Canadian jewellery maven Corinne Anestopolous calls her burgeoning brand Biko "modern nostalgic," a descriptor that also beautifully sums up one of her newest creations: the Modern Friendship bracelet. Each begins with a length of handsome chunky-metal chain and is prettied up with silk and embroidery threads in purple, cream, blue or red. It's an eye-catching take on a childhood classic that's likely to make you a few fashionable new friends when you sport it this fall.

$85 each or $150 for two through www.ilovebiko.com.