Citizen Eco-Drive Men’s Watch

Men, being the adorably practical creatures that they are, often come up short when asked what they would like for their birthday. Or for Christmas. Or as a graduation gift. Or for just about any occasion you can think of! Men tend to simply buy things as they need them … meaning that when birthdays roll around, you’re going to need to think of something that will excite him and help him express himself on your own! Men’s jewellery is a fantastic idea … something that almost no man will ask for, but every one appreciates and wears to death . Today we check out some of the newer men’s jewellery pieces in store for a New Year, as well as some classics that are well suited to guys born in January.

Fossil Mens brown leather strap

Men’s wave pendant by Inori

Men’s unique cufflinks

Men’s spotted pendant and chain

Most men’s jewellery and men’s watches are fairly simple and unadorned … guys like it that way! The traditions of old still persist, at least to the extent that guys feel that they’re ‘doing themselves up’ just by putting anything jewellery-esque on. The Citizen watch at the beginning of the article is a fantastic, non-threatening men’s jewellery gift – perfect for guys who haven’t quite got their head around the concept of jewellery for males yet! It features splash resistance and Citizen’s famous Eco-Drive, the low charge solar system that means you never have to change a watch battery again. We picked it for Capricorn guys, born from the 1^st to the 20^th of January, because the rings design of the face echoes the symbolism of Saturn, the ruling planet for these guys.

In fact, the Fossil watch at right is another perfect example of a Saturn-style watch for Capricorn men … but with a completely different feel. It also incorporates their signature colour, brown, as well as a neat wooden inlay on the face, brown leather strap and styling that makes it very modern, a little adventurous, but still easy to wear either to the office or for casual outings.

The rest of the month of January, from the 21^st onwards, Aquarius is the zodiac sign that rules. These guys have water as their ruling element, and all of the gifts at right have a distinct water theme! The Inori wave pendant has been a favourite product since it joined our range several years ago, with its classical, rounded design, 3cm diameter that makes it masculine rather than delicate, and subtle texturing that is never showy. It ships for free, and this is a fantastic gift for boyfriends and husbands, with space on the back to engrave a personal message.

The unique men’s cufflinks at right are great for more adventurous guys – especially those that have to wear a suit for work day in and day out, and truly feel cooped up inside their boring black and white uniform. These cufflinks offer a way to add a little personality to the most boring outfits, with their strange yet fascinating combination of tough bolts holding down flowing ripples of water. They are a standard 2cm in length, and all stainless steel – so they’ll be looking good on his wrists for many years to come! They come with a very attractive price tag and free shipping – our little gift to you as the buyer, if your wallet has suffered over Christmas .

The spotted men’s pendant at right also has a neat water theme, as if bubbles were rising from the depths underneath the pendant and popping on its surface. Click through to the product and check out its unique construction – the gold tone you can see coming through the bubbles is from a pivoting layer of gold-toned stainless steel underneath the popped-bubble layer of natural coloured stainless steel. Neat! The chain is included with this pendant (a rare bonus), and it also ships for free across Australia – so what you see on the price tag is exactly what you’ll pay, no hidden extras.

These are just a couple of splashes from the now raging-river that is men’s jewellery design! There are literally hundreds more styles and ideas for men’s jewellery and men’s watches in store … keep browsing now, and if you need any help don’t hesitate to ‘ding’ our little shop bell by clicking the Live Help link at the right of screen in store.

Citizen Mens Eco drive watch

In the 80s it was three piece suits … but only for office workers. In the 90s it was hair gel. In the noughties, male grooming has truly exploded, with men’s moisturisers, laser hair removal, a massive range of men’s fashion clothing and male perfumes … but the growing tradition and trend that tops it all off is men’s jewellery. Jewellery is such a widely appropriate, easy and appreciated birthday gift, so it’s fantastic to know that there are just as many options for men’s birthdays as for women’s! Today we check out some handpicked pieces for December birthdays, from among the new and the traditional men’s jewellery on site.

New Hot Steel men’s cross pendant and necklace

Men’s extra heavy designer silver necklace by Hot Diamonds

Men’s cubic zirconia stainless steel bracelet

New Inori Stainless steel circle pendant

For guys that haven’t quite caught up to the noughties yet (still experimenting with hair gel!), there is no reason to miss out on the class and sophistication that men’s jewellery creates … simply choose a more practical jewellery piece, like the Citizen watch at the beginning of the article! The Citizen piece has managed to balance form and functionality gorgeously, utilising Citizen’s most famous piece of ‘invisible’ technology – Eco-Drive. The Eco-Drive solar cell technology in this watch allows for up to 6 months of uninterrupted running once fully charged, even if you leave it in a dark drawer. It also includes the basic functions life date reminder and chronograph … and for Citizen, they’ve shown a lot of restraint in their choice of additional functions!  We’d pick this beautifully rich and vibrant coloured watch for Capricorn guys (with a birthday on or after the 22^nd of December) – their signature colour is brown.

The Hot Steel jewellery brand is a newcomer to Gilletts … and their imposing black and rose tone colour combinations have been busy lighting a stylistic fire underneath the range ever since they arrived! This is a weekend pendant, sized to be noticed at around 3.5cm in length and with it’s high polish and pristine shine. We’d pick this one for a Capricorn guy who’s a little more adventurous and open to the idea of ‘real’ jewellery – while it doesn’t include the signature Capricorn colour as such, the overall blending of black and rose tone steel creates the same rich depth and distinctive brown overtones. The black cord necklace you see pictured is included with the pendant – between this little extra and Gilletts free worldwide shipping, this is a fantastic value men’s jewellery gift!

