Ask Dr. Diamond - What to Buy for a Woman
Hello, Gentleman Readers! This is Dr. Diamond here, your friendly neighborhood jewelry gift expert. As an experienced personal shopper with a specialization in fine jewelry, I get a lot of male clients asking for advice on appropriate jewelry gifts for the females in their lives. Let’s face it, boys - you have questions, and I have answers!
The type of gift you give can communicate a lot to the receiver, especially if that gift is jewelry and the receiver is a woman. Whether you are trying to figure out what kind of present says “I Like You” vs “I Love You”, which earrings are most Mom-appropriate, what to look for in the perfect diamond, or how to get a nice gift for a friend without dishing out a lot of dough - I can help you!
Go ahead and Ask Dr. Diamond all of your gift-giving questions. It’s as easy as leaving a comment below:
Hi,
I have a girlfriend and we have been dating for a month. I want to get her something nice, but not too nice cause it’s not so serious and I don’t want her getting the wrong idea. But I do like her a lot, so something small but also nice. And under $100 if its possible. Thanks.
Raymond,
First off - do NOT buy her a ring of any kind, no matter what. In the mind of a woman, rings = marriage, so unless it’s one of those delicious jelly-fruit rings with the sugar on it (mmmmm… but I digress) it is a terrible idea to get your lady a ring after only one month.
That said, here are some great gift ideas for the one-month mark in a relationship:
Earrings are always very nice - they are a one-size-fits-all gift and they come in lots of colors, shapes and styles. Depending on her personal style, your girlfriend might want something classic like a petite pair of studs with her birthstone, or something trendy like large gold hoops.
Pendants are a fantastic gift as well, and can be worn by anyone. With a plethora of gemstones, metals, sizes and styles to choose from, you can find something unique for your Lady Love that will show her how much you’ve come to know her. I would caution against a Journey or 3-Stone (past, present & future) pendant, as these are more appropriate for long-term partners and might send the wrong message.
Lastly, keep in mind that you don’t have to spend a lot to show her that you care a lot. Stones like Blue Topaz, Pearl and Amethyst will get you more bang for your buck, as you can get a very large carat weight for a totally affordable price. Sterling Silver is also a great alternative to white gold and a lot of trendy designers, like Bentelli, are crafting stunning, romantic, elegant jewelry that combines sterling silver with diamonds and gemstones.
At the end of the day, Raymond, if you put a lot of thought into the gift and really try to find a piece that compliments your girlfriend’s personal style, you won’t go wrong.