Gift Ideas for a Loved One This Christmas

The tree is up, the decorations have been hung, and the party food has been ordered… but you’re still searching for that special something for a loved one. It’s a familiar situation, and it can be difficult to know what to get for someone who seems to already have everything they need. After a challenging couple of years for everyone, socks or perfumes might not quite cut it this year. If the budget can stretch a little further this year, a classic item of jewellery is certain to be the show stopping present that you’re looking for.

For her

It’s no secret that most women love jewellery, so you probably can’t go too wrong deciding on this Christmas gift. However, it’s always worth thinking about what sort of jewellery you’ve seen her wearing before, and whether there are certain styles or colours she favours over others.

Whilst gold jewellery may look fantastic on someone with a warmer skin tone or who tends to wear more autumnal shades, someone fairer may prefer silver, platinum, or white gold.

Earrings From just £95

When buying earrings, it’s always worth double checking if she definitely has her ears pierced, or if she tends to wear clip-ons, and whether she prefers subtle studs, elegant slim drop designs, or chunkier statement pieces.

Necklaces From just £360

Bracelets From just £780

Necklaces, bracelets, or brooches are also great choices, and matching earring and necklace sets always make wonderful gifts. Unless you’re certain that someone loves a particular coloured gemstone or enjoys wearing bold costume jewellery, it may be worth sticking to more neutral tones and smaller more subtle designs rather than opting for a strong colour or a large extravagant piece.

For him

Men’s jewellery doesn’t tend to be quite as common, but signet rings, cufflinks, and tie pins are always worth owning. A small flash of jewellery can really elevate a man’s outfit and give him more gravitas and grandeur among his peers. A pocket watch can also make an unusual and quirky gift, with many men loving the alternative vibe this gives them compared to a regular wristwatch.

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Signet Rings From just £545

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With statement jewellery becoming more fashionable in men’s attire, this Christmas could be the ideal time to buy him a memorable piece.

Cufflinks are always a worthwhile option for any man who ever wears shirts and suits. They’re unequivocally timeless and stylish, and offer an element of prestige and status beyond standard button cuffs. They also come in a wide variety of styles and designs, so you may be able to find a pair that complements one of his other hobbies, such as car logos, playing cards, or sports.

This time it’s personal

If you’re looking for an item that’s a bit more personal, you may like to consider incorporating your loved one’s birthstone into the gift. Whether it’s earrings, a brooch, necklace, or cufflinks, the addition of someone’s birthstone shows that you’ve really thought carefully when choosing their gift and have made the effort to choose something specific for them.

If birthstones aren’t the right choice for you, another fantastic way to personalise their item is with a small engraving. This can be any message you like as long as it fits onto the item. If you’d like a longer message, consider an item with a larger surface area such as a cameo brooch or pocket watch, or keep things simple with some initials or a special date engraved inside a ring or on a pair of cufflinks.

At Cry For The Moon, we offer personalised engraving so you can get the perfect message on a piece of jewellery that will last a lifetime.

Tie it to a special event

If you’re still unsure where to start when choosing a gift, think about any special events that your loved one might have coming up over the next few months. Are you attending a birthday party together, or do they have a friend’s wedding in the pipeline? If you know what they’ll be wearing, or if there’s a theme involved, that might give you a great springboard into choosing the right gift. An art deco brooch would be the perfect addition to a Great Gatsby outfit, or a coloured gemstone necklace might be just the right match for that dress they’ve been wanting to wear for ages.

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If there’s no particular event coming up that you can think of, you can always create one to share with them. Book a table at a new restaurant or some tickets to a show, and suggest they may like to wear those earrings when you go there. Creating the opportunity to make memories together is a great way to gift jewellery with an extra special touch.

Get it delivered

At this busy time of year, it’s not always possible to get out to the shops, or to make time to see all your loved ones in person, particularly if they live far away. By buying jewellery from an established retailer, you know you’ll be getting the real deal, and can trust that what you’re buying is genuine and ethically sourced. You can purchase online with confidence and even have your items delivered directly to their recipients.

When you’re buying a special gift for a partner or loved one at Christmas, you want to feel certain you are getting a quality piece that is going to last. At Cry For The Moon, we have years of experience sourcing and selling stunning pieces of vintage and modern jewellery; we’ve developed a reputation for only offering jewellery that is both beautiful and durable.

Why not come and visit us at the shop, or make an enquiry if there is anything you would like to discuss about your Christmas gift ideas. Our friendly team would be glad to show you the items we have in store, and help you choose a wonderful gift to make Christmas 2022 a memorable one.