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Nov 05, 2024

Jewelry gifts for the holidays that are right on trend

From button earrings to bold cuffs worn over a sleeve, the latest accessory trends make for perfect presents. These on-trend baubles make delightful gifts. I think about jewelry the same way I think

From button earrings to bold cuffs worn over a sleeve, the latest accessory trends make for perfect presents.

These on-trend baubles make delightful gifts.

I think about jewelry the same way I think about gravy at a holiday feast — on its own, it may not be the main component of a meal, or an outfit, but it does make everything better. It’s the finishing piece, the accent, the highlight and always worth indulging in. And, of course, it always makes a beautiful gift.

As the chill of fall thickens into winter, the layers of clothing grow and so does the importance of jewelry. A cosy sweater and jeans becomes everyone’s favourite uniform, but how do you personalize the look and make it feel unique to you? Gravy, aka jewelry. And this season, there is a whole buffet of trends to choose from.

Right now, jewelry is steering towards boldness, personality and individuality. Whether it’s a chunky cuff layered over your favourite sweater’s sleeve, sculptural pieces that command attention or the vintage charm of button earrings, the goal is to express personality through our accessories. A great gift can help someone else do that, too.

Here are some of the best jewelry gifts for this holiday season, that happen to be right on trend.

Tinashe in button earrings at the Versace Spring 2025 runway show in Milan.

On the runways, designer houses including Carolina Herrera, Versace and Missoni have brought back ’80s button earrings in a fresh new way. These are exactly what they sound like: elegant, detailed buttons meant for ears, and I love the interest that they add to classic outfits, breathing a touch of vintage into your style. It can also be a simple way to infuse your cold-weather neutrals with colour; you could also co-ordinate the earring colour with your trouser or knit or go monochrome with the whole outfit for an opulent look.

How to style it: When wearing a button earring, juxtapose the retro feel by leaning into modern silhouettes like an oversized blazer or leather jacket.

Casa Clara earrings, $80, revolve.com

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Victoria Emerson earrings, $82, victoriaemerson.com

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Kate Moss at the Saint Laurent Spring 2025 runway show in Paris.

One of my favourite trends that is continuing from last year is bold wrist pieces. This isn’t about delicate, stackable bracelets but one-and-done, chunky bangles that can be worn overtop of a sleeve. This can really highlight the wrist and create an interesting arm silhouette. We are seeing the trend go even further with celebrities like Kaia Gerber and Elsa Hosk layering watches over gloves. Get creative and use timepieces and big bracelets to elevate fall staples.

How to style it: An easy way to try the trend is by layering a thick cuff or watch over a long-sleeve turtleneck, but you don’t have to stop there. Try layering your wrist pieces over blazer or chunky knit sleeves as well.

Mademoiselle Jules cuff, $350, mademoisellejules.com

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Citizen watch, $550, citizenwatch.com

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The Chloé Spring 2025 runway featured charms galore.

Charms took the world by storm in the early 2000s, thanks in part to Pandora, and could be seen on wrists everywhere for at least a decade. Then simple, minimalist jewelry took over but the appeal of personalized pieces was never lost and charms are back in a big way, especially on the runway at newly hot Chloé. They are trending on bags, shoes and jewelry alike and the best part of this trend is that you can customize pieces to showcase your personality, switching charms on and off necklaces or bracelets as you see fit. Charm jewelry is perfect for enhancing denim and a tee but can also add a touch of whimsy to the boldest outfits. Just have fun and let the charms project personality and unique style.

How to style it: Don’t overthink the styling — choose charms that are meaningful, like a birthstone or favourite colour, and mix them with everyday pieces.

Alex and Ani necklace, $96, alexandani.com

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Liza Gozlan bracelet, $128, lizagozlan.com

Julianne Moore wearing sculptural earrings at the Bottega Veneta Spring 2025 show in Milan.

Simple, layerable jewelry elevates every effortless summer outfit but for fall, we are craving pieces that feel more unique. The Missoni, Chanel and Bottega Veneta Spring 2025 runways showcased abstract earring shapes that bring a sculptural elegance to any look. As for clothing, play with different necklines on tops or dresses. A button-up with the first few buttons undone, an off-the-shoulder style or a straight neckline will work beautifully.

How to style it: These pieces are showcased best with hair worn slicked back or behind the ear. Stay away from adding a necklace and let the earrings make the statement.

Jenny Greco earrings, $120, jennygreco.com

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Jenny Bird earrings, $160, jenny-bird.ca

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Julianne Costigan is The Kit’s stylist-at-large and author of the shopping resource The Digital Style Guide.

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