Many men wear more jewelry than you might think – a chain under their shirt, a ring, a bracelet next to their watch. That is why jewelry is a gift that lasts, when it suits him. Three questions will help you discover his taste.
1. What does he already wear?
Look at the metal he already wears: watch, belt buckle, glasses frame. Silver and dark, oxidized surfaces suit most men. Gold or gold-plated accents are ideal for men who like to stand out.
2. Subtle or striking?
- Subtle: a simple link chain, a fine band ring, or a small pendant.
- Striking: a bold Cuban chain, a signet ring, or a bracelet with a motif.
3. Which piece of jewelry is right?
Necklaces
A necklace is the perfect introduction to men's jewelry. It can be worn on its own or with a pendant and is barely noticeable under a shirt. Popular choices include the solid 925 sterling silver Cuban chain, the oxidized rope chain, or the twisted link chain. You can find all models in our men's necklaces.
Pendants with meaning
A pendant says something about the wearer: the anchor stands for stability and connection, the feather for freedom, and a cross, such as the Luther Rose cross pendant, for faith.
Rings
The signet ring is the classic choice among men's rings – such as the Fleur-de-Lis signet ring or the Black Sun signet ring. If he prefers something more unusual, choose the skull ring. You can read all about meaning and the right finger in our signet ring guide. If you do not know his size, our guide on how to determine ring size will help.
Bracelets
A bracelet pairs well with a watch. Choose from the Fleur-de-Lis link bracelet, the solid eagle motif cuff bracelet, and other models in our men's bracelets.
Earrings
If he has pierced ears, small hoop earrings or blackened stud earrings are a good choice, such as the clover hoop earrings or the square stud earrings.
How to recognize quality
- Material: 925 sterling silver is durable and retains its value. "Silver-colored," on the other hand, usually means it is only plated.
- Weight: Solid chains and rings feel noticeably heavier in the hand than hollow ones.
- Clasp: A sturdy lobster clasp or box clasp will withstand everyday wear.
You can learn how to recognize genuine silver in How to recognize quality silver jewelry.
Gifts for every occasion
- Birthday: a necklace or bracelet – always a good choice.
- Anniversary: a signet ring or a pendant with meaning.
- Christmas: a necklace and pendant combination.
- Not sure? With a gift voucher, he can choose for himself.
You can find the entire men's jewelry collection here. Ideas for women can be found under gift ideas for women.