There’s nothing better than finding something sparkly under the tree, but take note of these five must-know facts when buying jewelry as a gift.



1. Smile, You’ve Made the Right Decision!
If you’ve decided to buy jewelry as a gift, you’re already on a winning streak. There is nothing nicer at Christmas, for a birthday, special occasion or as a surprise present, to get the gift of a little box containing a ring, bracelet, necklace or earrings. It will be a gift that’s treasured for years to come.

2. Plan Your Spend
Before embarking on the purchase be clear on how much you plan to spend on the gift. You’ll need to be realistic in relation to what you’re planning to purchase and allocate an appropriate budget. Do your research online in advance so that you have a sense of the prices and styles available whether you are thinking of gold, white gold or silver.

3. Know the Style of the Wearer
Think of the style of the wearer when purchasing jewelry. Do not purchase a piece of jewelry just because you like it or think that it will suit the recipient. If the person you are purchasing the jewelry for rarely wears long earrings, then maybe go for a pair that are similar to the styles that she normally goes for. Equally with rings, is his or her style more contemporary or traditional or do they go for embellishments?  

4. Be Clear on Measurements
When purchasing a ring, getting the measurements can be very tricky and it is useful to examine one of her other rings so that you’ll have an accurate measurement. There are also many good on-line ring sizing guides that will help. Also, be careful that if you are not planning on popping the question that it is understood that the ring is a friendship ring and not a proposal! Bracelets, necklaces and earrings are a little easier to purchase and are often better as a present if this is a first jewelry gift.

5. Build a Collection
The great thing about the gift of jewelry is that it is possible to build a collection over many years, so if you are considering a gift it can be useful to pick a piece that has matching sets and these can be built up over time and create valuable heirlooms. Make sure to check that your jewelry has the appropriate hallmarks and quality stamps.

There is no better way of making a person feel special than the gift of a beautiful piece of jewelry. Let it shine!