Jewellery is one of the few gifts that gets worn long after the wrapping paper is gone. The trick is choosing a piece that suits the person, not just the occasion. This guide groups our favourite gifts by budget, with a few notes on who each one suits best.
Want to browse everything in one place? See the full Christmas Gift Guide collection.
How to choose a jewellery gift she'll actually wear
- Look at what she already wears. Mostly gold or mostly silver? Small studs or bold earrings? Match her existing style rather than guessing a new one.
- Earrings and necklaces are the safest choice. They don't depend on a size, so there is no risk of a ring that doesn't fit.
- Buying a ring? Choose an adjustable style, or check her size first with our Ring Size Guide.
- Personal beats expensive. A birth-month necklace or a photo locket often means more than a bigger price tag.
Choose a gift by what it means
Not sure where to start? Think about what you'd like to say. Every Lyastone piece belongs to one of five meaning collections:
- For someone starting a new chapter (a graduate, a new job, a move): North Star — Find your direction.
- For someone who has grown through a hard year: Butterfly — Embrace your growth.
- For the people you love most (a partner, mum, sister or best friend): Heart — Keep love close.
- For a birthday or a date worth remembering: Bloom (Birth Stone) — Bloom in your own time.
- For good luck in the year ahead (exams, a new venture, a fresh start): Talisman — Carry a little luck with you.
Explore all five on Shop by Collection, or read the story behind them.
Gifts under $50: stocking fillers and Secret Santa
Aegean Cross Earrings set natural turquoise in 18K gold-plated copper, with S925 sterling silver posts. At about 2.5 cm, they add colour without being too much.
Moonveil Earrings curve layered metal petals around the ear. Light, sculptural, and available in gold or silver tone.
Solis Tiger Eye Earrings frame oval tiger eye stones in a sunburst-inspired gold-coloured setting, perfect for someone who loves warm, earthy tones.
Starlit Texture Ring is a slim textured stacking ring with zircon detail, in gold or silver.
Aurelia Duo Necklace is a delicate everyday gold necklace. The solitaire style is an easy, elegant gift, or choose the five-stone style or the layered set for something more.
For the traveller, the Lyastone Travel Jewellery Roll keeps earrings, rings and necklaces organised and tangle-free. It also pairs beautifully with any piece in this guide.
Want more ideas at this price? See our full guide to jewellery gifts under $50, grouped by style, with tips for Secret Santa.
Gifts from $50 to $100
Midnight Prism Earrings are our bestselling pair: faceted sapphire-blue crystal drops on gold-plated brass that shift between blue and teal in the light. An easy yes for anyone who loves colour.
Eternal Heart Pearl Earrings pair heart-shaped freshwater pearls with a little crystal sparkle, a sweet gift for a sister, friend or teacher.
The Heart Within Necklace features a natural stone heart pendant. Choose mother-of-pearl, red agate, black agate or amazonite to suit her style.
Santorini Convertible Layer Set brings turquoise tones and an 18K gold-plated finish. Choose the pendant, the beaded necklace or the full layered set, which can be worn separately or together.
Fleur Pearl Drop Earrings combine shell pearl and cubic zirconia on S925 sterling silver posts, in gold or silver.
Pearl Knot Studs are small freshwater pearl studs in S925 sterling silver with cubic zirconia pavé: understated, and easy to wear every day.
Venetian Lace Ring is adjustable S925 sterling silver lacework set with cubic zirconia, so there's no need to guess her size.
Élodie Pearl Bow Earrings are the pick for Christmas parties: a sculptural bow with pearl detail and a teardrop crystal drop.
Keepsake gifts over $100
Polaris Month of Love Necklace lets you choose any month from January to December: her birthday, an anniversary, or the month you met. It's one of the most personal gifts in the collection.
Polaris Heart Layered Necklace layers three chains with North Star and heart charms, in gold or silver. One piece, no styling required.
Stella Oval Pendant Necklace is a vintage-inspired oval star pendant with cubic zirconia sparkle, in gold or silver.
Nacre Bloom Earrings feature natural mother-of-pearl petals with 925 sterling silver posts, a small statement pair with real presence.
Golden Keepsake Necklace is a gold-tone locket designed to hold a cherished photo. For a mum, grandmother or partner, it's a gift that carries a memory.
A few practical notes
- Orders are dispatched from Sydney. Please check our shipping policy for delivery times before Christmas.
- Earrings can't be returned for change of mind for hygiene reasons, so double-check the style, size and finish before ordering. Your rights for faulty items are not affected.
- Not sure what to choose? Contact us and we'll help you find the right piece.
Browse the full Christmas Gift Guide and find something she'll wear long after the holidays.