From the 1^st to the 21^st of December, Sagittarius rules through the planet of Jupiter – the largest and most imposing of all the gas giants and the largest in the solar system. So don’t get your Sagittarian guy something that fades into the shadows! This extra heavy Hot Diamonds jewellery sterling silver necklace is conspicuous and imposing without being gaudy at all … inn fact, it is one of the more elegant yet masculine pieces of men’s jewellery across the entire range. The necklace is 51cm long, and the bar attachment contains two genuine white diamonds … with the heavy-style links, this piece actually weighs around 100g! The whole necklace has been rhodium plated to prevent tarnishing, so this necklace will still be looking pristine and sparkling after many years.

If he’s not into necklaces, this heavy cubic zirconia bracelet at right is also perfect for Sagittarian guys … it’s not only a ‘heavy-style’ piece of jewellery for these Jupiter-ruled guys, but includes one of the alternative birthstones for December, cubic zirconia. The bracelet is sized at 21cm , although additional links can be added to make it more comfortable on larger wrists. This is a stainless steel rather than sterling silver piece, also, so no matter how many decades it is around for, it’ll still have the high shine and scratchless surface it will when it arrives.

Sagittarians are also symbolised by the archer … and in mythology and symbology, archers and hearts go together like birds and bees, beer and skittles … men and women! The cubic zirconia/stainless steel heart pendant at right is made by Inori jewellery, and is one of the long-anticipated new additions to this contemporary and actually quite sweet masculine range! If your man is one of those rare and treasured types that is comfortable following his heart (and admitting to it!), this pendant (and much of the Inori jewellery range) will be fantastic for him. The pendant is a neatly sized 2cm, suitable even for wearing underneath work shirts with a along enough chain! The chain pictured with the pendant is 50cm long, which gives enough leeway on most men to tuck the pendant in and keep it as your own little secret.

Men’s jewellery is now an integral part of guy’s grooming routines, and just as legitimate and beautiful way for you to tell him that you love him, as it is for him to tell you the same thing! There are plenty more men’s jewellery options to explore … keep browsing while you’re inspired. If you have any trouble finding something suitable for your particular brand of man, just click through to the Live Help link at the right of every screen in the shop area, and one of our assistants will be there to give you advice or walk you through finding and ordering a particular piece.

New Citizen Mens Eco-Drive Watch

We all do it … it’s human nature … and in fact, is to be expected! After we get married, we put less thought into our appearances – guys and girls do it equally. After all, you start to really recognise and internalise the concept that your parents tried so hard to drill into you … “True beauty is on the inside”. However, a little visual assistance can go a long way in helping you see your hubby as more than an opener of apple sauce jars and a warm body to snuggle at night! You can take yourself back to the romance and heat of the early days with some well-chosen and very sexy jewellery gift ideas for husbands – we start you off with some teasers today.

New Emporio Armani Mens black rubber strap watch

New Men’s stainless steel pendant and chain

New Zoppini stainless steel and carbon bracelet

Rochet MotoGP piston cuff links

Husbands that aren’t so keen on the idea of dressing up can still look fantastic – the new linen-banded moss green and black dial Citizen watch at the beginning of the article is a fabulous example! Practical husbands will love the Eco-Drive technology, because he’ll never have to change a battery again. Just get a little sun every 6 months or so, and if it stays in a drawer for a while, wind it to the right time when you take it out! It is water resistant to 100m (enough to swim … or do the dishes!), has a day and date function and hard mineral crystal glass. It also comes with a massive 5-year warranty, as all Citizen Eco-Drive watches do. We’d pick it for husbands born on or after the 24^th of October – these birthdates have black as their signature colour, according to tradition.

For men who are a little more technologically oriented, Armani watches’ new season designs hold some fantastic treasures! The black rubber strap watch with orange accents at right has taken all that professional, three-piece-suited Armani style, given it some rugged boots and told it to get out in the world this weekend! These watches are 50m water resistant, and will resist a fair bit of sweating as well as accidental splashing, but aren’t suitable for swimming (or dishwashing, sadly ). They come with a 2-year manufacturer’s warranty … and a virtual guarantee that they’ll be in style as long as the watch is mechanically sound.

The stainless steel pendant at right looks a little plain to the female eye – but to many male eyes, it has just the right level of decoration. “It’s got side panels! And a curve! It’s not plain at all!” . The best thing about this stainless steel pendant as a birthday gift for your husband is all the space for engraving – you can pop little messages on both the front and back, if you like. On side for you, one side for the kids, perhaps. The chain, which measures 60cm, is included with the pendant – so you won’t have to purchase anything else to make this wearable for him. We love this gift (and the one below) for Scorpio men, born after the 24^th of October – their signature metal is iron, which dominates in the stainless steel construction of the two gifts.

Zoppini jewellery is a modern Italian-style label – and that means a gorgeous blend of traditional lines and subtle yet quirky ideas in the design. The stainless steel and carbon fibre bracelet at right is a fabulous pick for husbands who aren’t afraid to try something a little different (or wives who aren’t afraid to put their foot down and push them out on that limb! After all, you never know until you try). Bracelets are certainly not the most usual jewellery item for guys, but this one has a minimalist, modern and very masculine look that makes it impossible to turn off a guy. The bracelet is 21cm long – if your husband has exceptionally large or small wrists, it may be possible to resize the bracelet.

In societies all over the world, work is increasingly moving from the outside to the indoors, and labouring jobs are being replaced with desk jobs. There are also more husbands that have to wear suits to work … and if your hubby is the sort that can’t wait to throw off the tie and chuck on the overalls when he gets home from work, these Rochet jewellery piston-style cufflinks might just make the workday a little more bearable! They’re not overbearingly casual, sized as they are at 2cm – but they definitely aren’t the typical corporate, stilted links! Also fab for formal occasions. Again, these are great for husbands whose birthday is after the 24^th of the month, with their stainless steel and black design elements.

