Find a gem: Our guide to the best jewellery gift ideas

While gemstones don’t map perfectly onto every birth month, certain stones have long been associated with milestone birthdays. Consider them a stylish way to mark the occasion, without getting too sentimental about it.

Moonstone and labradorite are both associated with new beginnings, making them a fitting choice for stepping into adulthood. Their soft, shimmering finishes also happen to look rather good in jewellery.

Citrine and topaz bring warmth, optimism and a little extra confidence to the occasion. A golden-hued gemstone piece feels suitably grown-up – without taking things too seriously.

The big 3-0 calls for something a little more considered. Sapphire and aquamarine offer cool, elegant colour and work just as well with everyday jewellery as they do with something more occasion-worthy.

Fifty years calls for a gift with a little presence. Pair gold jewellery with blue topaz or another precious gemstone for something that feels suitably special without being overly traditional.

Birthstones are an easy way to make a jewellery gift feel personal. Choose their stone, their favourite style or, if you’re feeling particularly organised, both. There’s more to come, too, with our birthstone jewellery collections launching soon.

Another year together is a fairly good excuse for jewellery. From first-anniversary classics to milestone pieces, discover our guide to anniversary gifts by year, with plenty of ways to say ‘I still fancy you’ without resorting to a grand declaration.

The first year calls for gold. Try a stacking ring or chain necklace that can be layered with existing pieces and worn long after the anniversary dinner is over.

Pearls and jade are traditionally associated with the third anniversary. A pearl pendant or pair of jade-green earrings makes a considered gift that feels special without being reserved for special occasions.

A decade together is a good time to add some extra sparkle. Choose from a pendant, ring or pair of classic studs. Prefer to keep things a little more purse-friendly? Cubic zirconia offers plenty of brilliance for less.

Twenty-five years calls for something with a little staying power. Choose sterling silver jewellery, from classic cuff bracelets to statement rings that feel worthy of the occasion.

Traditionally associated with the 55th wedding anniversary, emerald represents enduring love, growth and renewal. Look to green gemstone jewellery in rich, vibrant shades for a fitting way to mark the occasion.

From the aisle to the thank-you notes, jewellery makes a useful and personal gift for the people who helped make the big day happen.

The dress may be doing most of the work, but the right jewellery makes the look. Go for delicate earrings or a timeless necklace she’ll want to wear long after the confetti has cleared.

Thank the women who were there for the dress fittings, happy tears and inevitable dancefloor chaos. Matching or personalised jewellery, from initial necklaces to delicate studs, makes an easy keepsake they can wear well beyond the wedding.

Choose something refined as a thank you for a lifetime of support and, naturally, a fair amount of wedding advice. Pearls or classic gold jewellery are both good places to start.

Welcome her into the family with a jewellery gift she'll treasure for years to come. A polished silver pendant is an easy-to-style choice that works just as well with everyday outfits as it does with occasionwear.

For the person who kept the plans moving, the tissues close by and the emergency safety pins firmly at the ready. Floral-inspired jewellery is a fitting choice, from daisies and tulips to delicate wildflower motifs.

For bridal party thank-you gifts, matching charm bracelets make a simple shared memento of the day. Keep the charm subtle and let everyone style it their own way.

One less thing to cross off the wedding checklist. Blue jewellery featuring turquoise, aquamarine, amazonite or paua shell is an easy way to work your ‘something blue’ into the outfit.