By Susan Schwartz
Ahhh Valentine’s Day – the day for lovers and also for the loved-up confused.
Do you buy your beloved something?
Or have you got an agreement that you won’t celebrate Valentine’s Day because forced consumption just messes with your whole idea of love?
Or is it really not that serious and you just want to show appreciation for your significant other?
If you’re looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift, nothing marks an occasion more in life than a piece of jewellery.
Here is a list of gift ideas for Valentine’s Day that won’t end up in the bottom of the cupboard.
It covers every budget from $50-$1,000 and is divided into styles to match personality types.
There’s the Romantic. This person is sentimental and loves jewellery with meaning. Look for items with classic Valentine’s Day vibes.
The Design Minimalist is all about form, shape and function. Pieces need to be designed well with timeless shapes, simple colour, and minimal sparkle.
The Luxe Label Lover loves quality, and rich materials like gold, pearls and gemstones.
The Creative Bohemian is artistic and unique, and loves texture and handmade designs.
The products below are all recommended independently by me. Nobody paid to be included in the list.
Bling it on.
Up to $100
The Romantic
A nice alternative to those pesky hearts – the rich Murano glass red in this sterling silver charm will forever remind her of you. $39 from Pandora.
The Design Minimalist
Cast in solid sterling silver, the sleek curves of this ring caress the finger, making it an ideal piece to wear every day. $69 from Bowerbird, Sydney.
The Luxe Label Lover
The perfect travel answer – made from sterling silver and white cubic zirconias. $90 from APM Monaco, which also has a Brisbane store.
The Creative Bohemian
Handmade in Brisbane, the Sunny Half Circle Stacking ring is ideal for layering. In silver or gold fill. $65. From KBN Jewellery, Brisbane.
$100-$300
The Romantic Soul
The Picasso necklace features an intricate locket electroplated in 24 karat gold with glass pearls and a purple Czech glass stone in the centre. Add your special touch to the inside. Handmade in New York City. $253 from the Ben Amun Amaranthine Collection.
The Design Minimalist
The wide organic oval bangle at Dinosaur Designs is an iconic design piece. Shown here in light horn in with cream and brown swirls. $110 from Dinosaur Designs.
The Luxe Label Lover
Okay, so this Star Detail bracelet is slightly over budget, but it’s Kenneth Jay Lane daaarling and you are buying for a lover of all things luxe. The New Yorker began as the “King of Costume Jewellery” in 1963 when his creations revolutionised the industry and were worn by the likes of Audrey Hepburn, Jacquie Kennedy and Elizabeth Taylor.. $325 from Farfetch.
The Creative Bohemian
This stunning Indira gold plated ring from Reliqua Collective is on sale. $139, with 30 percent off at checkout.
$300-500
The Romantic
The Bloom Cocktail Ring features a burgundy glass cabochon stone set in an intricate 12 karat gold plated brass setting with cubic zirconia. $375 from Zimmermann.
The Design Minimalist
This sterling silver Offspring brooch captures a sense of movement with sculptural sophistication. $460 from those masters of Danish design at George Jensen.
The Luxe Label Lover
The 18 karat gold plated Borgia cuff may well have been found in Cleopatra’s secret chambers. Its Hellenistic style features lions heads set with shimmering cubic zirconia. $399 from Cleopatra’s Bling.
The Creative Bohemian
The Pomegranate Statement Necklace draws inspiration from ancient Middle Eastern and Mediterranean jeweller and is plated in 18 karat gold. $429 from Temple of the Sun.
$500-$1000
The Romantic
This Australian Opal and Diamond accent bracelet is made from 10 karat yellow gold. $799 from Michael Hill.
The Design Minimalist
Crafted in Italy, the Maple Seed earrings showcase a sculptural shape with a touch of understated sophistication. $890 from Givenchy at Mytheresa.
The Luxe Label Lover
With recent the death of beloved Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani, what better way to commemorate Valentine’s Day with a broch from the king of fashion. Made from brass and crystals. Be quick, this one is selling out fast. $920 from Valentino at Net-a-Porter.
The Creative Bohemian
The necklace of the season and often copied, the Trinity Onyx Tassel Necklace is handcrafted in Italy with three different shapes of onyx adorned with sterling silver details and a black tassel. $725 from Le Sundial.