There’s certainly no reason for you to miss out on the memory of what a sexy man your husband is! Men’s jewellery is a sentimental gift … as well as a fabulous accent to his gorgeous eyes, and a wonderful excuse to finally get out of the house together! Keep browsing, we’ve only just touched the surface of the gifts for husbands that are available in store. If you need any help, there is usually somebody about to help behind the Live Help link … just like a real shop .

New Emporio Armani Mens watch

There are so many fences that have been torn down, towers that have collapsed and old standards that have been challenged in recent decades … and (to me, at least!) it seems that with every old idea that we question the logic of, everybody is a little freer and a little happier. One of those old ideas that is very definitely breaking down is the idea that guys shouldn’t be interested in looking good. Along with the expansion of the male grooming routine out of the bounds of the deodorant can, men’s jewellery is growing immensely in popularity. Women are realising the difference a little accenting and embellishment can make to their ‘other halves’ appearances as well … and jewellery manufacturer’s are certainly responding! Today we check out some of the most modern and inventive designs in men’s jewellery, chosen specifically for October birthday boys.

Adam and Eve pendants by Inori

New Zoppini Modus- rose plated ball pen

Rochet piston style steel and black ceramic pendant

October is split into two parts – guys born up until the 23^rd are Librans (with the modern, though not universally liked, signature colour of pink!). Men born on or after the 24^th are Scorpios; their signature colour is black, and there are few men’s jewellery brands that use black in such a classic yet fascinating fashion as Armani watches. The watch at the beginning of the article is one of the new season’s additions to the Armani collection, and while it has all the classic Armani elements – the stylish leather band, roman numerals for the face and black/stainless steel base materials, it also incorporates a glimpse into the workings of the watch with a mechanical face. In addition to it’s intimate glimpse into the inner life of a watch, you get a 2  year manufacturer’s warranty and 50m water resistant design with this classic timepiece.

The ruling planet for Scorpio men is Mars … and the devilish little male symbol in the Inori jewellery pendant at right just happens to also be Mars’ motif! The Adam and Eve pendants by Inori have been quite popular since they first arrived in store; they make for a fabulous excuse to get yourself a little gift along with your man’s! Both are pure polished stainless steel; the female pendant measures around 2.7 cm, the male one around 3.5cm. No chains are included, but Inori has quite a sizeable range of very affordable chains for their pendants, all made in tough, hard-wearing stainless steel.

For Libra guys, they may miss out on jewellery designed with their signature colour (pink!), but with a ‘ruling’ metal of copper, the door opens to the range of very elegant and quite individual rose gold men’s jewellery items; copper is alloyed with yellow gold to achieve the rich, radiant rosy colour. If you have a traditional sort of guy to buy for this October, who isn’t really into wearing jewellery, these Zoppini jewellery brand pens incorporate all the advantages of jewellery as a birthday gift (personal, long-lasting and sentimental) with a more classically male item. As far as pens go, they’re a definite luxury item, but as far as jewellery goes they’re a bargain!

The pendant at right is perfect for mechanically minded blokes – a straightforward yet stylish and masculine piece of men’s jewellery. It’s designed by Rochet jewellery to echo the shape of an engine’s piston, and uses the same tough materials – ceramic and stainless steel – that you’d find in a real piston! It’s quite compact in size at 2.6cm; definitely not a ‘bling’ accessory, but very contemporary (and hot!) nonetheless.  For Scorpio guys, their signature colour is a strong, deep black, and Rochet matches this perfectly with Scorpio’s ruling metal of stainless steel.

Nowadays, even if you have a guy who just won’t tell you what he wants for his birthday, there’s no excuse for resorting to socks and boxers! Keep browsing the ever-growing range of men’s jewellery – choose a men’s watch for the more traditional men who needs to be eased into the idea of guys being just as gorgeously groomed as the girls. If you want a second opinion on a piece, our shop staff behind the Live Help window are usually available, just sing out!

Diamond, black onyx and lapis lazuli cuff links

The traditional (but very stereotypical!) view of guys and girls has always been ‘the brawn’ and ‘the beauty’ … or in some cases, ‘Beauty and the Beast’! Luckily nowadays the lines between the stronger sex and the fairer sex are starting to blur … and us girls can appreciate our boyfriends, husbands, brothers, Dads and friends’ general good looks much more easily. Men’s jewellery is becoming more popular as men in general start to pay more attention to their presentation … so what better time to start building up your man’s collection than his birthday? Today we check out some of the newest, hottest and generally most appropriate men’s jewellery gifts for guys born in August.

Men’s diamond blue cuff links

New Zoppini Men’s Watch

Citizen Promaster Sea Divers Watch

D&G ID dog tag unisex necklace

Black ceramic and stainless steel pendant by Rochet

Paek diamond cufflinks by Hot Diamonds

Inori diamond pendant

August belongs to two groups of men – those born from the 1^st to the 23^rd are Leos, ruled by the heart and signified by the colour orange, and metal of gold. From the 24^th onwards, Virgo rules – these men’s signature colour is blue, and when it comes to men’s jewellery blue doesn’t get much deeper, stronger and more beautiful than that found in lapis lazuli. It is especially striking when set against a background of blacker-than-black onyx and sparkling brilliant cut diamonds, as in the cufflinks at the beginning of the article. The base metal is a delicious white gold, and the diamond weight is a decent .31ct altogether. They are definitely a luxury item, but if you a special birthday coming up (or an ordinary birthday for a special guy!), they are the perfect gift.

