Blue topaz and sky topaz diamond pendant

Pendants and necklaces have been with humanity almost since we straightened up  little and made those first swinging, hairy steps out of the trees and become homo sapiens, the thinking man … or at least some of us did! There are so many reasons that pendants and necklaces, as men’s jewellery and women’s jewellery, have has such popular stability. They don’t get in the way of daily activities or come off easily; they are in the perfect spot to show them off to others (very important ); and they sit right next to your heart! Pendants and necklaces are truly gifts from the heart, and today we check out some handpicked items especially suitable for both guys and girls birthdays in December.

New Inori stainless steel 2 loops pendant

Rhythm layers black men’s pendant by Inori

Men’s stainless steel necklace

While turquoise is the ‘official’ current birthstone for the month of December, in practice there is very little turquoise jewellery globally. It is especially difficult to find turquoise pieces with the fun and elegance all wrapped into one that the blue topaz piece at the beginning of the article has! Blue topaz is the contemporary alternative birthstone for December, and this beautiful pedant incorporates two different shades of blue topaz alongside pristine white diamonds for shine and sparkle. Additionally, light blue is one of those colours that looks fabulous on just about any lady – it’s not overly romantic, so this ladies’ pendant is perfect for sisters, Mums, cousins and daughters as well as girlfriends and wives gifts.

Of course, between the 6 billion or so of us humans on the globe, there is bound to be more than one birthstone system! Cubic zirconia is one of the alternative ‘traditional’ birthstones for December, so the Inori jewellery stainless steel and cubic zirconia pendant at right is suitable for girls born across the breadth of the month. It’s part of a long-awaited new collection from Inori – their designers make contemporary, metropolitan men’s jewellery and confident, simple and sweet women’s pieces. Their pendants and necklaces are also usually very affordable – great for those whose wallets have already been a little stretched by the silly season!

Of course, pendants and necklaces are one of the most accepted men’s jewellery types, where guys can get a little creative with their appearance while maintaining all that hard-won masculinity! We love the Inori Rhythm layers pendant at right for Capricorn guys (born on or after the 22^nd of December) – the ring design echoes the look of their ruling planet, Saturn. It comes in four separate stainless steel layers, with alternate layers plated in black PVD. It is a neatly sized 3.5cm long, great for either showing off outside a shirt (or atop a hot set of pecs!), or tucking in. It’s a stand-alone product, so if he doesn’t already have a chain that he rotates pendants across, you’ll need to grab one as well. Luckily Inori chains are very well priced!

Sagittarian guys, born between the 1^st and 21^st of September, are ruled by Jupiter … the largest and most imposing planet in the solar system! It’s only fitting that you grab them a heavy style and impressively sized pendant or necklace, like the polished/black PVD stainless steel bar and ball necklace at right. This heavy style necklace is a comfy 50cm long, and great for guys that like to have fun, dress up and experiment a little.

Pendants and necklaces are probably the easiest pieces of jewellery to buy – no sizing worries, great for both guys and girls and suitable for all ages. There is a massive range of well over a thousand different pendant and necklace designs in store (not counting the different ladies’ Pandora charm necklaces you can customise!), so if you haven’t seen the perfect gift, don’t immediately run for socks or soap! Keep browsing among the men’s pendants or women’s pendants, and if you need a hand choosing or ordering just click the Live Help link for customer service assistance.

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!

Heart filigree aquamarine pendant

Pendants and necklaces are the jewelry gift item that most women would like to receive, according to a recent survey in Vogue magazine! Earrings are lovely, but many women don’t change them at all during the week and alternative pairs may not be used. Rings can start to clutter hands after a while … and bracelets aren’t always practical, though they are definitely sweet. Pendants and necklaces offer that great mix of wearability, style, and show-off factor! If you have a special someone to buy a jewelry birthday gift for this March, we have some neat pendant and necklace ideas for you, for both men and women.

