Every winter sees some traditional events – New Year’s Eve celebrations, Super Bowl Sunday, the President’s Day holiday and of course Valentine’s Day. If you, like so many others, wait until the last minute to pick out a card and a gift for your sweetheart you may find yourself grumbling about the task. This is unfortunate because of all the “holidays” celebrated each year, Valentine’s Day is one that can be a lot of fun and allows for some serious creativity.
While there are many traditional gifts, such as chocolate, champagne or an evening out on the town, one of the most popular items to give on this most romantic day is jewelry. The “King” of all jewelry, of course, is diamond jewelry. So, how can someone be creative and give a traditional and popular piece of diamond jewelry? Luckily jewelry designers and sellers understand that people want some options and have created many unique diamond gifts just in time for the coming festivities.
Among the most popular items are those modeled after the old-fashioned “add a bead” necklaces from years past. Instead of simple beads however, these necklaces have unique diamond pendants that can be attached to a sturdy white or yellow gold chain. A single diamond and chain pendant makes a lovely gift and promises many more years, and diamonds, to come!
Of course pendants are always a valuable gift, and around Valentine’s Day an abundance of heart-shaped items begin to appear. While a small heart that is shaped from small, set diamonds is very classic and easy to wear, why not look for a diamond cut into the shape of a heart? There are many skilled diamond experts in the world today and it is actually quite simple to find colorless, pink, canary and other colored diamonds cut beautifully into the ultimate symbol of love – the heart. Such pendants can come in a variety of settings using almost any precious metal available, and are particularly stunning when placed on a very fine chain that makes the stone seem to float against the skin of the wearer.
If a man’s sweetheart is not a big fan of necklaces there are many other diamond jewelry options to choose from, and these can really show how much someone knows their partner’s sense of style and taste. For example, a current trend in diamond jewelry is for old-fashioned cuts and unique settings. A shopper could scout out a very trendy pair of “chandelier” earrings set in diamonds, or they could find some studs cut in the classic marquise style. Such choices would indicate that the shopper understands jewelry trends, but also sees that their lady is a stylish and elegant person as well. Simply buying something that is appearing in a lot of shop windows is not a clear indicator that someone will want to wear the item, but adding a spin, such as a unique cut to the diamond, will demonstrate some appreciation for a woman’s personal sense of style.
In addition to seeking out good and classy examples of some trendier items, a really creative and unique diamond Valentine’s Day gift could be a bracelet, but not just any kind of bracelet. Why not start a beautiful diamond tradition? Begin by selecting a sturdy and appropriate charm bracelet – this will be blank and contain no charms so the type of metal and the style of the chain should match a woman’s personal taste. For this first Valentine’s Day the shopper could pick a small diamond charm, and it doesn’t have to be a heart, it could be anything a woman might find significant. For example, if your lady really loves her shoes, why not get a small diamond shoe charm for the bracelet? Other charms could include her astrological sign, a favorite animal, a traditional “Claddagh”, or even her favorite hobby. It is absolutely amazing just how many charms are available as white or yellow gold and diamond creations!
Of course there is one thing that all diamond shoppers must do when purchasing their jewelry gifts for their sweetheart – get the documentation! Be sure to get any receipts and any certifications for the diamonds. Remember that the price you pay for a larger diamond is due to its quality, and most such diamonds come with certifications. This is a crucial document as it guarantees the value of the stone purchased. Additionally, if the item is of high or significant value you may want to insure it right away. A homeowner’s or renter’s policy can usually have a rider attached for an individual item and this is always a wise choice where diamonds are concerned.
When presenting your sweetheart with her unique diamond jewelry gift this Valentine’s Day it might also be fun to try to wrap it or give it in a memorable fashion. Why not even try to trick her into thinking it is something else? You could put the item in a box of crackers or in a rolled up newspaper and watch as her eyes light up as brightly as the diamond she just received.