What Gen-Z Really Wants: The Chicest Natural Diamond Jewelry Gifts
From hoops, pendants and rings, to bracelets, and ear cuffs, check out the ultimate guide to diamond jewelry gifts for the Gen Z’s in your life, starting at $300.
It’s that time of year when your in-box is full of gifts guides, touting accessories, gadgets and trendy stocking stuffers. But what people really want are meaningful diamond jewelry gifts, pieces they can wear and enjoy every day, and that will last forever. Sound like a tall order?
We have you covered! Here’s our list of stylish diamond jewelry, starting at just $300. These aren’t just any jewels; they are a Gen Z’s starter kit to build their forever natural diamond jewelry collection. These are the foundational diamond pieces, the tried-and-true designs that will mix and match with anyone’s style. And, no doubt, the recipients will be happy to receive diamond jewels over the latest handbag (which will be out of fashion by summer)!
Like any smart capsule wardrobe, these diamond pieces are the essentials that will never go out of style—everyday hoop earrings, a personal pendant, stackable bracelet, cute forever ring, and a chic ear cuff. But let’s be clear, basic doesn’t mean boring. These jewels have a contemporary twist, because Gen Z wants to define their own style with unique designs, whether it’s minimalist, playful, or symbolic.
The Essential Hoop Earrings
Hoop earrings aren’t just fashionable and fun, they also have gravitas! They date back millennia when both men and women wore hoop earrings in ancient Mesopotamia and Africa. Thousands of years later in the swinging 1960s, the big, bold hoop earring was a symbol of female empowerment. Today, the diamond hoop is a versatile design that can add polish to a basic T-shirt or a touch of glam with a little black dress. It’s the earring that will go the distance as the perfect diamond jewelry gift.
The Pendant That Gets Personal
Nothing is more expressive than a pendant necklace. From a lucky diamond four-leaf clover (Selim Mouzannar) to sparkling initials (Alison Lou) and a dazzling lightning bolt (Sorellina), the personal pendant is a talisman – and some never take it off.
We love the revival of diamond initials and name plates (Carrie’s famous name necklace in Sex and the City defined her character). With so many options, it’s easy to find a design that matches your Gen Z’s personality – and your budget.
A Ring for Every Mood
A ring is the most loved diamond accessory because you look down and enjoy it anytime! For the most bang for your budget, look for styles with smaller diamonds, like simple, architectural gold bands with a tiny graphic stone (Shihara) or signet ring with a diamond constellation (Octavia Elizabeth). Sometimes a touch of sparkle goes a long way.
The Bracelet They Will Never Take Off
The tennis bracelet gets a lot of attention, and rightly so because who doesn’t want a sparkly line of luxurious diamonds around the wrist. But it’s not usually a person’s first diamond bracelet and might be out of your budget. There are plenty of chic, elegant, and affordable diamond bracelets, from a single stone on a skinny, barely there chain (Emily Wheeler) to a bangle with two off-set diamonds (Jade Trau). A demure diamond bracelet is the starting point of any wrist game and the perfect diamond jewelry gift this holiday.
The Ear Cuff Is The New Classic
Once considered an edgy, street style accessory, today the ear cuff is an essential diamond piece that adds an element of fashion and elegance to any look. It’s an easy way to create a distinctive look worn alone or layered with multiple earrings. There are so many possibilities! Because it’s sold as a single cuff, it’s an affordable natural diamond jewelry gift!
