This Personalized Necklace Tells a Birthday Story in Four Symbols
The beauty of a birthday necklace often reveals itself long after the gift has been unwrapped. And that's exactly how we designed the Birthday Emblem Edit to be enjoyed.
Layer by layer.
The Birthday Emblem Edit Necklace from Designed With Meaning holds personal meaning in layers - intentionally. We stack four distinct symbols, chosen by you, to celebrate the story only you can tell.
Did you know that the original meaning of "story" is "true or presumed to be; a history"? On a planet with over 8 billion people, how many do you know born on the same day, at the same time, in the same place?
You can only tell your story because, well, it's yours.
From zodiac constellations to birth flowers, this custom birthday necklace is a daily reminder of your truth, beauty, and one-of-a-kind spirit.
Which emblems would you choose for your Birthday Emblem Edit? Start designing yours now. Watch it come together on screen!
THE SYMBOL STACK: What Each One Means
Your Zodiac Constellation: Written in the Stars
Each pendant begins with your zodiac constellation at the top. A reminder that you were born at a precise moment in time - under stars that no one else will ever see again in quite the same way. It's not about predicting your future; it's about honoring your origin.
Your Zodiac Sign Artwork: A Portrait of Personality
Below your constellation, you'll find a custom illustration of your zodiac sign - a visual cue of who you are in the world. My husband, Eric, created zodiac symbols in three styles: artistic, classic, and modern. Each one is symbolic. Whether you see yourself in the personality that astrology assigns to your zodiac sign or you love the symbolism of the stars, the zodiac artwork you choose will echo your essence.
Your Initial: A Symbol of Self
Next comes your chosen letter. A first initial, a last name, or a subtle tribute to someone or something you love. Letters are simple forms, often made in just a few strokes. But what they carry is anything but small.
One letter can hold a legacy, identity, affection, or a chapter of your life that only you truly understand. Eric designed five distinct styles for every letter of the alphabet so you can choose the one that feels most like you. Because even one letter deserves to feel personal.
Your Birth Flower: A Symbol That Grows With You
At the base of the pendant is your birth flower. Like a botanical fingerprint rooted in the Earth, this bloom carries meaning tied to your birth month. But it's also a reminder that you, like your flower, are constantly growing, sometimes quietly, sometimes boldly, and always beautifully. Every birth month has two flowers to choose from - a primary and a secondary - because meaning isn't one-size-fits-all, and we want you to pick the bloom that feels most like you.
Why These Four Emblems?
Just like a birthday reflects the past, present, and future, this necklace does too. These symbols are intentionally layered to showcase your depth, potential, transformation, and roots. It's a keepsake that gets better with age, just like you.
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Materials That Matter
Your necklace is laser-etched on hypoallergenic stainless steel and is available in your choice of silver (no finish) or 18K gold-plated finish. Add optional artwork on the back for an extra layer of personal meaning: words, a star map from a specific date and time, or a street map from a special place.
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The Final Touch: A Gift That Speaks Without Words
Whether you're giving it or receiving it, this necklace says: I am worth celebrating.
With four symbols that come together for one meaningful message, the Birthday Emblem Edit Necklace is designed to honor who you are - today and always.
P.S. I chose my emblems too, and I thought you might like to know.
I was born at the end of July, under the Leo constellation. I love that it's a fire sign, bold and full of presence. I chose the artistic zodiac style because Eric's lion illustration reminds me that there is beauty in strength.
My initial is A, for Ashley. I like my name. It's held me through so many versions of myself. I picked the hand-drawn block letter because it's fun, a little nostalgic, and reminds me of doodling 3D letters in my notebooks growing up.
And for my birth flower… I'm torn. Larkspur feels like the me that's lighthearted and expressive. Water Lily feels like the me that's learning to be still and strong beneath the surface. I toggled back and forth between the two flowers and ultimately landed on Larkspur. Eric designed our shopping page to be interactive, and you can see your emblem choices live on the screen and change them back and forth to help you choose.
Ready to tell your birthday story?
Design your own Emblem Edit and watch it come to life on your screen. Every symbol, every choice, made by you.
Whether you're gifting it or getting it, this necklace is a meaningful way to celebrate yourself every day of the year.