1.Make sure it's made of something valuable

No matter how beautiful something may be if it's considered fake it maybe frowned upon. This doesn't mean it has to be solid gold and diamonds but you should avoid turning your special someone's neck green. If you want sparkles but cant afford diamonds use cubic zirconia and not glass(Don't pass it off as diamonds either).You will find that many precious stones can be purchased as lab grown for a fraction of the cost. For instance lab grown rubies are 100% real rubies and in many cases far superior in clarity and structure. Just make sure you ask what you are buying if you are in doubt. If you are going to buy something gold plated make sure its over silver as opposed to copper. Also to be considered when purchasing something plated is it's wear durability. A gold plated ring or bracelet is sure wear off over time whereas a gold plated pendant will last a very long time.

2.Meaning can compensate for expense

Always try to encapsulate the occasion and the gift. Something no matter how small that is personalized can become a priceless treasure. For example a gentleman contacted us about making a custom charm for a bracelet. The piece he wanted was about the size of a dime cut in half. He sent us a logo of a hotel where they first met. We took the logo and engraved into silver. While it was a simple and very inexpensive charm it's emotional value was priceless. We are sure it was greatly valued because shortly after she ordered a matching one for him on the sneak as a surprise. When in doubt just think why you are buying the gift and engrave the reason.

4.Make sure of size.

This can be one of the most confusing things when buying jewelry.We have a sheet you can print and cut out a ring sizer. It will take about 3 minutes to make and will eliminate the guessing game. You will have to find away however to use it.We have many customers that have used it while their special someone was sleeping. Most people take off their jewelry when going in shower or cleaning for example. On these occasions necklace length can be determined quickly by measuring length with a ruler or tape measure. Just be prepared for the moment and you should be able to get measurements without arousing suspicions.

5.Ask mutual friends

This can be an invaluable resource in getting the right gift. Without a doubt his/her friends will have an educated opinion about what they will like. The only issue here is to make sure they aren't the type to spoil the surprise.

6.What's their style?

Take a look at what they already own. Is he a gold person or silver person? Do they like handmade or refined beauty? Does she like small and delicate or big and bold. Does she wear things with lots of detail or very clean and simple. Does she like precious stones and if so what color? If you write down the answer to each of these questions you will have a roadmap to the perfect gift. What if he doesn't wear jewelry? The answer to this is simple "Make sure it has a special meaning".

7.Allergies

While it is rare some people can be allergic to even Sterling silver. While in fact its not the silver they are allergic to but the copper in the Sterling Silver that gives them a bad reaction. Fine silver and AG silver is the better choice in these cases. They also resist tarnishing better

8.Give yourself time

This is probably the most important for choosing the right gift. Since you are reading this you are already on the right track. If you go step by step and answer all the questions in this article you probably have all the necessary information for purchasing the perfect gift.