Gifting

Vogue’s Jewelry Director Picks Out Dream Gifts at Every Price

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As gifting season draws near, you may find yourself meandering through the jewelry department in search of the best jewelry gifts for someone special. Diamonds, pearls, gemstones—it can be difficult to navigate. Here at Vogue HQ, we’ve curated the best jewelry gifts at each price point to make gift-giving—one of my favorite love languages—a bit less tricky.

Thankfully (for you and me!), this year, I’m getting better at keeping notes and I don’t mind sharing. Gift the pearls that stand the test of time; the perfect (and very well priced!) locket for anyone near and dear; the beading kit for kids and grownups alike. Jewelry gifts offer longevity beyond trends and often can have the added layer of being deeply personal for both the giver and receiver.

The Best Jewelry Gifts, According to Vogue:

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The Layering Chain

Ana Luisa Laura paper clip chain necklace

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$85

ANA LUISA

The Under-$300

Dorsey Lucien latchback earrings

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$255

DORSEY

The Tennis Necklace

Swarovski Imber tennis necklace

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$299

NORDSTROM

To all those gift-givers out there, use this list as inspiration for the holidays—and any other gifting occasion. May yours bookmark this, too! Shop the best jewelry gifts at the moment, below.

Under $250

On the hunt for a piece they’ll love at a price you won’t be mad at? Dorsey’s sparkling drop earrings are both classy and romantic, and give a modern heirloom feel that can be worn by any generation. Or if you prefer a statement maker consider the bangle stack from Ben Amun.

Dorsey

Lucien latchback earrings

$255

DORSEY

Jennifer Fisher

Knot stud earrings

$250

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE

Mejuri

Charlotte Bold ring

$148

MEJURI

Laura Lombardi

Terra necklace

$180

LAURA LOMBARDI

Super Smalls

Make It Mystical DIY bead kit

$49

SUPER SMALLS

Lié Studio

The Eloise earrings

$230

BERGDORF GOODMAN

Chan Luu

Sherri necklace

$245

CHAN LUU

Ben-Amun

resin bangles

$235

MODA OPERANDI

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Ana Luisa

Laura paper clip chain necklace

$85

ANA LUISA

Jennifer Behr

Collette earrings

$225

NET-A-PORTER

Under $ 550

We think some of the best gifts are those that are meaningful. A locket with a sentimental photo within is a thoughtful gift idea that anyone will appreciate. This one by Monica Rich Kosann is great quality and a great price. Or opt for a modern take on a classic pearl bracelet by Presley Oldham.

Swarovski

Imber tennis necklace

$299

NORDSTROM

Tiffany & Co.

Elsa Peretti round pendant

$550

TIFFANY & CO.

Valentino

VLogo ring

$470

MYTHERESA

Monica Rich Kosann

Viv locket necklace

$320

MONICA RICH KOSANN

Brilliant Earth

Perfect stud earrings

$375

BRILLIANT EARTH

Eddie Borgo

Torsade stud earrings

$325

EDDIE BORGO

Pamela Love

Paola bracelet

$350

PAMELA LOVE

Presley Oldham

Dandelion bracelet

$340

BERGDORF GOODMAN

Under $1,000

Planning for a night out? This Nina Runsdorf silver necklace is minimal in design and maximal in impact all at once. If classics are her best friend, try Tiffany’s split bone ring in silver for an original icon.

Rare Carat

huggie hoop earrings

$711

RARE CARAT

Vrai

Floating station bracelet

$800

VRAI

Le Sundial

Venice Opera necklace

$623

LE SUNDIAL

Nina Runsdorf

Dome necklace

$990

NINA RUNSDORF

Ten Thousand Things

Tiny Arps earrings

$815

MODA OPERANDI

Tiffany & Co.

Elsa Peretti Split ring

$950

TIFFANY & CO.

Lizzie Fortunato

Aria earrings

$850

LIZZIE FORTUNATO

Brilliant Earth

Kendall chain bracelet

$795

BRILLIANT EARTH

Under $2,500

Sophie Bille Brahe has some of the best pearl pieces—this bracelet version of her iconic peggy design plays with size while remaining classic. For those who prefer a little sparkle, Foundrae’s pink tourmaline necklace is sweet without being saccharine.

Sophie Bille Brahe

Peggy bracelet

$2,420

SOPHILE BILLE BRAHE

Fiametta

double huggies

$2,100

FIAMETTA

Blue Nile

stud earrings

$2,190

BLUE NILE

Kimitake

Links Samurai bracelet

$1,250

KIMITAKE

Foundrae

Forever and Always a Pair necklace

$1,850

FOUNDRAE

Retrouvai

Tiered Fantasy Signet ring

$2,470

RETROUVAI

Anita Ko

Safety Pin earring

$2,000

BERGDORF GOODMAN

Ben Bridge

Paperclip Chain Bracelet with Pear-Shaped Pendant

$1,199

BEN BRIDGE

Sky’s the Limit

When the budget is unlimited, why not opt for Cartier’s shrunken Tank Mini? This is a classic piece, with a new petite size—perfect for any special occasion. Or go big with these one-of-a-kind Irene Neuwirth statement gold and pearl earrings.

Cartier

Tank Louis watch

$8,750

CARTIER

Tiffany & Co.

Elsa Peretti Bean pendant

$12,100

TIFFANY & CO.

Bulgari

Tubogas earrings

$7,100

BULGARI

Chanel

Coco Crush ring

$5,650

CHANEL

Brent Neale

Hopscotch bracelet

$28,850

BERGDORF GOODMAN

Prounis Jewelry

Chorda hook earrings

$7,160

BERGDORF GOODMAN

Jessica McCormack

Tempest necklace

$123,000

JESSICA MCCORMACK

Sophie Bille Brahe

Soprano L necklace

$5,040

SOPHIE BILLE BRAHE

Van Cleef & Arpels

Sweet Alhambra watch

$37,800

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS

Yves Alexandre

Glow ring

$7,000

YVES ALEXANDRE