More often than not, this time of year can easily become a little overwhelming for me, admittedly, with not only holiday gifting to take into consideration, but also gift ideas for the many birthdays we celebrate in our family. And this year, our celebrations also include one university graduation, which is a pretty big deal! Since I can’t possibly be the only person who might feel this way, I’ve put together a small guide of gift ideas for loved ones that you can find at Kiefer Jewelers, to make checking off your nice list a little more seamless for you.
It’s important to note right off the bat that what’s special about the shopping experience at Kiefer Jewelers is that they're truly dedicated to helping you find exactly what you want (whether it’s for yourself or for someone else) and not what they think you need. The latter, unfortunately, is an experience I’ve personally encountered much too often at chain jewelry stores, and it can be an uncomfortable time when you’re second-guessing what to get a loved one while simultaneously feeling pressured to make a purchase.
When introducing you to different jewelry brands offered throughout Kiefer Jewelers, the staff take the time to share knowledgeable insight about the designers and the inspiration behind the pieces. To me, giving and receiving jewelry is so much more than just a sparkly piece to show off in public—there’s meaning and thought behind it, which makes the gift of jewelry so much more personal.
When I visited the store to embark on my holiday shopping journey, Alex Schlindwein, an owner of Kiefer Jewelers, took the time to walk me through the store and was incredibly patient as I perused the various brands and collections trying to decide which pieces would be perfect for each and every one of my loved ones. Not only that, but she also shared the special meaning behind different pieces, which certainly helped narrow down my selection process!
Without further ado, I want to share the pieces that really stood out to me during my visit and that I felt were a great combination of fashionable, functional, timeless and special—all characteristics that are so important to consider when gifting jewelry.
For the Tampa Lover
If you’re looking for a sparkly piece for the avid Tampa Bay Lightning fan, or even for someone who simply adores Florida and embraces its “lighting capital of the U.S.” status, this 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Lightning Bolt Necklace is stunning, and a classic fit with its 16”-18” adjustable chain. Click to shop their entire Champa Bay collection.
For the Stylish Woman on the Go
Kiefer Jewelers carries the iconic Michele watch brand, featuring their signature art deco-influenced timepieces, brilliant hand-set diamond cases and mother of pearl dials. For the woman who deserves only the very best, a Michele watch is a gift that says, “I know and understand your appreciation for timeless elegance and classic style.” The Michele Deco II TwoTone Watch is both beautiful and functional, as it complements any outfit whether it features shades of black or brown. Click to see more about the Michele brand.
One of my favorite trends that I believe will be here to stay is paper clip chain jewelry. What I personally love about these unique pieces is that they can be styled both casual and dressy, and when it comes to investing in staple jewelry, there’s nothing I adore more than a functional piece. The Paper Clip Link Bolo Bracelet from the Shy Collection is a stunning fine jewelry piece that can easily be adjusted to comfortably wrap around the wearer’s wrist. Click to shop their entire paperclip collection.
Another personal favorite of mine are dainty rings, and this 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Double Ring, featuring both emerald and round cut diamonds, is a quick and easy way to display your sense of style without putting in the actual effort of mixing and matching stacking bands—it’s already done for you! Click to shop their entire Shy collection.
For the Bold Trend-Setter
John Hardy is the contemporary luxury jewelry brand. Established in Bali in 1975, each collection conveys evocative symbolism and honors the transmission of creative energy from the artist to the wearer. Even more impressive is the brand’s level of social consciousness—all John Hardy pieces are made from 100% recycled sterling silver, with some pieces that go toward planting bamboo trees, the #1 export of Bali.
The Hammered Long Necklace from the John Hardy Dot Collection is a great stacking piece, and I loved learning the meaning behind the textured and symmetrical spheres, which epitomize boundless love and infinite possibility.
For the person who loves setting trends, the John Hardy Remix Asymmetrical Link Earrings combine that chic link chain trend with the statement of asymmetrical design. Click to shop the entire John Hardy Collection.
