19 Jewelry Gifts for Men He’ll Actually Wear Every Day
From edgy tennis bracelets to wearable signet rings, this year, get him the everlasting gift of natural diamonds.
Published: November 6, 2025
Written by: Josh Peskowitz
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For the last eight months, many of us have been questioning how much can truly change in that time. It turns out, a hell of a lot can change in just six days—or even six hours. In times of uncertainty, we tend to be more conservative in our purchasing decisions. While this is a perfectly natural inclination, life still must be lived, and joy is worth seeking out. These gifts for men do just that.
Prices are rising, both due to raw materials, valued in their own right, and a challenging tariff environment. But jewelry purchases have never been purely rational or bound to a schedule. Jewelry celebrates milestones, people, and passions. It shouldn’t matter if it’s designated as “men’s” or “women’s”; instead, it should affirm the wearer’s sense of self.
Meet the Author
- Josh Peskowitz‘s experience spans both editorial and retail.
- After serving as Bloomingdale’s men’s fashion director, Peskowitz opened his own menswear shop, Magasin.
- His writing has appeared in The New York Times, GQ Style, Esquire’s Big Black Book, GQ Style Germany, and Fantastic Man, and more.
This is not meant to advocate for a consequences-be-damned money-burning attitude, but rather a set of semi-rational strategies for finding lasting happiness in purchases made even amid shifting landscapes. Pieces acquired to last a lifetime often become more attainable when considered through the lens of cost-per-wear.
Gifts for Men Strategy One: Go Timeless
When purchasing a piece of jewelry for yourself or a loved one, the hope is that it will be worn for many years and eventually passed on to another. These future heirlooms might be classic, but they must also be timeless. What’s the difference? For an item to be timeless, it is automatically a classic—but classics are not necessarily timeless.
Classics often refer to exact replicas (or originals, if you are into vintage—which is always encouraged) and are therefore defined by the era in which they were first produced. It’s relatively easy to find a classic at various levels of quality and material. Timelessness, however, comes by the hands of skilled artisans and inspired designers.
Timeless gifts for men might be the signatures of a specific house, such as Pomellato’s Cantene Ring, or a classic so subverted that it becomes a signature in its own right, like MARLI’s Tip Top Diamond Bracelet or HOWL’s Havana Ring. If this definition of timeless brings Jean Schlumberger’s Bird on a Rock for Tiffany & Co. to mind, you’re right on the money, and maybe a piece from their new collection is worth looking into.
Shop Timeless Gifts for Men
Stone and Strand Noble diamond tennis necklace, $4,300, StoneandStrand.com
Tiffany & Co. Bird on a Rock by Tiffany Wings Rolo Pendant, $7,300, Tiffany.com
Mindi Mond All-Diamond Bezel-set chain, $32,000, mindimondondnewyork.com
HOWL The Havana Diamond Ring, price upon request, handleonlywithlove.com
Marli Tip-Top Full Diamond Tennis bracelet, $25,000, marlinewyork.com
SHAY Diamond Pavé Flat Cable Link braclelet, $5,650, shayjewelry.com
Pomellato Catene Ring, $16,700, Pomellato.com
Rainbow K Bangle Link Gold, $7,177, Rainbowkjewelry.com
Gifts for Men Strategy Two: Go Unique
Maybe the first thought that comes to mind when you hear “timeless” is, “I don’t have time for all that.” And that’s valid. Jewelry should bring joy to the wearer, and if that joy comes from the number of double-takes per wear, then this is your path. Go as bold and unique as you can with every purchase.
Eye-catching pieces aren’t for everyone; they really should be for one. Finding the right maker in the right place can take time. It might come through mixing materials (like Sauer’s Vitra Necklace or Chanel’s Symboles Medal) or embracing imperfect forms. Ultimately, what matters most is whether it makes you feel two or three inches taller the moment you put it on. A word of caution: craftsmanship is critical when chasing uniqueness. Unusual designs made with impeccable skill will be admired, while poorly made ones may leave friends asking if you have “something on your shirt.” Lead with your heart and be patient. You have the rest of your life ahead of you.
Shop Unique Gifts for Men
DAGA Lotus Charm, $3,000, DagaJewels.com
Suzanne Kalan Classic Gold Full pave milli bangle, $34,000, SuzanneKalan.com
Spinelli Kilcollin Fused Serpens Medium 18kt gold ring with diamonds, $5,400, mytheresa.com
Sauer Vitra Necklace, price upon request. Sauer1941.com
Khepri Fancy Color Diamond Center Stone Signet Ring, $8,600 Kheprijewels.com
Chanel Symboles Medal, $33,200, Chanel.com
Armenta Gold Scarab Ring, $10,490, Armentacollection.com
Gifts for Men Strategy Three: Go Custom
The only way to truly guarantee uniqueness is to work with a designer on a custom piece. Among all luxury items, jewelry is, by its very nature, mutable. Many high-end jewelers already create one-of-a-kind pieces to showcase their skills or aesthetics, so the “custom” item for you may already exist. But if you want to take it further, there are countless ways to explore what you truly want.
This prospect is exciting for some and intimidating for others. If you fall into the first camp, the process might begin with a stone, as I did with my wife’s engagement ring (by Mociun in Brooklyn, New York), or with a designer’s aesthetic, such as London’s Castro Smith or Brazil’s Silvia Furmanovich. Working with a designer means respecting their process and taste, so take this path only if you want a piece that reflects their style, while still carrying your personal touch.
You might meet someone on holiday and commission a piece that forever connects you to that moment, or you might travel specifically to see a particular designer. The first step is deciding whether this undertaking is worthwhile to you, and why. Excellent custom jewelers can be found in many cities, so you may not have to look far; however, finding the right person still requires research and a bit of soul-searching.
Hopefully, the end result will be cherished by you and those who come after, ensuring that a little sparkle is carried on to the future.
Shop Custom Gifts for Men
Custom Castro Smith, price upon request, castrosmith.com
Custom Silvia Furmanovich, price upon request, silviafurmanovich.com
Custom Mociun, price upon request, mociun.com/pages/custom-by-mociun
Good Art Custom Pop Lock ID Bracelet, from $555, goodart.com
