I Got It FOR My Mama
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12 ways to make it a tear-jerker Mother’s Day
In the spirit of moms who plan ahead, it’s time to think about the perfect gift for Mother’s Day next month. Flowers and cards are a given, but what’s really wonderful comes in a tiny box. Give her a personal piece with her name—or yours—or a nickname or initial. Keep it sophisticated (so she can wear it every day) with sleek gold or diamond accents. You can make it extra special with an engraved note or the magical words: “I Love You.”
Since these made-to-order items take 2-4 weeks to produce, place your personalized orders now so she can open them in time for her special day. But she won’t mind if your gift is a little late because, well, she’s Mom.
Bubble
Stephanie Gottlieb started her fine jewelry and bridal concierge in 2013. She has since expanded and also curates collections of jewelry with other designers in addition to her own designs. One collaboration is SG x Noush Jewelry which offers personalized pieces including this stand-out nameplate necklace.
SG x Noush Jewelry large “Bubble” name with pave necklace, starting at $1,750 at Stephanie Gottlieb
Mood
Nouvel Heritage founder Camille Parruitt’s handcrafted jewelry is a perfect meld of modern and classic. This simple bangle represents both with classic gold and a diamond-accented initial.
Yellow gold initial “Mood” bangle, $3,100 at Nouvel Heritage
*this item is sold out.
Smallest Love Letter
Catbird carries designs with a love of tiny diamonds, mini-pearls, and delicate chains. Some of their best-sellers are personalized items, like this sweet letter charm that can be personalized with words and numbers.
14k yellow gold “Smallest Love Letter” charm, $138 at Catbird NYC
Secret Diamond
Ever since he launched women’s fine jewelry in 2014, jewelry-lovers and fashion editors can’t get enough of Matthew Harris’s designs at Mateo. His secret diamond rings are favorites that hold the initial to anyone special’s name.
14k gold grand diamond frame crystal quartz “Secret Diamond Initial” ring, $2,500 at Mateo New York
Bar
Sally and Tara started Salt Fine Jewelry after realizing their shared love of jewelry could be a promising made-to-order brand. Personalized jewels are a big part of their business, and this bar pendant makes a lovely everyday charm worn alone or layered with Mom’s favorite necklaces.
Salt Fine Jewelry 14k yellow gold personalized bar with pave diamonds, $2,220 at Petite G
Initial
Founders of Rainbow K Jewelry, Kelly and Kelia combine their skills and passion for fine gems and antique jewelry to form pieces with a modern Art Deco aesthetic. Their diamond initial jewelry stands out with its cool gothic style covered in diamonds.
18k yellow gold and diamond initial earring, $1,275 at Rainbow K Jewelry
Alphabet
A family-run business, Padis Jewelry’s California showrooms boast responsibly sourced loose diamonds, engagement rings, and fine jewelry. This initial pendant is a minimal design for the mom who likes to keep luxury simple.
14k yellow gold necklace, $150 at Padis Jewelry
*This item is sold out.
Cuban Link
Established by three sisters, Alev Jewelry’s collection is a mash-up of trendy charms, studs, chains, and personalized jewels. Mix it up with this chunky chain bracelet with mama’s initial.
14k rose gold and pave diamonds initial “Cuban Link” bracelet, $1,900 at Alev Jewelry
Mini Heart
Columbian-born and Miami-raised Kelly Bello’s industrial design education is apparent in her modern designs. Personalized items like this top-selling ring can be engraved on both sides, and it comes in yellow, rose, and white gold.
14k yellow gold “Mini Heart” chain ring, $150 at Kelly Bello Design
Diamond Tablet
Walters Faith designer Mollie Faith Good and her business partner Stephanie have an abundance of experience in gemology education. They meld bold and fine sensibilities to create simple settings with unexpected details, like this diamond dog-tag necklace that can be engraved on the back.
Dora 18k gold all diamond tablet charm, $2,550 at Walters Faith
Tiny Letters
Eden Presley’s Gwen Myers has a knack for creating beautiful jewelry all kinds of women are drawn to. She uses precious materials and semi-precious stones in her cheerful designs, including her Manta collection consisting of customizable pieces like these precious rings.
14k yellow gold and diamond “Tiny Letters” ring, starting at $375 at Eden Presley
Graffiti
Once upon a time, Nicole Mann Novick turned her wedding crest into a sentimental necklace. Friends noticed, requested their own, and the Garland Collection was born. There are many personalizing options, but this graffiti style represents all the cool mommas out there.
14k yellow gold “Graffiti” charm, starting at $600 at Garland Collection
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