Why choose a piece of jewellery to gift?
Jewellery has been a cherished gift across many ancient civilisations, each using it to symbolise love, status, and spiritual beliefs. Ancient Egyptians gifted jewellery to honour the Gods, symbolise wealth and celebrate relationships and for protection.
Jewellery has always been a great gift idea, to celebrate milestone's from birthdays, anniversaries, wedding gifts , wedding favours to name a few occasions. Jewellery, when chosen thoughtfully can be loaded with emotion and meaning for the person gifting and even more for the receiver.
Sohavi, described as jewellery with soul includes pendants and bracelets with meaningful stories, spiritual beliefs inspired by heritage influences. Our designs are timeless and versatile, never go out of style and can be worn for years making them a long lasting and meaningful gift. Their versatility of design allows our products to suit any occasion or outfit from casual to formal. It can be personalised with engraving or use birth stones which can give it sentimental value to the wearer.
Most importantly jewellery is a symbol of love and affection, whether it is a ring, necklace , bracelet or earrings it can express feelings that words sometimes cannot. We can celebrate milestones to mark special occasions by gifting jewellery which can often serve as a lasting reminder of the occasion. Wearing jewellery can make the recipient feel more confident and enhance their personal style. And when jewellery is passed down through generations it adds a layer of legacy to the gift, which is treasured by loved ones and your story lives on long after. Ancient civilisations valued jewellery as more than adornment or decoration it was a way to connect with loved ones, the divine and their heritage. Similarly even in modern day, every piece in the Sohavi collection is imbued with the same values.
Choosing the perfect piece of jewellery as a gift requires thought and consideration. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you find the ideal piece:
- Know Their Style
- Observe what jewellery they already wear. Do they prefer gold, silver, or mixed metals?
- Are they into minimalist pieces, bold statement jewellery, or something vintage?
- Consider their lifestyle—do they prefer practical items they can wear daily or something special for occasions?
- Consider the Occasion
- Birthdays: Birthstone jewellery adds a personal touch.
- Anniversaries: Classic pieces like eternity bands or engraved pendants are meaningful.
- Milestones: Opt for luxurious or unique designs to commemorate special achievements.
- Think About Personalisation
- Engraving a name, date, or special message can make the gift extra special.
- Custom designs or pieces with initials, zodiac signs, or meaningful symbols add a personal touch, you can always get in touch to request engraving or request a bespoke design.
- Size Matters
- If choosing rings, ensure you know their size. Sneak a look at their current jewellery or ask a close friend/family member.
- For bracelets and necklaces, our Sohavi pendants & bracelets with adjustable chain length can be a safe option.
- Choose Quality Over Quantity
- Focus on materials like gold, sterling silver, Sterling silver with gold vermeil or platinum for durability. Sohavi jewellery is high quality Gold Vermeil with anti tarnish finish for longevity, we can also cast most designs in a metal of your choice, 14, 18 or 22 carat or sterling silver.
- Ensure gemstones are authentic and jewellery is hallmarked. if you’re considering diamonds or other stones request certification.
- Set a Budget
- Decide how much you want to spend and explore within that range. Beautiful jewellery doesn’t always have to be expensive our products are affordable luxury
- Add a Meaningful Element
- Think about the recipient’s interests. For example:
- Spiritual beliefs? What is their faith we have a variety of delicate faith symbols.
- Nature lover? Choose floral or nature-inspired designs.
- Sentimental? Select a locket or charm bracelet.
- Packaging Matters
- A beautifully packaged piece enhances the gifting experience. Sohavi jewellery has a beautiful gift box that compliments our jewellery, wrapped with a presentation ribbon.
- Consider Professional Help
- If you have an idea and would like to consult together with our designer Nicci Dhamu we can browse ideas, design something bespoke if you know the recipient’s taste to ensure you make the right choice.
By aligning your choice with their personality, preferences, and the occasion, you’ll find a piece of jewellery that they’ll treasure forever and even hand down as an heirloom telling your very own special story for generations to come.
If you’d like, we can help with specific suggestions based on more details about the recipient reach out to us on Sales@sohavi.com