Heart Diamond Pendant with Chain

Men’s brand name cross pendant by Hot Diamonds

Pandora grey cotton string and silver bracelet/necklace

Pandora Strawberry Charm

Pandora Girl Charm

Georgini designer brand red and white cocktail pendant with chain

Inori 50cm men’s stainless steel wider chain

The filigree white gold aquamarine pendant at the beginning of the article is an easy and obvious choice as a pendant gift for March birthdays. It contains the traditional March birthstone, the aquamarine, is priced to suit all budgets, and has a wonderful versatile design that can go from cocktail party to casual. The metal base is 9ct white gold (nickel free), and despite the fact that the aquamarine is at least 5mm across, this is a very affordable gift! Great for the ladies in your life.

If your loved one is born on or after the 21st of March, she is an Aries, and also has the alternate zodiac birthstone of the diamond. The yellow gold diamond pendant at right is a little more of a luxury item, but with this as a gift it will definitely be a birthday to remember! The pendant is made of 18ct yellow gold, just under a centimeter in length, and the diamond weight is 0.04ct in total. Yellow gold and diamonds do have quite a romantic air … so save this for girlfriends, rather than sisters!

Pendants are also fast becoming a leading men’s jewelry item, for all the practical benefits we mentioned at the start of the article. This diamond pendant is perfect for Arian guys – it is from the Hot Diamonds collection, and features partly polished, partly textured sterling silver as the base metal, along with a 0.01ct diamond for a bit of sparkle. The chain pictured is included, so you can find this in either the pendant or necklace category on site … and since it ships for free, there are no hidden charges whatsoever on that price tag!

The difference between a necklace and pendant is that in a necklace, the front feature section is either attached to the chain, the chain has its own features … or there are no features! This grey Pandora necklace is the perfect pick for women born between the 1st and 20th of March – they are Pisceans, and gray is their signature color. It is a full meter long, and designed for creativity – it is long enough to be wrapped and tied around the neck in a huge number of different ways, and can also be used as a bracelet when wrapped around the wrist several times. You’ll be giving the gift not just of one necklace, but of hundreds of different possibilities – there is a whole catalogue of Pandora charms that can be put on this necklace. We’ve picked a couple of good ones for Pisceans below the necklace – both made of sterling silver, keeping them within the theme of gray for Pisces, and also keeping them well within the realms of affordability! The strawberry charm is an old favorite that is usually in stock, so perfect if the gift is last minute. The girl charm is another popular design, and because of the way her little skirt is weighted, sits very well on a necklace.

The next piece fits into the necklace category because the chain is included with the pendant, though they are actually separable. The Georgini cocktail pendant at right is a great choice for Arian girls – the signature color for anyone born after the 21st of March is red, and those cubic zirconias that top and tail this pendant are a stunning deep red color. The cocktail party- style pendant also features clear cubic zirconias and is 6.5 cm long – a lot of glam at a very small price! The sterling silver has been rhodium plated, so won’t tarnish or lose shine easily.

The Inori chain at right is a little simple as a girl’s gift … which is why it is lucky that it is designed for men! The wider link chain is not meant to be worn with pendants (you won’t find many that will fit over the links), and the chain is 50cm long in total – quite comfortable for most guys. It is made of tough stainless steel, and is one of the most stunning presents you’ll find for this price … under AU$30!

Keep browsing in the pendant or necklace section – there are tons of choices for both men and women. Don’t forget that if you want any advice on whether a piece of jewelry is suitable for your recipient, we are just behind the little Live Help window at the right of your screen. We’ll be happy to pop out and help!

Rhythm Blue and Black Pendant by Inori

Pendants and necklaces are usually our most popular items at Christmas time. Where bracelets can get in the way, and rings have to be shuffled around with wedding and engagement rings so that fingers don’t fill up, and even the versatile earring can lose a bit of its impact, pendants and necklaces just seem to retain their ‘wow’ factor throughout the years. There is a huge variety of unisex options, and pendants are well-accepted as men’s jewelry even by conservative types. Today we are looking at the most unusual, new, traditional and romantic pendants in the range as Christmas gifts for women and men.

Inori Forever Pendant

Pandora Liquid Collection Bubbles Pendant

Pandora Hearts and Leaves Diamond Pendant

Inori 55cm Cable Chain

Men’s Spotted Pendant with Chain

Driftwood Diamond Necklace by Hot Diamonds

Purple Gemstone Necklace

The ‘Rhythm’ blue and black pendant at the beginning of the article is another in a set of many with the same shaping, butt different colors and patterns in the overlay, by Inori. This Japanese brand has some gorgeous romantic, but still masculine pendant designs for guys … even including a couple of silver love hearts, if he’s completely comfortable with his masculinity! The Rhythm pendant is a much more ‘ordinary’ guys shape, though, and is made of tough stainless steel with PVD coating.

