The best jewellery gift ideas for Christmas
Whether you're looking to treat yourself (and why not?) or one of your nearest and dearest, a beautiful piece of jewellery would make a perfect present this Christmas.
From sparkling stocking fillers to incredible one-off creations that will become treasured heirlooms in time, we've found the best jewels to gift this season to suit every taste and budget.
Stylish stocking fillers
Beautiful jewellery needn’t cost a fortune, as proven by these striking statement makers. They’re easy to work into any existing collection and are certain to bring a smile to a loved one’s face this festive season.
Pearl and zirconia gold vermeil drop earrings, £235, Completedworks
18k gold plated necklace, £180, Daphine
Pearl and 18k gold plated cuff, £23, Missoma
9k gold and topaz ring, £150, Otiumberg
Chic contemporary pieces
From Alighieri’s poetic pearls to Goossens’ Parisian-inspired cocktail ring, these design-led jewels will appeal to any jewellery connoisseur’s eye. Blending brilliant craftsmanship with flair and personality, each is a proven conversation-starter.
9k gold heart locket, £450, Loquet London
Rhodochrosite and 24k plated gold cocktail ring, £395, Alighieri
Crystal cabochon and gold-plated bracelet, £435, Goossens
Smokey quartz and black rhodium hoop earrings, £500, By Pariah
Dazzling diamonds
These eye-catching accessories would make perfect gifts for the jewellery-loving magpies in your life. With playful combinations of gems and semi-precious stones, they’ll add a welcome dash of drama to any outfit.
18k white gold and diamond Bouton de Camelia ring, £5,750, Chanel
18k white gold and diamond bangle, £9,900, David Morris
Gold and diamond hoop earrings, £8,000, Jessica McCormack
Yellow gold, diamond and Paraiba tourmaline necklace, £9,600, Boodles
Timeless investment buys
Looking to invest in a truly classic design? Consider these beautiful creations by some of the world’s most famous maisons. From Dior’s favourite lucky rose charm to Boodles’ elegant diamond pendant, each makes a luxurious addition to any jewellery box.
Rose des Vents necklace in gold, diamonds and mother-of-pearl, £2,700, Dior
Elsa Peretti Mesh earrings in gold and diamonds, £2,325, Tiffany & Co
Possession bangle in 18k rose gold and carnelian cabochons, £2,540, Piaget
Just un Clou ring in yellow gold, £2,550, 1. Cartier
Perfect pearls
From Sophie Bille Brahe's statement earrings to Mateo's beautiful ring, these are some of the most beautiful pearl pieces you can buy right now.
White keshi pearl necklace, £1,500, Minka
Freshwater pearl and 14k recycled gold earrings, £1,200, Sophie Bille Brahe
Rose gold and Akoya pearl stud earring, £1,380, Tasaki
Pearl, blue topaz and gold ring, £1,368.72, Mateo New York
Extraordinary one-offs
When the worlds of couture and jewellery collide, the result is often a gem-encrusted flight of fancy that transcends time and eventually becomes a beloved heirloom. Whether from Harry Winston, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels or Bulgari, each of these one-of-a-kind creations will be cherished for a lifetime.
Earrings with pink tourmalines, angel-skin coral, tanzanites, sapphires and diamonds, POA, Chaumet
High jewellery Candy cocktail ring with pink spinels, POA, Harry Winston
High jewellery bracelet, POA, Van Cleef & Arpels
Emerald and diamonds necklace, POA, Bulgari
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