If you’re looking for something in a more affordable price range, the Hot Diamonds jewellery blue cubic zirconia and sterling silver cufflinks at right are just as suitable for Virgos and guys born in August, but at a fraction of the price. The cufflinks are actually part of the Hot Diamonds Wedding collection, but they look fabulous set against a black or grey suit for both work and formal occasions. They are sterling silver based, but will look good for many years – the base metal has been rhodium plated for shine and tarnish-resistance.

We recently added a selection of Euro-fashion Italian Zoppini watches to our men’s watch collection – and this is one of the fun casual pieces from their range. The coloured chronograph sections on the face incorporate both Virgos and Leo’s signature colours (blue and orange), so this is a simple and easy gift for guys born anytime in August. With its black rubber band, bold numerals and colourful face, this makes a great weekend timepiece at a moderate price!

The Citizen watch beneath it is a sea diver’s watch, and while the dominant colour is black, it is almost as if it is swimming in its own little pocket of ocean at all times, with a subtle blue haze around the face. It’s made of tough stainless steel, and is perfect for those who like to spend their free-diving time looking at the ocean around them rather than fiddling with watch features! This is one of Citizen’s most affordable 200m water resistant divers watches, and also has a special Gilletts-only discount attached.

Leo guys are ruled by their heart … ad while you won’t actually want to be performing surgery to adorn their ‘hearts’ with jewellery, you can do the next best thing by grabbing a sleek, contemporary pendant to sit next to his heart . The D&G jewellery brand is a newcomer to the Gilletts family – this ID style dogtag pendant is a unisex design (so could almost be a gift for you, the giver, as well as your man!), and part of the niche D&G collection. It’s made of stainless steel and measures around 40mm long by 36 mm wide. The stainless steel chain you see in the picture is included, and since the product ships for free anywhere in the world what you see on that price tag is exactly what you get!

The black ceramic and stainless steel pendant by Rochet jewellery at right is another great choice for Leo August born men. Tough materials, masculine shaping and a very mechanical design make it the perfect piece for guys who’ve always passed over men’s jewellery before, thinking that ‘necklaces are for girls’ . Match it up with a black rubber necklace as you see in the picture, and you have the perfect pendant for casual weekend wear.

For Virgos, born on or after the 24^th of August, their signature metal is Mercury … and while it isn’t actually possible to buy mercury jewellery (it’s be a little messy, to say the least!), you can get some of that ultra-smooth, liquid feel with pieces from the men’s Hot Diamonds jewellery range. The Paek diamond cufflinks at right are a great example of the highly polished sterling silver look from Hot Diamonds. Like many pieces from the range they are rhodium plated for an even higher shine and great tarnish resistance. They include two sparkling genuine white diamonds in their faces … very elegant!

Another reason that we love diamonds for August-born guys is that they are one of the alternative birthstones for the month – the Tibetan birthstone system of ‘Mystical ‘ stones recognizes diamonds as the signature stone for people born in August. Which is lucky, because otherwise August-born guys would miss out … there really isn’t much in the way of peridot jewelry for men, the traditional August birthstone! The Inori jewellery pendant at right is a neat and elegant choice for guys having a birthday in August – it’s a contemporary go-anywhere polished stainless steel piece at a great price.

Don’t let the man in your life miss out on looking his best … there is a huge range of men’s jewellery available now, for all tastes and budgets. If you want a hand picking out a special something, our shop assistants are usually available behind the Live Help link – don’t be afraid to ‘ding the bell’ and ask your question!

Citizen Men’s Diamond Eco-Drive Watch

Let me start by saying that I’d love to hear in the comments from any lady whose husband actually makes definite, specific gift suggestions for his birthday when asked! Husbands are wonderful at balancing out our own ups and downs, mowing lawns, tickling the kids and much more … but when it comes to picking birthday gifts for him, we are usually on our own . There’s an upside to that, though. It means that we get to choose much-appreciated things for him that he’d never ask for, like stylish men’s watches, sleek and contemporary pendants and very smooth cufflinks! Jewellery gifts for husbands are a personal and sentimental idea – today we check out some of our new and classic favourite pieces for husbands born in August.

Diamond cuff links

Inori brand men’s blue layers pendant

New Special Citizen Mens Watch

Men’s pendant with chain

Inori 55cm men’s chain

Rochet brand men’s bracelet

The Citizen watch at the beginning of the article is a definite statement piece in your husband’s jewellery collection – and if he’s never worn any jewellery apart from his wedding ring before, this is a great way to ease him into the pleasures! Diamonds  are one of the alternative birthstones for August (they belong to the month under the Tibetan or Mystical birthstone tradition), so this watch is instantly suitable. We love the contrast of the gold tone stainless steel band with the black face – the striking combination tones down the overdone elegance, but lifts it out of the realms of the casual … a truly versatile piece! This men’s watch has 36 genuine diamonds around the face, 100m water resistance (suitable for swimming and snorkelling) and Citizen’s Eco-Drive functionality which means no battery changes … ever!  Check out the price tag, as well – Gillett’s special arrangement with Citizen means that this watch has a massive discount off the recommended retail price.

Alternatively, you can incorporate diamonds into a more formal, yet simple birthday gift for your husband like the diamond cufflinks at right. The brilliant cut white diamonds in these links are set within their own little window in the sterling silver backing, allowing maximum shine and sparkle from those two tiny genuine diamonds set in their face. They are a great base piece of jewellery for work, and for all sorts of formal occasions.

