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The best Valentine's Day jewellery gifts to shop for a loved one (or yourself)
From personalised necklaces and heart-shaped lockets to diamond delights
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, thoughts inevitably turn to jewellery – or, more specifically, the best jewellery gifts that are guaranteed to make a loved one feel seriously special. Because let's be honest: flowers, chocolates and cards are all well and good (and still *very* appreciated, btw), but there's nothing quite like the romance of receiving beautiful necklace, bracelet or pair of earrings that you know you'll wear forever.
Just to be clear: you don't need to be in a romantic relationship to mark V Day with a special treat. In our opinion, February 14th is a great opportunity to carve out some time to celebrate self-love, family and/or that of a BFF. Well, those are the relationships we're gonna be in forever, aren't they?! So who says they don't deserve to be marked with a gorgeous jewellery gift too...
There are tonnes of affordable jewellery brands out there to choose from, but we understand that scouring them all in search of the perfect piece is quite the gargantuan task – so, we've done the hard work for you and brought you our pick of the best Valentine's Day jewellery gifts to shop ahead of the big day. Among our favourite 20, there's something that's bound to please even the most discerning of recipients, whether they're more into personalised necklaces, cute charms, welded bracelets or something sparkly.
Everyone's fave glass-jewellery brand Sandralexandra has smashed it once again with these pretty heart-shaped hoops.
Let your BFF – or other half – know how much they mean to you with this Y2K-inspired engravable necklace.
Chunky chains are all the rage RN, so we're loving this Missoma design embellished with V Day-worthy jelly hearts.
There's no better – or more elegant – way to show someone you'll love them forever.
The perfect everyday hoop earring with a hint of romance.
This heart-shaped locket is giving us serious throwback vibes. Engrave with a message and complete with a cute pic for a seriously special memento.
SATC fans will *love* this Abbott Lyon necklace that looks just like Carrie's – but with their (or your) name on it.
Solange's lacquer pouting lips ring in rainbow colours? Iconic.
We can't get enough of this new jewellery brand, that hand-makes beautiful talismans embroidered with coloured thread. Simply choose your metal and preferred shade, and let the necklace do all the talking.
Completedworks Loop-the-Loop recycled gold vermeil, pearl and cubic zirconia earrings
If heart-shaped jewels aren't quite their vibe, look to fashion editor-favourite brand Completedworks for fashion-forward designs.
A fresh take on the classic friendship bracelet that serves as an everyday reminder of your love.
A sweet and personal addition to a classic Pandora charm bracelet.
Hey Harper's tiny heart necklaces come in a rainbow of cute shades, each with a different meaning. They'll never tarnish, are currently on sale and have the option of matching earrings, too. A no-brainer, really.
Pearls have had a modern update thanks to Mejuri, and these sleek drop earrings are truly timeless.
All the sparkle and excitement of a diamond, without the questionable origins or hefty price tag. What more could you want?
The dream gift for someone with Van Cleef taste but a high-street budget.
Permanent jewellery is the perfect present for the permanent person in your life. Why not get yourself a matching welded bracelet while you're at it, too?
Want to celebrate multiple people this V-Day? Design your own Maya Brenner necklace with as many special letters and symbols as you see fit.
This classic slim gold ring can be personalised with your chosen name and/or special date.
London-based jewellery designer Loveness Lee's recycled silver heart pendant makes a truly unique Valentine's Day gift.
Clementina Jackson is Acting Site Fashion Editor at ELLE UK, working across news and features, trends, e-commerce and SEO. She was previously Fashion Editor at Cosmopolitan and Women’s Health, and Acting Digital Fashion Editor at ELLE UK, where she was named as a PPA 30 Under 30 award winner for her work on size inclusivity. An experienced fashion, travel and luxury lifestyle journalist, Clementina has also written for Harper’s Bazaar, Vanity Fair, Condé Nast Traveller, Tatler, Red and Italy Segreta.
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