Gifting jewelry is as intimate and finicky a task as finding the right bra for your body type or whispering in a bartender’s ear in a loud club — in short, no easy task. It’s also one that can easily be as expensive as a hotel room for the night or a new handbag. That’s where this guide comes in: There’s loads of jewelry that both packs a punch without having to empty your pockets, and is substantial enough to count as a full gift — no cheesy gift-card supplement necessary.
There seems to be new jewelry brands everyday, from pieces that are fun and wild to the Hailey Bieber-inspired door-knocker earring and dainty necklace purveyors. Whether you have a minimalist to get a gift for, or someone who doesn’t know when to stop accessorizing, we’ve got something from every corner of the market for you. Leave it to us, the perennial shoppers and die-hard grazers of both in-person jewelry boutiques and the market at large, to help you select a piece that will surely satisfy anyone on your gifting list. We’ve also double-checked every piece and made a note if our picks will need express shipping in order to make it in time for all the parties you’re attending (warning: most do).
We’ve shopped out quality pieces from some brands you’ll love, including Roxanne Assoulin, Studs, and ByChari. Scroll down to start tackling the jewelry lover in your life’s holiday gift this season.
Hot Chili Earrings
These mismatched huggies make the cutest gift with a black chili pepper charm and pretty freshwater pearls.
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Joey Baby –
Cowboy Boot Huggie
The trendy jewelry gift is this western boot charm hanging on a simple, silver huggie.
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Studs –
Pavé Cross Huggie Earrings
For embodying the Lana Del Rey inside of you.
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Orange Pearl Bracelet
A cheeky gift for your Vitamin-C obsessed friend.
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Selenichast –
Gummy Bear Earring
For the fun dresser, this gummy bear charm comes in an array of colors with the option to switch out your micropavé hoop.
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BONBONWHIMS –
THE GIDI COLLECTION
This timeless herringbone chain is the perfect gift for anyone. It can be worn alone or layering with playful charms or pearl pieces.
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Oma The Label –
Crescent Swirl 18k Gold Plated Hoop Earrings
With an unconventional crescent shape, these gold hoops are trendy but also wearable for everyday.
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Ettika –
The Puffy Initial Charm
These little charms look like puffy marshmallow confections and will easily slot into any charm rotation.
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Roxanne Assoulin –
Back In Action Body Chain
A crystal chain to be a little more like Hailey Bieber? Say less.
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8 Other Reasons –
Gorjana Desi Chain Huggies
Gift a new (not-so basic) everyday earring with these chain-adorned huggies.
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Shades of You Ombré Gold Birthstone Necklace
This is for your astrology-loving sisters.
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Hundred Summers Gold Chain Ring
For the friend who barely wears jewelry, get this almost invisible chain ring.
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Catbird –
Little Love Ring
A little ring making a big statement, for $42.
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Pandora Triple Stone Heart Stud Earrings
This pair of earrings is subtle yet will surely catch every camera’s flash.
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En Route Infinity Long Necklace
This necklace gives ultimate styling possibilities while still keeping it affordable and cute.
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Tattoo Earring
These earrings feel Billie Eilish-coded and will add a bit of spice to anyone’s jewelry drawer.
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Studiocult –
Lovers & Friends Meryl Earrings
These statement earrings are perfect for your event-going friend. [Editor’s note: Select express shipping for delivery before Dec. 24.]
Baublebar Initial Pendant Necklace
Make your gift even more personal with this initial-embellished turquoise pendant. [Editor’s note: Select express shipping for delivery before Dec. 24.]
Open Edit Teardrop Stud Earrings & Cuff Set
Gift a whole new earscape, all for under $50. [Editor’s note: Select express shipping for delivery before Dec. 24.]
Porter Cluster Stud Earrings
These diamanté climber earrings are sure to make an extra special gift. [Editor’s note: Select express shipping for delivery before Dec. 24.]
Olive & Piper –
Pavé Rounded Overlap Snake Bangle
For the trendy recipient, a sparkly bangles make the ultimate find. [Editor’s note: Select express shipping for delivery before Dec. 24.]
Adina Eden –
Ana Luisa Elise Pendant
This solitaire pendant looks oh-so expensive. [Editor’s note: Select express shipping for delivery before Dec. 24.]
Floating Pearl Earrings
This stunning pearl drop earring is for your elegant-yet-extra friend. [Editor’s note: Select express shipping for delivery before Dec. 24.]
Madewell –
The Small Disco Huggie Post Earrings
A dance party for your loved one’s ears. [Editor’s note: Select express shipping for delivery before Dec. 24.]
Anthropologie –
Fraser Sterling Bermuda Ring
For the friend or family member that loves a quirky ring stack, this swirl ring is the ultimate get. [Editor’s note: Select express shipping for delivery before Dec. 24.]
Uncommon James Two Sided Ring
This ring marries simplicity and interest without marrying you to credit-card debt. [Editor’s note: Select express shipping for delivery before Dec. 24.]