If your hubby doesn’t wear suits to work though, and is a more casual, funloving sort of guy, the blue Inori jewellery layers pendant at right is a lovely simple choice … as well as a great excuse to take him out for the night somewhere his new men’s pendant will be at home! August is divided into two separate parts – Leo guys are born between the 1^st and 23^rd of the month – they are ruled by their heart (aw!) , and have a signature metal of gold. On and after the 24^th, Virgo rules, and the signature colour for these calm, precise men is blue, with a ruling metal of mercury. The blue layers pendant at right is fun, but still nice and understated … even husbands that are new to wearing jewellery won’t be intimidated by this. The blue and silver layers actually slide across each other (great for fidgeters ), and there is space for you to engrave a little message to your man on the back.

Virgos guys will also love the simplicity, sleekness and the signature blue circle of the Citizen watch at right. The watch is a beautifully uncluttered, go-anywhere design, with a date function, 100m water resistance factor, cool see-through case back and a 3-year manufacturer warranty. Be sure to click through to the product and check out that discount … if you’re reading this pretty soon after publication, you’ll see a massive 50% discount on it. Wow!

We mentioned that Leo husbands are ‘ruled’ by their heart (and incidentally, also by their back … which is not quite so romantic!). Pendants and chains like the two at right will sit right next to your man’s heart, either under or over his shirt, and are one of the most widely accepted forms of men’s jewellery. The simple, clean and masculine lines of the pendant at right are a definite crowd-pleaser. It is a lovely mid-sized piece, at 3cm long, and the chain pictured is included with the pendant … great value!

If your Leo husband is more likely to appreciate an everyday-wear piece of jewellery, though, check out the plain yet stylish Inori chain at right. It has slightly larger links than usual, so doesn’t look out of place worn without a pendant, and is versatile and easy to coordinate with any outfit. Unlike some plain Inori chains, this one does have a clasp – but you’ll need to make sure that the attachment for any pendant you plan on wearing with it will fit over the links.

Leo’s associated metal is gold … and while the ‘techno gold’ included in the Rochet bracelet at right isn’t perhaps what the wise sages of old were thinking of when they determined these guidelines, it is definitely close in spirit! Adventurous guys will love the bright, friendly, party-atmosphere that this bracelet carries around within it. It weighs a luxurious 49 grams in total, and is 22.5 cm long … and also ships to you for free!

Don’t settle for getting your man aftershave, a tie or car polish for yet another year … not when there are so many more personal and longlasting jewellery gifts for husbands to choose from! There are hundreds of men’s jewellery pieces on site –  check out the men’s Hot Diamonds jewellery, the pendants and necklaces for guys as well as our handpicked jewellery gifts for husbands. And happy giving!

Amethyst and diamond white gold pendant

Jewellery is a very personal gift … this is what makes it so treasured by the people that receive it, but also why some people shy away from buying it as a gift! Often people are worried that whatever type or style of jewellery they choose for their loved one won’t be liked or worn. While it’s always good to have usefulness and personal taste at the front of your mind while choosing gifts, you don’t need to shy away from jewellery because of that fear! If you aren’t sure what to get, pendants and necklaces are almost universally loved and worn; they’re comfortable, they’re unisex, they can be worn underneath or on top of clothing, you can change the chain if necessary … the list of their benefits is massive! Today we check out some top jeweller’s picks for both men’s pendants and necklaces, and women’s pendants and necklaces, for guys and gals born in August.

Impressive multicoloured white gold pendant

For the One I Love diamond yellow gold pendant

Glitter Hot Diamonds tear drop pendant with chain

Men’s pendant and chain

Rhythm pendant by Inori

Pandora crossed rings necklace

Inori brand men’s 50cm ball chain

The amethyst and diamond pendant at the beginning of the article has everything that most gals could want in a pendant … a well-sized gemstone for sparkle, diamonds for luxury, a classical shape with a bit of an individual twist in the design, and a luxurious white gold base. Perfect match . It also has an instant suitability for ladies born in August – diamonds are one of the alternative birthstones for the month, and this women’s pendant has 3 genuine white high quality diamonds set around the main stone for flair and fun. The amethyst is a 1.74ct stone, and the pendant itself measures 1.7cm altogether. It is a stand-alone item … but most girls already have a chain to pop pendants on, and having too many only gets cluttered. A great pick!

The multicoloured pendant at right has been a favourite on site for quite a while … and just looking at its gorgeous shaping and rainbow of gemstones, it is easy to see why! It features diamonds, and also the ‘traditional’ birthstone for August, the peridot. Tourmaline, amethyst, aquamarine, citrine and blue topaz keep the birthstone company … and I have a feeling that there will always be a willing bosom for this pendant to snuggle into! If only we could all say the same . The base is 9ct white gold, and the entire piece measures 2.5 cm in length. It is a stand-alone item (no chain), but either a sterling silver or yellow gold chain would look fabulous with this as a centrepiece!

It doesn’t get much more sentimental than the yellow gold and diamond pendant at right, engraved with ‘For the One I Love’. Nawwwh! It’s a luxurious, made-to-last item (just like your relationship!), with an 18ct gold base and a dainty 0.01ct genuine white diamond. Again, you’ll need to grab a chain … but looking at the price tag on this item, that certainly won’t be an additional burden! If your August born lady is a Leo (her birthday is between the 1^st and 23^rd), this will be especially suitable, as yellow gold is the signature metal for that sign.

Hot Diamonds jewellery have been introducing some very adventurous new designs into their range lately, but the ‘Glitter’ pendant at right is a classic design from their range. The sweet silver teardrop design has a glistening highlight of five brilliant cut white diamonds along its peak. The metal has been rhodium plated (rhodium is white metal similar to platinum), to prevent tarnishing and enhance that slippery shine. We especially love this piece for Virgo gals (birthdays after the 24^th of August) … their signature metal is mercury, and the slip and slide of this highly polished, free-flowing silver women’s pendant definitely has echoes of liquid mercury!

