MTJ Gift Guide: Kids Incorporated

Nov 15

Every season is jewelry gift-giving season. When in doubt, go small, sparkly, and sentimental. Find holiday and milestone gift-giving ideas with our MTJ gift guides. And go ahead, treat yourself once in a while just because.

Rhinestones. Unicorns. Lollipops. Heart flutters.

Ask anyone who the best people to buy gifts for are, and the most popular answer is often kids. They’re the ones that don’t take things too seriously, love anything with color and sparkles, and just want to have fun. Sigh, the best. Whether you decide to spend big like Cardi B or spend little for the littles, take your pick from these playful gifts guaranteed to bring smiles to everyone in the room.

**Emerald Ball**

Former Accessories Director of *Elle* magazine Maria Duenas Jacobs started Super Smalls in 2019 taking inspiration from fine jewelry and recreating similar pieces in a kaleidoscope of children’s styles. The result is a growing collection of super sparkly accessories ready to be piled high for playtime.
“Emerald Ball” Mega Set, $45 at Super Smalls

**Unicorn Ring**

Michigan-based Sundance Jewelers was founded in 1973 by Elizabeth and William Yonkus Sr., who specialize in custom, diamonds, and gemstones. Among their collection are whimsical pieces for the younger set, like this fantastical unicorn ring.
14k yellow gold youth “Unicorn” ring, $334.19 at Sundance Jewelers

**Bracelet Set**

Women-owned accessories brand Oiya feeds a child daily with every purchase made with ShareTheMeal, a United Nations World Food Programme. Color, charms, social-good, this charming bracelet set is the gift that keeps on giving.
Oiya gold charm bracelet set, $85 at Maisonette

**Lollipop Stud**

Designer Alison Chemla of Alison Lou knows how to make her fans smile with her brightly-hued enamel pieces. This single lollipop earring is a perfect example, as it can elevate a four-year-old or a 40-year-old’s wardrobe to another level of cheeky.
Alison Lou 14k yellow gold and enamel “Lollipop” single stud earring, $305 at Reinhold Jewelers

**Origami Cat**

If you’ve driven through Philadelphia in recent years, you’ve probably seen the billboards saying, “I Hate Steven Singer.” Those signs proclaim a tongue-in-cheek husband’s hatred and a wife’s love for the owner of Steven Singer Jewelers. There are plenty of options beyond “the ring” at this East Coast jeweler’s hub, like this charismatic Origami Cat pendant.
Platted sterling silver and diamond “Origami Cat” necklace, $98 at Steven Singer Jewelers

**Stripybow**

Since 1987, Flik Flak, Swatch's younger brand, has aimed to teach kids how to tell time (the old-fashioned way) with lively watch styles. This gender-neutral, rainbow-colored watch is our pick for your kiddos first watch. Bonus: personalization.
“Stripybow” watch, $40 at Flik Flak

**Happy Bracelet**

Kris Nations is a sister-owned company in Half Moon Bay, CA, with a bohemian/modern mix—all with a playful aesthetic. Think mother-daughter matching moments. Think happy youngster.
Freshwater pearl and mixed gemstone “Happy” bracelet*, $58 at Kris Nations
*This item is sold out

**Les Petites**

Siblings Paola and Humbert created PDPAOLA in 2014 after following their passion for design while honoring women by creating collections that are "style-conscious, independent, and unapologetically herself." That includes a kids' collection with the same philosophy, plus more free-spiritedness.
Gold plated sterling silver and crystal “Les Petites” necklace, $135 at PDPAOLA

Editor: Samantha Durbin
Market Editor: Johannah Masters

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