We mentioned that Inori’s not afraid of romance, so while this ‘Forever’ pendant is quite pink love hearts and bunny rabbits, it still panders to that softer side of him without embarrassing him if it falls out of his shirt in public! It is a neat, compact 4cm long, and the gold is techno gold – looks great under UV light . The chain isn’t included – we have a wide selection, as well as a particular recommendation coming up!

The women’s pendant range is enormous, and one of our most popular and prolific pendant designers is the Pandora company. Liquid is their new range – all sleek sterling silver , none of the antique-feel oxidation that many of their other pieces have, and with an ocean/water theme for the designs. The Bubbles pendant at right looks set to be one of the top sellers from the range – it is dainty (2.5cm), easy to coordinate and the price is definitely right! There are matching rings and earrings available in the range also.

Pandora has a sixth, seventh and eighth sense for elegance and class – jewelry doesn’t come in much more of a charming, well-coordinated form than the pieces in the gold leaf/diamond/black accent mini-collection; the pendant at right comes from this collection. It is a well-priced luxury item – but still suitable for anyone that you feel like splashing out on this Christmas. The leather necklace is unexpected, but you come to feel that it is perfect with the gold and diamonds. There are matching earrings (with black onyx), a ring and an Inspirations bracelet designed specially to go with this pendant.

Necklaces for men can be of two types – like the chain shown, a simple design that will either carry a pendant or not, depending on your preference. The chain at right is a slightly larger than usual 55cm – a good size for big or tall men, or for those who like to be able to hide their necklace under clothing. It is part of the Inori range – perfect for the Rhythm or Forever pendants you saw earlier.

Alternatively, some jewelry pieces are also categorized as necklaces when a pendant is sold with an accompanying chain. This is the case with one of our newer products, the ‘Spotted’ pendant and chain at right. A great Christmas gift for guys who like to stay on top of the style trends, the swivel design and mini-rivets on the front keep it tough and manly, but sleek and stylish also. The chain is only 42cm long, so will sit nice and high – but may be uncomfortable on bigger necks.

Women’s jewelry is usually classed as a necklace when there is either no defined ‘ornament’ section at the front; or when the ornament section does not slide along the chain. The Driftwood necklace at right by Hot Diamonds is the second type, and is a gorgeous Christmas gift suitable for any lady that loves nature, and has a contemporary, minimalist jewelry style. The necklace measures 45cm in length, while the pendant section is around 8.4cm long. There are three genuine diamonds in the driftwood pendant part – swoonworthy!

For a bit of color and personality in a necklace, we love the very budget-friendly purple gemstone necklace at right. There are both amethyst and purple crystal beads in this necklace, which should suit a range of female friends and loved ones. It has a sterling silver base, and the price is very wallet-friendly – especially important at Christmas!

Pendants and necklaces can be found in their own categories, and are split up by several characteristics. Anything we don’t have a category for caneasily be turned up by using the blue search refinement box on the results page. Why not keep browsing now for men’s and women’s pendants and necklaces for Christmas?!

Rhodolite Garnet Pendant

From the time that we lived in caves, and had clan shamans instead of general practitioners, an amulet around the neck has symbolized protection and magic. And it still can today! Pendants and necklaces have remained one of the most popular forms of jewelry – rings may be bought once or twice in your life, but you can’t clutter your hands too much. Women often have several pairs of earrings, but they don’t have that same personal touch as a pendant, which sits next to her heart and shares its sparkle with her face! We look at pendant and necklace choices for both women and men with an upcoming October birthday.