Of course, pendants are not only a fast, easy and universally appealing gift for girls …pendants are one of the best-accepted forms of men’s jewellery also. They also tend to give a little gift to the giver, as well … men’s pendants tend to be made of tough yet very budget friendly materials, and like the wavy design pendant at right, will barely make a dent in your wallet. We love the free-flowing, liquid design of this stainless steel pendant for Virgo guys … like mercury in motion, solidified. The chain is included with this pendant, and despite the low price tag it ships to you for free no matter where you live in the world … bargain!

The signature colour for Virgo guys born in August is blue … but you’ll find that the Rhythm pendant by Inori jewellery at right, with metallic blue circles on a black background, is great for men of all shapes, sizes, ages and zodiac signs . It’s made of stainless steel with black and blue PVD coatings, which let the metal’s natural shine come through the colour. It’s a neatly sized 4cm long, and although the chain isn’t included with this piece, there are plenty of Inori chains available at an absolute steal.

For Leo ladies, their ruling body part is the heart … and since pendants and necklaces sit right next to that sweet little centre of the body, if you’re buying for a Leo you really don’t need an excuse to buy one pendant or necklace over another! We’re featuring the Pandora jewellery Crossed Rings necklace at right simply because we love it … no other reason! It sits beautifully on the brink between vintage glam and casual elegance. The main body of the pendant is sterling silver, and the gold highlights are high quality 14ct. There is a whole matching jewellery set available in store, including earrings, Pandora jewellery bracelet charms, and an Inspirations bracelet design made to match. If she squeals especially loud when she opens this gift, you’ll know what to get her for Christmas, at least!

The Inori blue accent necklace at right is designed for men – it’s a very simple, very matchable, very easy to wear piece … so if this will be one of your loved one’s first forays into the men’s jewellery world, this is a nice gentle start! It slips straight over his head (no clasp necessary), matches with just about anything … and is very easy on your wallet, to boot!

Pendants and necklaces are really ‘can’t fail’ jewellery gifts for women and men. Keep browsing among our massive range of different men’s pendant and women’s pendant styles. You can use the handy search refinement box to narrow your results, instead of flipping through hundreds of pages – set your price, set your gemstone or metal, set a style and away you go!

Men’s cubic zirconia pendant with chain

Our men are gorgeous. Well, mine is, at least! I’m sure that yours is the same … and I’m also sure that every guy on the face of the Earth can look like an absolute god of romance with a little attention paid to his appearance. After shaving, pulling on an ironed shirt (!) and splashing on some aftershave, there’s a new finishing touch for romance-god guys nowadays – men’s jewellery. If your man (or brother, son or Dad) has a birthday in July, jewellery is the modern and much appreciated replacement for boxers, ties and aftershave. Today we check out some of the men’s jewellery pieces that are perfect for July born guys.

Men’s black cubic zirconia pendant with chain

D&G dog tag unisex pendant and chain

In the mix moveable padlock men’s pendant by Inori

Billett men’s diamond silver pendant with chain

Citizen Aqualand II Promaster Dive Watch

Men’s ID Slice diamond braclet by Hot Diamonds

Official Lord of the Rings Gimli’s hatchet pendant

July is split into two sections – Cancerian guys are born between the 1^st and 23^rd, with Leo as the sign from the 24^th onwards. The ruling body parts for both of these categories of July-born guy are similar – Leo is ruled by the heart, while Cancer is ruled by the breasts … or perhaps the chest in general in this case! Have a browse through the range of men’s pendants on site no matter what side of the month your man’s birthday falls on – this jewellery gift will sit right next to his ‘ruling’ part. Not to mention being easy to either hide or show off, able to be worn anywhere, and great for either casual or formal occasions. The white cubic zirconia pendant at the beginning of the article, as well as its black cubic zirconia cousin at right, are great examples of ‘go anywhere’ pendants. If your birthday boy isn’t big on trying to figure out what will match with what, these are nice easy jewellery gifts that he’ll be able to wear anywhere.   Both are made of brushed stainless steel (nice and tough), and feature six cubic zirconias, either black or white. The pendants are 3.5cm, and you can have a message engraved on the back if you like.

Our D&G jewellery unisex pendants are a great gift for both you and him … when he can’t be wearing his awesome jewellery gift, you can help make sure it doesn’t go to waste! The black textured and polished stainless steel dog tag design pendant above features reversible tags (the back of the black textured section is polished steel), and is 4cm long and 2.7cm wide. It comes with the chain pictured, which is 60cm long … you might have to pop it on a shorter chain in order to steal it from him! The pendant ships for free, and comes in the official D&G packaging.

The pendant section is one of the most popular in our entire men’s jewellery range … and for good reason! The Inori men’s jewellery In the Mix moveable men’s padlock pendant is another favourite – great for fiddlers, because the black titanium sections are moveable . The entire pendant measures about 4cm long – a nice middling size, good for either casual wear or going out. It’s a stand-alone item, so you’ll need to either grab a chain or make sure he has one on hand already. It ships worldwide for free, and is very well priced for such a cool birthday gift!

The signature metal for Cancerian guys is silver … and when it comes to men’s jewellery, silver = Hot Diamonds jewellery. The “Billett” pendant at right is by Hot Diamonds, and is made of full sleek sterling silver, with a brilliant cut white diamond in the centre. The chain pictured is included with the pendant, and is also made of lush sterling silver – beautiful! This is perfect for formal and cocktail events … why should the girls be the ones to have all the jewellery fun?! Definitely a luxury item, but still fairly budget-friendly – guys’ jewellery doesn’t tend to be overly expensive.