For the One Who Strives to be Unique
I have a soft spot for the Galatea brand, the founder being a 3rd generation pearl farmer from Vietnam who creates exceptionally beautiful jewelry, each piece crafted as though it’s for a loved one of his own. Chi Huynh’s pieces are so unique, that he carries patents for many of the designs he’s created.
This White Diamond in a Pearl Necklace is my absolute favorite piece from Galatea. Not only is an embedded diamond in a pearl such a unique find, I love the meaning behind it. Pearls are created from the discomfort experienced by an oyster—when an oyster swallows an irritable object, like a grain of sand, it eases the discomfort and pain it experiences by producing a pearl. The meaning behind this piece reads, “This is like life itself. It is easy to love in good times, but it takes courage to love through the discomforts of our lives. The diamond represents the grain of sand and the pearl evokes an aura of courage, love and healing. It is this unique transformation that has given birth to Diamond in a Pearl, the Symbol of Love.” It’s an exceptional piece that would make a fantastic holiday gift!
Another special piece from Galatea is the Gloria Cherry Blossom Necklace. This is another uncommon jewelry piece in the fact that the color that you see on the flower petals is actually an optical illusion—the silver petals are simply shimmering and reflecting the color around the center of the flower. It’s truly an artisan piece. Click to shop the entire Galatea collection now.
For the Alla Moda
When it comes to the sophisticated fashionista, Roberto Coin checks all the boxes with 18 Karat gold pieces. He signs many of his pieces with a small ruby set inside the jewelry, touching the wearer’s skin to promote long life, health and happiness.
This 18KW Diamond Initial Necklace by Roberto Coin is a well-rounded gift in that it can be gifted with the initial of the wearer’s first name, last name, child’s name or pet’s name, whichever carries the most meaning to them! It also makes for a great layering piece.
Another versatile jewelry piece that never goes unused is a pair of hoop earrings. These 18KY Gold Hoop Earrings by Roberto Coin featuring a slim 45mm diameter that are an easy addition to any outfit.
The 18KW Diamond Earrings by Roberto Coin are just simply stunning, with round cut diamonds forming the outline of petals in this design from the Roberto Coin Princess Collection.
Another piece from Roberto Coin’s Princess Collection, the Princess Tassel Necklace, is a romantic design, with fine rope detailing at the top and beaded tassels adorning the bottom. With a chain at 33” in length, it’s a great piece for wearing on its own to make a statement against plain tops/dresses or when pairing with other necklace lengths for a stacked look. Click to shop the entire Roberto Coin collection.
For the Man in Your Life
I certainly can’t forget about men’s jewelry! Kiefer Jewelers has a great selection of men’s jewelry, and I selected a couple that I know my beau would personally love. If your guy is a fan of minimal fashion that still makes a statement, these pieces would be perfect:
Both trendy and eco-friendly, Citizen watches don’t use a traditional battery and are charged by light through the watch dial. As long as they have exposure to light, whether artificial light or sunlight, they’ll continue to function, and I love the sleek and sophisticated look of the Citizen Axiom Eco-Drive. Click to shop the entire Citizen watch collection.
Back to the John Hardy favorites, I just love this classic 24” John Hardy Chain. It’s a great everyday, forever necklace chain, and I especially like the look of the satin matte black rhodium featured on this piece.
Holiday shopping at Kiefer Jewelers is such a stress-free experience, and I really appreciated the time that was dedicated toward helping me select some favorite giftables. The staff is so friendly and never once made me feel pressured to make a decision at any given moment, and I believe that truly makes a difference in the holiday shopping experience.
Of course, I want the same for you! This holiday season, my gift to you is the opportunity to have that similar smooth shopping experience, at 10% off when you use code “thisjenngirl” on the Kiefer Jewelers website. I hope you found inspiration in some of my personal picks and that you find the perfect jewelry pieces to help celebrate, honor and share love with the special ones in your life!