Whether you’re breaking out the celebratory champagne, unfurling the tinsel to decorate your home, or getting dressed for a party in metallic shades, there’s no time of year that embodies everything glitz and sparkle like the holiday season.
If you’re still stumped for meaningful gift ideas for your loved ones, you need only look at the glittering festive atmosphere around you for inspiration. Not only are jewellery, timepieces, and other shimmery accessories bound to earn you some appreciative oohs and aahs, they’re timeless tokens that show how much a person means to you.
To get into the spirit of the festivities, here’s a list of some dazzling pieces that are sure to impress.
Piaget Limelight Gala Watch
This 32 mm Limelight Gala luxury watch in white gold features deep blue aventurine glass that creates the effect of a starry night sky, encircled by brilliant-cut diamonds. W piaget.com
Bvlgari Serpenti Viper Bracelet
A two-coil bracelet in 18kt rose gold with pavé diamonds. This piece from the Serpenti collection features a cutting-edge, geometric design representing a modern take on Bvlgari’s seductive, mythical snake icon. W bulgari.com
Tiffany & Co. Tiffany Victoria™ Vine Ring in Platinum
Inspired by the beauty of flowers and vines in nature, this ring showcases a round aquamarine at its centre cradled by an organic vine motif of marquise diamonds. W tiffany.com
IWC Schaffhausen Pilot’s Watch Chronograph Edition “AMG”
The latest creation from the longstanding partnership between IWC and Mercedes-AMG, this piece’s case, crown and pushers are made from Grade 5 titanium, while its dial features a racing chassis-inspired black carbon fibre. W iwc.com
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra earrings, 2 motifs
Taking the shape of clover leaves, these guilloché rose gold and carnelian earrings harmoniously unite Alhambra motifs of different sizes and materials. W vancleefarpels.com
Swarovski Winter Sparkle Ornament
This tree ornament shaped like a snowflake makes a striking addition to any festive set up, with leaves crafted from crystal in gold tone hues and an elegant clear crystal centre. W swarovski.com
OMEGA Speedmaster Chronoscope Co-Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph
This 43mm model finds its design inspiration from OMEGA’s chronograph watches of the 40s, and is crafted in bronze gold, with an oxidised bronze dial that showcases a special patina and an opaline finish. W omegawatches.com
Chopard Alpine Eagle Cufflinks
These sleek minimalist cufflinks in silver-toned metal feature a textured grey face that calls to mind the iris of an eagle, representing a sense of nobility and strength of character. W chopard.com
Halcyon Days Maya Torque Ivory and Gold Bangle
This bold and elegant bangle is made from brass, plated with 18 carat gold and twisted into a curved silhouette, while each of its ends feature an ivory enamel finish. W halcyondays.co.uk
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Duoface Small Seconds
A limited edition timepiece that embodies the Duoface concept with two time zones on opposing dials. Its Cordovan leather strap is hand-crafted by renowned Argentine boot maker, Casa Fagliano. W jaeger-lecoultre.com
Gucci Floral Brooch with Gucci Script
Evoking a sense of romanticism and elegance of bygone days, this brooch is shaped like a sprig of flowers, complete with a sparkling crystal Gucci script. W gucci.com
Cartier Panthère de Cartier bracelet
Representing the timeless House icon, the fierce feline symbol features in this 18K yellow gold bracelet that's adorned with onyx, emeralds and brilliant-cut diamonds. W cartier.com
Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe
This water-resistant piece features a case made from satin-finished grade 23 titanium and an anthracite dial with a vertical satin finish for a contemporary matte look. W blancpain.com
Bvlgari Allegra Collection
The Bvlgari Allegra collection offers a selection of eaux de parfum in gem-like bottles, which then can be paired with a magnifying essence for a personalised signature scent. W bulgari.com
Montblanc Great Characters Enzo Ferrari Special Edition Fountain Pen F
Released in tribute to Enzo Ferrari, this fountain pen is made from red precious resin, and features the Ferrari prancing horse emblem on the back of the cap, along with other references to the racing driver and entrepreneur. W montblanc.com
Versace Medusa Gold Snow Globe
This sophisticated snow globe features a three-dimensional Medusa within a snow-effect glass sphere. Its gold-toned base is crafted from porcelain and bears the motif of the same mythical woman, framed in a Barocco border. W versace.com
Patek Philippe Grand Complications Minute Repeater
This self-winding Grand Complication with minute repeater and retrograde perpetual calendar features an ingenious calendar display system with sapphire disks, highlighted by its 80 baguette-cut diamonds. W thehourglass.com
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