Swarovski Crystals

Swarovski crystals are precision-cut crystals manufactured in Austria since 1895, available across beads, flatback rhinestones, pearls, pendants, chatons, sew-on stones and metal trimmings. As one of a very small number of official Swarovski Authorised Distribution Partners worldwide, Bluestreak Crystals stocks the complete range: 18,000+ SKUs across 70+ colours, 30+ effects and 50+ lacquer finishes, with same or next working day dispatch on the majority of orders (also see our Swarovski gifts collection).

Bluestreak Crystals: Authorised Swarovski Distribution Partner

Bluestreak Crystals is an official Swarovski Authorised Distribution Partner, one of a very small number of approved suppliers worldwide permitted to sell the complete genuine Swarovski range. Every crystal is directly sourced from Swarovski Wattens, Austria, and quality-assured.

Alongside the Swarovski range, we also stock two further premium crystal brands: Serinity crystals, our own Austrian-made brand, and Preciosa crystals, premium Czech-cut crystals with excellent brilliance across the full range.

The Complete Range of Swarovski Crystal Types

Our collection covers every Swarovski crystal type, allowing you to source everything you need in one place:

Swarovski crystal beads — precision-cut faceted beads including bicone, round, briolette and cube formats for bracelets, necklaces and intricate beadwork
Swarovski flatback crystals — available in hotfix, non hotfix and sew-on versions for garment embellishment, nail art and accessories
Swarovski crystal pearls — simulated pearls with a genuine crystal core for bridal, couture and elegant jewellery
Swarovski crystal pendants — striking focal pieces for statement necklaces and earrings
Swarovski chatons and fancy stones — precision-cut crystals for jewellery settings and dimensional embellishment
Swarovski sew-on crystals — pre-drilled stones for secure, long-lasting textile and garment applications
Swarovski metal trimmings — cup chains, settings and decorative crystal components

What Are Swarovski Crystals Used For?

Swarovski crystals are used by professionals across jewellery making, fashion, bridal, performance and luxury craft industries. Their consistent sizing, colour accuracy and batch uniformity make them the preferred choice wherever precision and replicability matter, from one-off bespoke commissions to large-scale production collections. Specific applications include jewellery making, garment and accessory embellishment, bridal design, nail art, dancewear and performance costumes, tooth gem application, footwear, home décor and luxury decorative projects.

Why Choose Swarovski Crystals?

Manufactured in Austria since 1895 using proprietary technology, Swarovski crystals are the global benchmark for precision-cut crystal quality. Each crystal is engineered to deliver maximum brilliance and uniformity across every batch. Patented XIRIUS and XILION cut technology maximises light refraction in flatbacks and beads respectively, producing the intensity of sparkle that makes them the choice of designers and luxury brands worldwide. All crystals produced since 2012 are fully lead-free and REACH-compliant, making them safe for professional and commercial production use globally.

Innovation and Sustainability: Swarovski ReCreated Crystals

Swarovski's ReCreated™ range incorporates glass from the manufacturing process that would otherwise go to waste, reducing natural resource use by 40% and cutting environmental footprint by 34%, without compromising on colour, durability or brilliance. Current ReCreated™ colours include Dark Jonquil, Ice Blue, Dark Sapphire and Peridot. Swarovski introduces new collections, colours and effects twice yearly across Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter launches, giving customers first access to new colourways and effects as they become available.

Complete Your Designs

Swarovski crystals can be combined across product types to create cohesive jewellery, embellishment and mixed-material designs. Flatback crystals and Swarovski pearls pair naturally for bridal and couture work, while Swarovski crystal beads and chatons and fancy stones bring structure and dimension to jewellery designs. Browse our full range of jewellery making tools and adhesives, and visit our Swarovski colour charts for the complete colour and effects reference.

Why Buy Swarovski Crystals from Bluestreak?

