Gift Guide 2011: 10 Present-Perfect Jewelry Picks
By Ingrid Schmidt
Add a little extra twinkle to her holiday with our ooh-and-ahh-inspiring jewelry guide, from $12 stocking stuffers to one-and-only gifts.
Lulu Frost for J. Crew Bangles
These exquisite arm confections are exclusively created for J.Crew by Lulu Frost designer Lisa Salzer, known for her vast vintage collection and heirloom-inspired designs. Decorated with Czech glass crystals and colored glass stones set in intricate designs, the cheerful colors are an everyday pick-me-up.
Get it now: Lulu Frost for J. Crew resin bangles from $45 at jcrew.com
Digby & Iona Magnifier Necklace
This super-chic update on the reading magnifier is the perfect gift even if her vision's 20/20. Each glass medallion is an authentic vintage piece that's been recycled. A handcrafted creation by Brooklyn jewelry designer Aaron Ruff, the long brass-link necklace has a worn-in oxidized finish, just like an old favorite. We adore how its topped off with off-the-moment tassel trim in this season's most-beloved shade of crimson.
Get it now: Digby & Iona 30-in. magnifying glass necklace, $200 at madewell.com
Kate Spade Curling Ribbon Ring
With sculptural garlands of gilded curling ribbon, this season's go-to gift begs whoever's wearing it to have a little over-the-top fun. Just the sight of it makes us optimistic. Bonus: It comes in a beautiful lavender and crimson box topped off with a bow, so all you really need to do is add festoons of real curling ribbon that mirror what's inside.
Get it now: Kate Spade curling ribbon ring, $78 at katespade.com
Bajalia Studded Wood Bangle
We love that this beauty of a bangle is also eco-conscious, handcrafted in India of rosewood from a sustainable plantation. Decorated with rows of streetwise brass studs and rivets set in a rustic lacquered black finish, the look is casually cool. Each one-of-a-kind piece is completely unique, making it a singularly special gift.
Get it now: Bajalia 'Ameena' wood and brass bangle, $29.95 at hsn.com
Fallon Chain Link Bracelet
Here's a dashing alternative to the usual chain-link bracelet. First, you've gotta love the name of this piece ("Social Security") almost as much as the very now, covetable design. How cool is the hinged hardware and the twist of an edgy hook fastener? A wear-it-every-day bracelet is equally on target for both the traditionalist and trendy friends.
Get it now: Fallon "Social Security" chain link bracelet, $150 at charmandchain.com
Good Charma Beaded Tassel Necklace
They say to give what you'd like to receive, and we can't think of anything greater than peace of mind -- particularly when it comes packaged like this. For yoga friends and fashion-setters alike, this necklace taps into more than just the tassel trend with a design inspired by traditional mala beads, used to keep the mind focused during meditation. Turquoise channels protection and healing, so this present has stellar physical and psychological effects to leave her glowing inside and out!
Get it now: Good Charma turquoise and sterling silver tassel necklace, $367 at goodcharma.com
Hello Kitty Bow Knuckle Ring
Hello Kitty's kitschy charm has eternal appeal with girls of all ages. One glimpse of this adorable brass knuckle duster adorned with Kitty's sweet signature bow, and we were finally sold on the ever-popular two-finger ring trend. Yes, it's big, bad and bold; yet the major cute factor balances any edginess for a completely wearable look. It's the best stocking stuffer ever, and a great gift to trim the fingers of any young or young-spirited fashion friends.
Get it now: Hello Kitty 'Bow Brass Knuckles' ring, $25 at fredflare.com
Alexis Bittar Labradorite Necklace
Here's one bohemian-glam wonder that's a triple threat: adventurous and powerfully posh with a spiritual vibe. The standout pendant in smoky labradorite with iridescent flashes of blue and amber (said to stimulate the imagination and clarify one's dreams) is trimmed with the haute twinkle of Swarovski crystals and the tribal flair of spiky, plated-brass daggers. In two words: Incredibly alluring.
Get it now: Alexis Bittar 'Miss Havisham' labradorite necklace, $245 at alexisbittar.com
Trixie & Peanut Rhinestone Letter Collar
How about gifting your very best accessory (we're talking Fido here) with the ultimate collar candy? These personalized, fetching pooch necklaces are also functional collars. Spell out a name or compose a playful, personal message. Then add as many sparkly hearts as you desire. Consider yourself warned: These head-turning collars may leave your furry friend perpetually begging to be paraded around the neighborhood.
Get it now: Trixie & Peanut rhinestone 'Candy' letter collar, $12 for collar and $3 for each rhinestone letter or heart at trixieandpeanut.com
Robyn Brooks Stingray Necklace
Exotic skins and bib necklaces are majorly in, so this stunner in vibrant stingray is oh-too-tempting. The linear equation of a necklace is crafted by up-and-coming New York City designer Robyn Brooks. A look-at-me geometric frame in gleaming gold makes the graphic, color-blocked stingray positively pop. It's one present sure to charm any lucky recipient.
Get it now: Robyn Brooks 'Harper' polished stingray bib necklace, $330 robynbrooksny.com
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