These Spectacular Jewelry Trends Are Perfect for Mother's Day

Photo credit: Hearst Owned
Photo credit: Hearst Owned

While there’s no way to fully repay Mom for her lifelong devotion, Mother’s Day is a prime opportunity to show her exactly how much she matters. And, fine jewelry—with its longevity and sentimental meaning—is the perfect gift for expressing exactly how precious she is to you, as well as being a wearable reminder of your appreciation, even when you can’t be together. Keep reading to learn about fabulous gifts your mom will treasure forever.

If there’s a jewelry equivalent to the little black dress, it’s the classic pearl. Effortless, elegant, and always on point, pearls go anywhere and with anything. If your mom doesn’t yet own a strand, consider giving her one featuring baroque pearls in a warm, neutral palette—it’s a fresh take on this jewelry-box essential. When it comes to pearl earrings, studs may be the default style, which is exactly why you should go for something completely different, like a long, flirty pair that swings to and fro. If a statement ring is more Mom’s style, then choose an oversized pearl solitaire in a simple setting.


Want to go with an unquestionably timeless gift? Then opt for link jewelry, which dates back to 2600 BC and symbolizes eternal love and connection. While a weighty chain of hammered gold may take its cues from ancient jewelry, it still feels just as relevant and stylish today. An understated ring composed of interconnected links offers the ultimate in versatility, as it can be worn stacked on a single finger or across several for an edgier alternative. Or give your mom a slim watch with a curvaceous link bracelet to show time is always on her side.

For the mom who already has everything—the faultless pearls, the stunning diamonds—it’s time to give her something she doesn’t even know she wants yet: colorful, lustrous ceramic. A relatively new material to the world of fine jewelry, it delivers a dose of lacquered brilliance that’s impossible to resist. It’s also highly durable and scratch resistant, which is a good thing, since she’ll want to wear these dazzling pieces all of the time.

Diamonds have been objects of obsession for centuries and for good reason: They signify beauty, glamour, and unconquerable love. Now the most imaginative jewelers are creating new diamond designs that defy tradition and showcase the stone in a whole new light. Fancy shapes, clusters, and mixed media give the mainstay diamond a fresh, youthful spin. Bangles with modern features, such as diamonds that glide back and forth with movement, maximize shine and exemplify ingenuity.

For the bohemian mom who eschews convention, look for pieces with a carefree sophistication. Colorful beads and stones are casual enough for day and add an elegant accent at night. A strand of multicolored heishi beads might resemble a memento brought home from a sun-soaked holiday, while a caviar-beaded bracelet is reminiscent of an azure sea. And no one is immune to the appeal of simple gold hoop earrings with interchangeable charms, which gives Mom the opportunity to instantly change up her look.

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