Authorised distributor — guaranteed genuine Swarovski crystals sourced directly from Wattens, Austria
One of the largest global ranges — 18,000+ SKUs with extensive stock availability
Fast dispatch — majority of orders shipped same or next working day, with express worldwide shipping via DPD and DHL Express
New launch access — first access to seasonal innovations and new colourways each Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter
Worldwide shipping — reliable international delivery with tracked options
Colour support — colour charts and a sample service for confident colour matching
Trade pricing available — apply for a trade discount for tiered pricing on bulk and repeat orders
Alternatives available — Serinity crystals (Austrian-made, our own brand) and Preciosa crystals (Czech-made) also available

Browse the complete Swarovski crystal range to start ordering. For pricing enquiries or help sizing a production order, contact our team at hello@bluestreakcrystals.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I buy genuine Swarovski crystals? ▾

Bluestreak Crystals is an official Swarovski Authorised Distribution Partner, one of a very small number of approved suppliers worldwide. Buying through an authorised partner is the only way to guarantee you are receiving 100% genuine Swarovski crystals sourced directly from Swarovski Wattens, Austria, with full compliance to Swarovski's brand and quality standards. Every product in our Swarovski range is authentic and supplied with original Swarovski packaging where applicable.

What makes Swarovski crystals different from other crystals? ▾

Swarovski crystals are precision-cut lead-free glass crystals manufactured in Wattens, Austria, using proprietary cutting machinery developed since the company's founding in 1895. The patented Xirius 16-facet starburst cut on flatback rhinestones and bicones produces more intense light refraction than industry-standard cuts. Combined with multilayer foiling for enhanced colour depth and consistent batch-to-batch quality, Swarovski is the established premium choice for luxury fashion, fine jewellery, bridal couture and high-end professional embellishment.

What products does Swarovski make? ▾

Swarovski produces the complete crystal product range across flatback rhinestones (hotfix and non-hotfix), sew-on stones, crystal beads (bicone, round, briolette and shaped), nacre-coated crystal pearls, chatons and fancy stones for set-stone jewellery, pendants for necklaces and earrings, metal trimmings including cup chain and rivets, and seasonal Innovations releases twice a year. Browse our dedicated flatback, bead, pearl, chaton, pendant and sew-on collections for the full Swarovski range.

What is the Swarovski Xirius cut? ▾

Xirius is Swarovski's patented 16-facet starburst cut, used across the flagship 2088 flatback rhinestone and 5328 bicone bead. The 16-facet pattern captures and refracts light from more angles simultaneously than industry-standard cuts, producing the intense multi-directional sparkle that defines Swarovski's premium brilliance. The Xirius Rose cut on flatbacks combines this faceting with multilayer platinum foiling for enhanced colour depth, luminosity and durability.

What are Swarovski ReCreated crystals? ▾

Swarovski ReCreated crystals are produced using a sustainable colour concept that significantly reduces the environmental footprint of each crystal. ReCreated crystals use at least 40% fewer natural resources than standard Swarovski crystals, incorporate a minimum of 50% glass breakage from the manufacturing process and reduce the overall environmental footprint by a minimum of 34%, without any compromise on brilliance, colour or durability. The ReCreated palette currently includes Dark Jonquil, Ice Blue, Dark Sapphire, Peridot and Caribbean Green.

What are the latest Swarovski Innovations? ▾

Swarovski releases new colours, effects and cuts twice a year across Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter Innovations collections. The current Spring/Summer 2027 release includes Crystal Bronze, Crystal Vintage Rose Pearl, ReCreated Caribbean Green, three new LacquerPRO Lux Paradise effects (Paradise Blue, Paradise Purple, Paradise Green), Crystal Caviar Mesh Mini and two new Marquise cuts. As an Authorised Swarovski Distribution Partner, Bluestreak Crystals receives new innovations as soon as they are released.

Are Swarovski crystals lead-free? ▾

Yes. All Swarovski crystals across the current Advanced Crystal range are fully lead-free and compliant with EU REACH regulations, certified to professional standards for safe use across fashion, jewellery, bridal, dancewear, nail art and tooth gem application where intraoral contact requires lead-free certification. Swarovski Advanced Crystal was introduced in 2012 as the lead-free replacement for the original lead crystal formulation.

How quickly can I receive Swarovski crystals? ▾

The majority of orders dispatch same or next working day from our warehouse. UK orders typically arrive within 1-2 working days; USA orders within 2 to 5 days via express shipping. For tight production, bridal or seasonal deadlines, contact our team at hello@bluestreakcrystals.com to confirm stock and dispatch timing before placing the order.