We love the Citizen dive watch at right for Leo guys (born after the 24^th of July), whose signature colour is orange. There’s just a hint of bright, fiery orange on the hands … but that hint really helps create a mood for the watch itself. Besides, once he sees the specification sheet it really won’t matter … this Promaster Citizen watch is water resistant to 200m (diving approved), with thicker glass and heavier seals, as well as a split timing and stopwatch function. It ships for free across Australia, and comes with an awesome 5 year warranty!

From functional to just plain fun wristwear … if you’re grabbing your Cancerian man the Billett pendant above for his birthday, you might want to put this ID Slice diamond bracelet on the shortlist as well! Made in the signature Cancerian metal, silver, the bracelet is also rhodium-plated to help enhance shine and prevent tarnishing – he’ll be able to enjoy the silver without worrying about the polish. The bracelet is 21.5cm in length, and while it fits a wide range of men’s wrists, you might want to furtively slip a tape measure around his arm just to make sure!

The two signs that take up July have very classical signature metals – Cancer claims silver, and Leos get gold! The Gimli’s hatchet pendant at right is an official Lord of the Rings item, but even men who aren’t fans of the series will love it … the rustic, Viking-style feel matched up with the mellow luxury of gold makes for an unusual, but very popular jewellery item. It is made of 9ct gold, so despite the generous length of 4.8cm, it is still very affordable.

There are so many awesome men’s jewellery gifts nowadays – we definitely recommend browsing in the men’s pendants and necklaces if you haven’t already found something he’ll fall in love with (in his quietly masculine sort of way!). And enjoy the day!

Black freedom bangle by Inori

We really are moving into an age where just about every stereotype is being challenged, broken up, and then completely broken down. Despite some lingering things that ‘guys just don’t do’ or ‘girls just don’t do’, the focus is now really on just doing whatever makes you feel happy. And that is why so many more guys are now enjoying the elegance, personalizability and charm of men’s jewellery! As demand grows, so does the creativity of the men’s jewellery designers. Today we are checking out some of the most appropriate men’s jewellery gifts for guys born in June.

Inori brand Labyrinth men’s bracelet

Inori brand Labyrinth set

Men’s Hot Diamonds circle sterling silver cuff links

Odyssey origami cross men’s Hot Diamonds pendant with chain

Men’s extra heavy designer silver necklace by Hot Diamonds

Men’s gold tone bracelet

Armani Men’s Black Leather Band Watch

There are two different types of guys born in June (speaking very broadly!) – Gemini rules from the 1^st to the 21^st, and these guys have yellow as their lucky colour, and their hands and wrists as the ‘ruling’ part of the body. Cancerians are born from the 22^nd onward, and while their lucky colour is white, their signature metal is silver. The Inori jewellery black freedom bangle at the beginning of the article has been very popular with younger men, for its sleek, modern design. It is made by Inori, and given that Gemini guys are ‘ruled’ by their hands and wrists, we think it is very appropriate to get those digits looking good . The bracelet itself is made of stainless steel with a black ionic coating, and the diameter is 6.5cm. It is not quite a one-size fits all bracelet, but if your man has anywhere from small to medium-large wrists, it will be fine. It is also priced to suit just about every gift-er, as well!

Gemini guys are often described as being very intellectual, and being fascinated with puzzles. If you’re close to a Gemini guy, you probably find that they’re a bit of a walking puzzle themselves! Celebrate that mystery (after all, you’ll never be bored when you are around them) with the Inori Labyrinth bracelet pictured at right. The Labyrinth bracelet is made of highly polished tough stainless steel, and is actually part of a set with pendant and ring also included, both with the Labyrinth design also – you can see them in the image underneath the bracelet.

If your Gemini guy isn’t much of a bracelet wearer, cufflinks are placed in the same general area, and are just as appropriate. These sterling silver and black enamel cufflinks have a subtle, but fun design – great for younger guys who need to dress up for a formal occasion, or for a corporate job. The inner silver circle contains a genuine white diamond in each cufflink, and they’ll ship for free to you, no matter where you are in the world.

The signature metal for Cancerian guys is silver, so if you’ve got a birthday boy’s special day coming up after the 22^nd of June, you need to check out the Hot Diamonds jewellery range in store. Their signature style is to incorporate one or more tiny white diamonds in every piece, using sterling silver as the exclusive metal in almost all of their gorgeous jewellery pieces. The Odyssey cross pendant comes from the Hot Diamonds range for guys; it’s a great casual piece that is also suitable for workdays, pubbing and clubbing. The sterling silver chain shown with the pendant is included, and it ships for free … so what you see on that price tag is what you get!

One of the most popular men’s jewellery items from the Hot Diamonds range is the extra-heavy necklace pictured at right. The diamonds in this piece are situated on the bar charm, so the main body of the chain is sleek and luxuriously heavy. It measures 51cm in total, so won’t sit too high or too low around your man’s neck. The sterling silver is actually rhodium plated, so if your Cancerian guy ends up with a whole box full of sterling silver jewellery that needs constant cleaning, this will be the odd piece out – the rhodium plating is similar to platinum, and prevents early tarnishing of the metal.

Gemini guys have yellow as their signature colour, and there is little in the way of yellow gemstone or yellow enamel jewellery gifts for guys … but there certainly are some great-looking yellow gold items. This bracelet is one of the few non-watch items in yellow gold on site; it is made with a stainless steel base and plated in real yellow gold. It is definitely a luxury item … but comes at a very affordable price!

White is the signature colour for Cancerian guys, and while there are a few all-white or silver-on-white guys watches about, the white dial/black band model at right from Emporio Armani watch just has a wonderful classicism that the others can’t match. This particular model has a croco-embossed leather strap, and the white dial has a hint of pearl in it … especially suitable, since the birthstone for June is actually the pearl! This model is splash resistant, and comes with a 2-year manufacturer’s warranty and the bonus of free shipping.

