Ideas for every budget, and how to choose something she’ll really wear

You want to give a piece of jewellery as a gift, but you’re not sure what suits her. Does she prefer gold or silver? Does she like delicate, subtle pieces, or something with more character? And what if the ring doesn’t fit, or the jewellery ends up unused in a drawer? These are doubts most people have, even when choosing a piece of jewellery for themselves.

In this blog, I’ll show you how to choose a piece of jewellery as a gift without knowing her taste in detail, offer ideas for every budget, and explain what you’ll find on my holiday gift page.

What makes a piece of jewellery a good gift?

A good gift is worn, not stored away. For jewellery, that means three things: it complements what she already wears, it’s easy to pair with everyday clothes, and you don’t have to guess her size. A piece of jewellery that ticks all these boxes can be worn on an ordinary Tuesday, not just for a special occasion.

That’s also the idea behind everything I create: jewellery with genuine gemstones and pearls, designed to complement an outfit, such as a blouse or a simple sweater.

How to choose a piece of jewellery as a gift when you’re not sure about her taste

A few starting points that make choosing much easier:

Look at what she already wears. If she mostly wears silver-coloured jewellery or a silver watch, choose silver. If she wears warm tones and gold, gold will suit her better. If you see both, it’s a matter of what suits her clothes best, and mixing them is perfectly fine.

Choose earrings or a necklace if you don’t know her size. A ring requires the right size, but earrings and necklaces do not. If you do know her ring size, a ring is a great choice. If it doesn’t fit, you can exchange it.

Think about her style. If she prefers neutral, understated colours, a delicate piece of jewellery with a soft-coloured stone or pearl will suit her. If she likes colour and character, a piece of jewellery with a gemstone in a distinctive shade will work better.

Choose something personal if you like. A birthstone ring featuring the stone of her birth month gives a gift meaning without having to be extravagant.

Common misconceptions about giving jewellery as a gift

An expensive piece of jewellery is a better gift. Whether a piece of jewellery is worn depends more on style and wearability than on its price. A delicate piece that suits her will be worn more often than a striking piece that doesn’t.

Pearls are only for special occasions. Delicate pearl jewellery, such as my Liv and Noor pieces in surgical steel with genuine freshwater pearls, is actually designed for everyday wear. If you’re unsure whether pearls in a shop or online are genuine, read how to tell a genuine pearl from a fake one.

Buying a piece of jewellery for yourself isn’t a gift. A piece of jewellery you choose for yourself is just as good a gift, and it’s perfectly fine to give one around the holidays.

Gift ideas for every budget

If you have a budget in mind, it’s easiest to look at each price range. My website features four gift collections, with examples for each price point:

Up to €35. Delicate jewellery for less, such as the Liv pearl ring or the Liv pearl necklace with genuine freshwater pearls. View the gifts up to €35.

€35 to €60. Consider the Noor pearl bracelet, a Noor pearl necklace, or a pearl drop pendant. View the gifts up to €60.

€60 to €100. Here you’ll find the Luna birthstone rings, gemstone drop earrings, and gold-plated pendants, among other pieces. View the gifts from €60 to €100.

Over €100. For a truly special gift: earrings and rings with a flower-shaped gemstone setting, or pearl earrings with blue topaz. View the gifts over €100.

If you want to give more than one piece of jewellery, there are also sets, such as earrings with a matching ring.

What you’ll find on my gift page

I’ve gathered everything mentioned above on a separate page: Holiday Gift Inspiration. There you’ll find the budget collections, my favourite gifts, sets to mix and match, and a guide to help you choose if you’re not sure what suits her. If you’re still unsure, you can also ask me for advice directly via WhatsApp.

Around the holidays, you’ll also receive a little extra with your order at the moment: a Skin Archive collagen mask with an order over €75, and a handmade soap by Can and So in a cotton bag with a wash mitt for orders of €150 or more. This is subject to availability.

Frequently asked questions about jewellery as a gift

Is the jewellery delivered packaged? Yes, every piece of jewellery comes in a jewellery box and is packaged, ready to give as a gift.

What if the jewellery doesn’t fit or isn’t to her liking?

How long in advance do I need to order to receive it in time? If you order before November 29, it will arrive in time for the holidays. I ship orders received on business days before 3:00 p.m. the same day. Shipping is free for orders of €149 or more; for orders below that amount, it costs €7.95.

Can I also give a gift card? Yes, for an amount of your choice, if you really can’t decide or would prefer the recipient to choose for herself.

The best gift is the jewellery she wears

Start with what she already wears, choose earrings or a necklace if you don’t know her size, and keep it delicate and wearable rather than large and striking. That way, you’re unlikely to get it wrong, and she can exchange it if it turns out not to be right.

Have you ever received a piece of jewellery that you’ve worn every day since? I’d love to know what it was.

Love, Imme