alike stores. Just go in expecting fashion jewelry: plated finishes will not last like fine jewelry, and you should check the return window before you buy.

Our ratings

Overall: 3.5/5, because the brand offers stylish, affordable jewelry with mostly positive customer ratings and a long track record, but ExpertBeacon notes pieces that wear faster than expected or differ from photos, and return rules have been strict.

8 Other Reasons earrings: 4/5, because Honest Brand Reviews quotes strong customer ratings across several earring styles, and reviewers praise their bold, lightweight designs.

8 Other Reasons necklaces: 3.5/5, because Honest Brand Reviews reports good ratings for chain necklaces, but plated chains are the pieces most likely to show wear over time.

FAQ

Who owns 8 Other Reasons?

The brand was founded by designer Charles Lichaa in Los Angeles, as the ownership section above explains. Honest Brand Reviews also names Lichaa as the founder and describes the business as LA-based.

Who is 8 Other Reasons for?

It suits shoppers who want trendy, statement fashion jewelry at accessible prices and like to update their look often. It is less suitable if you want solid precious metals or heirloom quality.

Is 8 Other Reasons worth it?

Yes, for fashion jewelry. The designs and prices are the main draw, and customer ratings are mostly positive. Expect plated pieces to need care, and check the return terms before ordering.

What is 8 Other Reasons' return policy?

In 2022, returns had to be made within 48 hours of receipt, in original packaging, with return shipping paid by the customer, per Honest Brand Reviews. Items damaged within 30 days of arrival could be refunded. Check the current policy on the brand's site, as terms may have changed.

Does 8 Other Reasons ship internationally?

Yes. Shipping costs for international orders are calculated at checkout based on weight and destination, according to Tenereteam. Return rules for international orders are not clearly explained, so confirm them before ordering.

What is 8 Other Reasons' shipping policy?

Tenereteam reports free standard shipping within the US, with the delivery time shown in the shipping section above. Some buyers mention occasional delays, so order early for gifts.

Does 8 Other Reasons offer discounts?

Yes. Sources mention newsletter sign-up discounts, subscriber promo codes and seasonal holiday and summer sales. Afterpay and Klarna are also available for installment payments.