There are just so many stylish and slick men’s jewellery gifts available in store, it will be more of a problem deciding what NOT to buy! If you need help with any of the products, the site or the ordering process, just click the Live Help link that appears on the right hand side of every page in the store for an instant friendly pointer.

Men’s spotted pendant and chain

Men’s jewellery has come a long way in the past twenty years! If you’d mentioned the term to your grandfather, they probably would have called up images of pirates wearing gold earrings or mysterious Arabians with their gold nose-jewellery. Nowadays, men’s jewellery is more stylish, varied and well-accepted than ever before. Today we check out some of the new and notable pieces in the collection that are perfect for men’s birthday gifts …. There’s not a pirate in sight!

Rochet Rose Tone Bracelet

Citizen Eco-Drive Perpetual Calendar World Time Rose Gold Watch

Men’s diamond silver bracelet by Hot Diamonds

Men’s cross stainless steel pendant with necklace

D&G Unisex Pendant with chain

Fossil Men’s White Leather Strap Watch

Wenger Commando Open Date Men’s Swiss Watch

In the month of May, there are two categories of guys having birthdays – Taureans take up the first part of the month from the 1^st to 21^st – their signature colour is green, element is copper, and animal is the bull. Gemini rules from the 22^nd onwards, and their symbol is the twins, while their vital body parts is the wrists and hands, and lucky colour is yellow. The neat, modern spotted pendant at the beginning of the article incorporates the yellow gold tone background for Geminis, without having the stuffy, ultra-formal look that full-yellow gold pieces can have for guys. The chain is included with the pendant, and at only 42cm long, it will sit nice and high around the male neck – great for partying and going out. This pendant is also very affordable … and ships for free, to top it all off!

We mentioned that Taurean guys’ signature metal is copper – the inclusion of copper is the reason that this stainless steel and rubber bracelet from Rochet jewellery has the gorgeous rosy tone in the metal! The contrast between the rich, traditional rose gold tone PVD and the slick black centre highlights in the links makes for a very interesting bracelet – and one that he’ll find plenty of excuses to wear! This one also ships for free to you, no matter where in the world you are.

If you’re looking for a more practical gift for a Taurean guy, though, the rose-tone stainless steel (alloyed with copper, again) Citizen watch at right is perfect. It is absolutely packed with features – displaying work time for 24 cities across the world, including a perpetual calendar function, water resistance to 100m, and especially the Eco-Drive function that means he’ll never need to change another watch battery in his life! This watch has one of the more powerful Eco-Drive solar cells, and will actually run for 365 days without exposure to sunlight once it is fully charged. If it ever runs down completely, all it needs is a bit of light and adjustment to the correct time, and she’s good to go! You also get a fantastic Citizen 5-year warranty on this Eco-Drive model, and a much-appreciated discount for buying through Gilletts.

Gemini’s ‘vital’ body parts are their wrists and hands, meaning that bracelets and rings are the perfect jewellery gifts for these sociable, whimsical men. The black PVD design bracelet incorporating 2 genuine white diamonds in either side has been a favourite for some time now – it is made by Hot Diamonds jewellery. Rather than being made of stainless steel, as most men’s jewellery is, Hot Diamonds uses exclusively sterling silver, for a softer and sleeker look, and a more luxurious feel. The internal diameter is around 7.3cm and the bracelet itself is about 8mm from top to bottom – a great one-size-fits-all model.

Luckily for you if you’re buying for a Taurean guy, the ‘vital’ body parts for Taureans are their head and neck – so you have plenty of gorgeous pendants and necklaces to choose from! We love the stainless steel cross design pendant for Taureans-  their symbol is the bull, and this bulky, blunt style of pendant is a nice parallel to that. It comes on its own necklace, measuring 46cm in length – it will sit nice and high around the neck, but with a bit of moving room. It is ultra-affordable … and ships for free!

Of course, as an earth element and with the cow or bull as their symbol, there is no more appropriate gift than natural leather for Taurean men! We love the D&G unisex pendant at right for Taurean guys – it’s a great everyday style piece, measuring 3.5 cm in length. The stainless steel ball pendant pictured is included (it’s a generous 60 cm long), and the piece itself ships to you for free no matter where you are in the world. So the awesome designer price you see on that tag is all you’ll have to pay!

Watches are another awesomely appropriate gift for Gemini guys, ruled by their wrists and hands. The white Fossil watch at right is definitely not the standard men’s watch you see every day – it’s unique, individual, and definitely conspicuous! Your Gemini guy can’t be the shy sort to wear this Fossil watch. It’s very individual style is complemented by a solid technical backing – 100m water resistance (alright for swimming and water sports), quartz movement and stainless steel construction, and a 2-year manufacturer’s warranty.

If your Gemini guy is the rough and tumble sort though, you can’t go past the Wenger watches we have on site for him. Wenger make the original Swiss Army knives, and much like their multi-purpose instruments, their watches are unsurpassed in technical precision and strength of construction. The watch uses Swiss quartz movement and has mineral crystal glass , and the rest of the watch is all tough stainless steel construction. It has a tachymeter and is water resistant to 100m, so can go for a dip in the pool or snorkelling in the ocean with your Gemini loved one.

Jewellery has long been the ‘gold standard’ (forgive the pun!) in birthday gifts for women, and slowly both guys and girls are recognising the value of men’s jewellery gifts also. There are well over a thousand pieces to choose from on site – start browsing among the watches, pendants or bracelets now! If you have any trouble, just call on us by clicking on the Live Help link at the right of screen in the store area.