MTJ Staff Picks: Mother’s Day Gifts
As experts (and fans) in the jewelry industry, we’ve witnessed the rise, fall, and rise again of trends, buzzy designers, and the price of gold. But one thing stays consistent: we know a good thing when we see it. Here’s what we’ve got our eyes on this month.
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There’s no more enduring love than the love of a mother—no matter who the mother figure in your life is—so why not treat her to something special that celebrates that everlasting bond. Our suggestion? Jewelry, of course. Made to last eternally, each design is as full of symbolism as unique as her personal style (birthstones and initials are popular picks that echo the sentiment of motherhood, but certainly not required if that’s not her vibe).
Not sure where to start? We’ve got you. Here are the pieces MTJ’s staff are eyeing for our own moms this Mother’s Day.
Samantha Durbin – MTJ Advisor
"My mom became a grandmother to a granddaughter in January (and I became an auntie!). This single garnet charm—January’s birthstone—celebrates all of that cross-generational love. I'd also add a sapphire charm to represent her grandson (my son, born in September). I love that they can be added to any gold chain and charms she already has."
Zoë Chicco “January Birthstone” charm in 14k yellow gold with garnet, $110; and “September Birthstone” charm in 14k yellow gold with sapphire, $220 at Zoë Chicco 14k single garnet charm, $110 and 14k single blue sapphire charm, $220 both at Zoë Chicco
Johannah Masters – Market Editor
“I don’t know what it is about us Southerners, but we do love a classic sentimental piece of jewelry, and my Texan mom is no exception. For Christmas, I gave her a sterling silver Monica Rich Kosann half locket with my son’s picture, and this bracelet with his initial creates a nice sentimental set. She can easily add more charms, like my niece’s initial, to cherish in the future.
Lagos “Signature Caviar” bracelet in sterling silver, $295; and initial charm in sterling silver and 18k gold, $350 at Lagos
Sara Mertz – Marketing Coordinator
"Birthstones will always hold a special place in my heart. Some of my fondest fine-jewelry memories are shopping for the perfect emerald ring (my birthstone) with my mom. This Scosha ring combines my birthstone and my brother’s into one gorgeous piece. (Bonus? We joke that her dog, Zoe, is her ‘third child’—I love how the three diamonds set in this ring symbolize that!)."
Scosha “Blue Night Market” signet ring in 10k gold with emerald, sapphires and diamonds, $875 at Scosha
Maryann LoRusso – Writer
“I love this ‘MAMA’ ring from Sarah Chloe—it’s simultaneously edgy and sophisticated. As a parent of two great kids, I appreciate Mother’s Day gifts that express a woman’s personality aside from her role as a parent. This piece epitomizes the idea that moms can be just as fun, fashionable, and cool as they are nurturing and devoted to their children. I think any mother would look badass rocking this ring.”
Sarah Chloe “Riava Diamond MAMA” ring in 14k yellow gold with diamonds, $900 at Sarah Chloe
Jason Reuben – Founder
“Nothing can ever truly be good enough for the woman who raised you, but these stunning earrings come close as an expression of the depth of that emotion. They remind me of the ocean, symbolizing a mother’s strength, power, eminence, and everlasting love.”
A & Furst “Dynamite” stud earrings in 18k white gold with blue topaz and sapphires, $2,740 at Zadok Jewelers
Ali Frugé – Director of Marketing
“My mom is the most wonderfully eccentric person I know—and her style reflects that. She would fall head over heels in love with this Anthony Lent ring from Esqueleto. It’d be a happy reminder of her favorite movie and theme park attraction (Pirates of the Caribbean, in case you couldn’t tell).”
Anthony Lent skull ring in oxidized silver, $490 at Esqueleto
Sam Van deWalle – Editorial Assistant
“My mom is an elementary school teacher, so practical, comfortable jewelry is essential for her. I love that these hoops are classic but more unique than your basic hoop earring. She could easily wear these in the classroom or for more dressy occasions.”
Melissa Kaye “Aria” earrings in 18k white gold with diamonds, $4,200 at Melissa Kaye
Managing Editor: Rebecca Daly
Market Editor: Johannah Masters
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