7 sparkling Christmas ideas that look more expensive than they are

'Tis the season for giving—but it doesn't have to cost a fortune

Christmas jewellery
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We all know that Christmas is a season of giving—a chance to show your love and bask in the joy of togetherness. But amid the twinkly lights and overflowing festivities, finding the perfect gift can often feel overwhelming. No wonder then that year after year, jewellery emerges as a timeless choice—one that transcends trends and holds sentimental value.

Warren James has been adding Christmas sparkle since 1979. Specialising in affordable luxury, this family-owned independent brand creates timeless pieces for life's special moments.

Whether it's a dainty nameplate necklace, a sparkling pair of earrings, or a lab-grown diamond ring, jewellery has that unique ability to capture the spirit of the season.

Still stuck for ideas? Here are 7 editor-approved pieces that will make gift-giving feel magical.

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7 Editor-Approved Jewellery Ideas

Christmas jewellery

(Image credit: Warren James)

Christmas jewellery

(Image credit: Warren James)

Christmas jewellery

(Image credit: Warren James)
Mischa Anouk Smith
News and Features Editor

Mischa Anouk Smith is the News and Features Editor of Marie Claire UK.

From personal essays to purpose-driven stories, reported studies, and interviews with celebrities like Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and designers including Dries Van Noten, Mischa has been featured in publications such as Refinery29, Stylist and Dazed. Her work explores what it means to be a woman today and sits at the intersection of culture and style. In the spirit of eclecticism, she has also written about NFTs, mental health and the rise of AI bands.