| Every gift sends a message. While there is a lot of | | | | Each charm is meant to represent an important time |
| pressure to buy a gift that "says it all," you may want | | | | or event in her life and a piece of jewelry you can add |
| to consider this: you're an utterly clueless husband | | | | to for years to come. Make sure to choose special |
| when it comes to buying your wife the perfect gift. | | | | charms that hold meaning to both of you. |
| You can't go wrong buying your wife jewelry, so here | | | | Personalized Jewelry |
| is a gift guide to help you save some cash and win her | | | | The good news is any jewelry can be personalized |
| heart. | | | | these days, but choosing a meaningful message can |
| Before you even start shopping, figure out your price | | | | be tough. Choose a few words of love, a shared |
| range. Your wife would much rather have you buy | | | | secret or customize with your names. Personalized |
| something that won't break the bank. Chances are | | | | jewelry is meant to serve as a reminder of your love |
| that if you can afford an extravagant gift, you should | | | | each time she looks at her gift. |
| go for it. Gifts are important to your wife-not just the | | | | Handcrafted Jewelry |
| cost, but the thought you put into it. To save money | | | | If you are actually savvy at buying your wife jewelry |
| where you can, it's helpful to check out online auctions | | | | but want to purchase something unique or discover |
| and the sale of surplus merchandise. | | | | new ideas, you may want to look into handcrafted |
| Necklaces | | | | jewelry. While handcrafted jewelry provides you with |
| When choosing a necklace for your wife, consider if | | | | many different options, beware if you are not |
| she'd prefer the flash of diamonds or the timelessness | | | | prepared to spend a lot of time shopping. |
| of pearls. Take note of any necklaces she wears now | | | | Pins and Brooches |
| for length and type. If you are at a loss for gemstone | | | | Brooches and pins are unique jewelry items that |
| type, even after diligent research, the birthstone chart | | | | women can truly appreciate. Pins and brooches come |
| may help: | | | | in different colors and are made from various |
| January: Garnet | | | | materials, intricately shaped to her liking. Popular pins |
| February: Amethyst | | | | and brooch ideas are butterflies, birds, flowers and |
| March: Aquamarine | | | | frogs, but you might want to choose her favorite |
| April: Diamond | | | | animal or flower. |
| May: Emerald | | | | Jewelry and Keepsake Boxes |
| June: Pearl | | | | A perfect accompaniment to the pieces of jewelry |
| July: Ruby | | | | you buy, jewelry and keepsake boxes come in many |
| August: Peridot | | | | shapes and sizes. The wooden box is often a popular |
| September: Sapphire | | | | choice, especially those that are intricately carved or |
| October: Tourmaline and Opal | | | | ornately painted. Don't be afraid to consider a top |
| November: Topaz and Citrine | | | | notch jewelry box that can become a family heirloom |
| December: Tanzanite, Zircon, and Turquoise | | | | she can pass on through generations. Keep some |
| Earrings | | | | symbolic details in mind when purchasing a jewelry |
| While certainly a perfect accompaniment to a | | | | box. A porcelain or ceramic box is most appropriate |
| necklace, you can also buy her earrings alone. Again, | | | | for the 2nd and 20th anniversaries, while wood is for |
| take note of any events or occasions in which she is | | | | the 5th and 6th anniversaries and glass is for the 3rd |
| dressed up, and whether or not she wears earrings. If | | | | anniversary. |
| she does wear earrings, check to see if she wears | | | | Also consider what kind of jewelry your wife would |
| more hoops or studs. | | | | like: does she wear silver or gold? Does she prefer |
| Rings | | | | necklaces, earrings, rings, or bracelets? What is her |
| While you can purchase a ring to accompany a | | | | favorite color? Just knowing her favorite color may |
| necklace and earring set, make sure purchasing a ring | | | | help you in picking her favorite gem. Don't be afraid to |
| is a good idea. After all, as her husband, you've already | | | | do your homework or ask her friends and family for |
| slipped the two most important rings of her life on her | | | | gift ideas. Of course, her style and personality are |
| finger. However, if she often wears many other rings, | | | | important aspects to consider as well. |
| again take note of the type, size and gemstone. Also, | | | | Few items can express your love and devotion like a |
| make sure you remember her ring size! | | | | special piece of jewelry. Buying jewelry as a gift for |
| Bracelet | | | | your wife can be one of the most romantic gestures |
| The diamond tennis bracelet is a classic, timeless gift, | | | | you can make and an easy way to create a memory |
| but you can also buy a simple gold or silver band. | | | | that she'll cherish forever. |
| Another popular bracelet option is the charm bracelet. | | | | |