What To Buy

Why give earrings?

Earrings make the perfect gift because they are always the right fit. The most basic jewelry wardrobe piece, she may leave the house without a bracelet, but she's almost always wearing earrings.

Most earring styles go with anything, so your gift won't cause her wardrobe issues. The wide variety of earring types, sizes, and prices available makes it easy to find the perfect pair for a gift. She'll remember you every time she wears them.

• Studs
  Because they're small, stud earrings are easy to wear. They go as easily with a cocktail dress as they do with jeans.
• Hoops
  Platinum, 18k gold, or sterling silver hoops give a feminine touch, and precious metals go with anything. For added sparkle, choose a pair with CZ's.
• Other Styles
  You'll find a wide variety of other earring designs that can specifically fit her style. Choose platinum or 18k gold for a lasting gift, or sterling silver for a gift just because.

Studs are the perfect gift for an important occasion. If she is more fashionable and follows the trends, give her princess-cut studs, but if she dresses in classic styles, give round studs.

Even if she has several pairs of earrings already, she'll love to add a pair of beautiful hoop earrings to her rotation. Most women prefer either the white metals or yellow gold, so look to her other jewelry to see what metal she prefers.

And if studs and hoops are too predictable, consider a pair of earrings in a unique design. Choose from styles ranging from the sweet-intentioned to modern 18k gold hearts or drop earrings.

Why give a necklace?

A necklace or pendant adds style to anything she wears. If you give a necklace as a gift, you also have a romantic opportunity to put it on her. She'll lift her hair up so you can wrap your hands around her neck to put it on.

A necklace is any type of chain, or length of precious metal or gems, while a pendant features a single jewel, pearl or charm. A pearl strand is a length of strung pearls.

• Metal Chains
  Chains go with everything. A fine platinum chain in a choker length will add just a touch of shine. Consider giving her an 18-inch, sterling silver or 18k gold chain to add an element of visual interest to her wardrobe.
• Pendants
  A pendant is something she can wear with a dress or jeans. The simple design of a solitaire pendant allows all the attention to focus on a beautiful pearl or diamond solitaire. Other pendants feature shapes like a heart, or a cross made of precious metal, diamonds, or gemstones.
• Fashion Necklace
  These include chains with tags, or chains with decorative beads or gemstones fixed on the necklace, or several decorative beads strung so that they slide around a chain.

Choose the right length

When selecting a necklace or pendant, consider that the length will determine where it will lie on her chest. Remember that longer lengths accentuate the bust while shorter lengths feature the beautiful lines of her neck.

Why give a bracelet?

A bracelet is one jewelry item she will see all the time, so she can appreciate it often. She also enjoys the feeling of it on her wrist reminding her of you.

Some bracelets are available in different lengths. So before you purchase, be sure to measure one of her other bracelets to be sure she doesn't need a special length.

Bracelets are usually worn on occasions when she isn't working with her hands. Even when not working, a bracelet's proximity to the hands causes it to get bumped and banged, so it must be very durable. Jewelry designers take this into account, so you can be sure the bracelet you choose will last

• Chain
  This is the classic bracelet. You'll find a variety of chain designs, like the traditional round-link rolo or wheat chain, in a variety of metals like sterling silver, 18k gold, and platinum.
• Bangle
  A bangle bracelet can be worn by itself for a simple look, or can be combined with several other bangles. Bangles draw the eye with metallic shine, and several bangles clinking together make a pleasant sound.
• Tennis
  Nothing sparkles around the wrist quite like a tennis bracelet. Set from start to finish with fine CZ's or other gemstones, these classic expressions of love are always sure to draw admiring compliments.

For a birthday, give her a bangle, or several bangles to wear all at once. Bangles are fun for summer to dress up whatever she's wearing, or she can wear them in winter over a slim-fitting sweater.

The chain bracelet makes the perfect personalized gift for any occasion. With a charm bracelet you can continue to give her charms for special occasions to create a keepsake of memories. Or consider a bracelet with an engraveable tag for a personalized gift.