All little girls have fond memories of watching their moms, grandmas, or aunts get dressed up. She’d spend long hours in front of her mirror picking out clothes and getting her makeup just right. But the most magical part came when she would walk over to her jewelry box to find the perfect pieces of jewelry to wear.
Little girls’ first jewelry boxes are usually filled with fake necklaces and clip-on earrings so they can play dress-up to look “just like Mom.” But it’s truly a special day in a little girl’s life when she is gifted her first piece of “real jewelry.”
A special, long-lasting gift
Surprising your little princess with her first real jewelry is a perfect way to celebrate your little one, whether it’s a birthday, special holiday, or momentous life event. And parents and jewelers alike recommend a pair of earrings for a girl’s first jewelry. Why? A charming pair of gold earrings is versatile, timeless, and suitable for all ages, whether your little lady is an infant, toddler, pre-teen, or older.
Safety is key when choosing jewelry
When choosing any gift for children, safety is a top priority. This is true for jewelry as well. Earrings are the perfect choice for an infant or toddler because earrings pose less of a choking hazard than necklaces and bracelets. Gold stud earrings with secure clasps are a better choice than dangle earrings for younger children. A set of studs keeps the child from yanking off her earrings and potentially hurting herself or losing her jewelry. Once a child gets older, they can start sporting dangle earrings, necklaces, and bracelets without needing so much supervision.
Every style to match your little lady
Girls start to show off their personality and style at a young age. This is why earrings are so perfect. Earrings come in all shapes, sizes, and styles, so you can always find a perfect match for your child. For example, if your little one is always playing outside, get her a set of flower or clover earrings. You can also go for emerald and sapphire earrings that will have her dreaming of a grassy countryside or the deep blue sea. Young animal lovers will fawn over precious gold butterfly, bird, or ladybug earrings with diamonds or a charming gold bird necklace.
If your little one is a princess-going-on-queen, opt for bow-shaped diamond earrings. For the young Hepburn-to-be, gift her with classic heart or drop-shaped earrings. A classic pair of diamond earrings in white or yellow gold is a timelessly stylish choice as well! And to complete the set, add a matching bracelet and necklace for your little one to wear on special occasions.
Childhood is also the time when little girls start paying attention to fashion. For trendsetters of any age, you can’t go wrong with a set of minimalist triangle studs in white, yellow, or fashion-forward rose gold. A pair of timeless, handcrafted gold earrings will ensure that your little lady’s unique style will never go out of style.
Earrings in all the colors of the rainbow
Earrings are also a perfect choice for children because they come in all different colors. Children’s jewelry that features the icy hues of topaz or the rich blues of sapphire is perfect for blue-eyed misses. A pair of pink tourmaline dangle earrings will be beautiful next to the rosy cheeks of your little flower. Or adorn your little ray of sunshine with stunning, yellow citrine jewelry.
Of course, the most traditional, timeless jewelry is a set of diamond earrings. Diamonds look great in all colors of gold, whether sleek white gold, classic yellow gold, or warm rose gold. Diamonds are versatile and will look great paired with any piece from our collections of children’s necklaces and bracelets. You can’t go wrong either way. After all, diamonds are a girl’s best friend, whether you’re six, sixteen, or sixty!
Classic options for older children
Some parents opt to wait a little longer to give their child their first set of real jewelry. A classic pair of gold diamond earrings will be especially cherished by a teenager on a special occasion, like their thirteenth, sixteenth, or eighteenth birthday.
Minimalist gold earrings are a great way to celebrate a special occasion or holiday for older kids that are more fashion-forward than younger children. Pick out a matching gold bracelet and necklace, too, to make it feel like a one-of-a-kind present for your young lady. Staying true to your pre-teen or teen’s sense of style will make their jewelry just that much more special.
A timeless accessory and a meaningful keepsake
Children’s jewelry often holds a special meaning in our hearts. We carry precious memories with us of when we got the jewelry, who gave it to us, and why. A timeless gift, like gold diamond earrings or a diamond bracelet or necklace, is something that will be passed down from generation to generation to remind each child of just how much they are loved.