Edge Hot Diamonds Pendant

Georgini Black and White Cocktail Pendant with Chain

Heart Dangle Necklace

Pandora Contrasts Inspiration Bracelet/Necklace

In The Mix Inori Black Men’s Pendant

Silver Belcher Chain

With just over a hundred pendant choices for him, and just under FIVE hundred for her (phew!), you have to find some way to tell what your loved one will find fascinating in a piece of jewelry. Starsigns are as good a way as any to narrow your field – Libra takes up the first part of the month, until the 23rd, and is said to make women and men into balanced, equitable, graceful creatures who love a drink and a laugh with good friends … or just someone to listen to them! Scorpios, born from the 24th onwards, are traditionally seen to be more private, and are intense and very emotional people with a strong touch of the mystic and magical. We love the intense coloring and mystic coloration of the rhodolite garnet pendant at the beginning of the article. The garnet is a stunning sized 1.60ct oval cut stone, around 6mm by 8mm in size. The rhodolite version of the garnet has a little more purple in the coloration, creating a cross between an amethyst and a garnet … a strange and mysterious looking stone! It is set on 9ct white gold, so is affordable, while catering to all skin types. Our white gold contains no nickel. You’ll need to grab a chain along with this pendant, or save some pennies and let your Scorpio gal pop it on one of her old favorites.

Graceful, stylish Librans are the ‘girls’ in the phrase ‘diamonds are a girl’s best friend’, and the clean, sleek lines of the Edge pendant by Hot Diamonds at right are a great way to incorporate them into jewelry for her. Featuring five brilliant cut white diamonds, in an unexpected square shaped grain setting, the pendant is made of an affordable sterling silver base, plated with rhodium. Rhodium is similar to platinum, and increase shine while protecting against the characteristic black tarnish that silver can develop. The chain for this one is included in the price, and shipping is free, so there are absolutely no extra costs!

It makes sense that black is the signature color for intense and powerful Scorpio women – and black cubic zirconias are a budget-friendly yet strong way to incorporate the color into her jewelry. The black and white cubic zirconia pendant at right is by Georgini, and makes a wonderful elegant, yet intense evening wear piece for Scorpio women. The pendant itself is 6.5cm long, and made of rhodium plated sterling silver. It really is a bargain – but you would never know it to look at it!

The heart necklace at right is a similar shape, but has a completely different feel to it – the graceful sway of the long chain is perfect for Libran ladies. It features two tiny freshwater pearls above a heart shaped sterling silver chain, with the dainty size of the pearls only adding to the value and personality of the piece. The main chain section is 42cm long, so sits nice and high around the throat, while the drop section itself is 8.5cm long, and will almost disappear into a carefully created valley! A great look for evening wear. It ships for free, and come with a very attractive price tag to boot.

You can also create the same personalizability in necklaces that you can with Pandora bracelets – not many people realize that there is a huge range of leather and metal necklaces to fit Pandora beads also. Check out the Pandora Inspirations range for ideas – we chose the Contrasts design at right for Scorpio women, with its powerful, intense combination of black and white, moderated by a little mystical purple! The oxidized sterling silver of the bracelet looks awesome, but if you are looking for a necklace, you’ll need to go with the black leather necklace for Pandora beads. These come in several lengths – and if you want, you can even browse through the rest of the Pandora charms, picking and choosing different beads with the same feel.

Scorpio men are intense, dramatic … and hot! So hot, that it isn’t unrealistic that they would melt their jewelry into oblivion, which is the symbolism we love in this In The Mix pendant by Inori. The pendant is made of a tough stainless steel base with black PVD coating, and measures a nice man-sized 3.5cm from top to bottom. If you prefer, there is a plain stainless steel version of this pendant available also.

Libran men love things which have an innate flow and grace – and it is difficult to pass plain chains for grace and flow. The silver belcher style chain at right can be worn either on its own, or with a pendant – just make sure that the attachment is large enough to fit over the more solid linking style of the belcher chain. The chain is 50cm long, comfortable for most men without being too ‘dangly’. It is made of sterling silver, so just check with your loved one that he doesn’t have the ‘black magic’ when it comes to sterling silver – a skin type that just about instantly tarnishes sterling silver.

With the men’s and women’s ranges combined, there are well over five hundred pendants on site to choose from – our handy product refinement box within the men’s pendants and women’s pendants section makes it easy to find what you’re after, refining by different prices, gemstones, styles and base metals. Happy hunting!

Pearl, White Gold and Rose Gold Necklace

They are one of the oldest forms of jewelry we know, one of the easiest to wear, and when given as a gift, one of the best ways to ensure that your present stays next to your recipient’s heart! Pendants and necklaces are a great gift for all of your loved ones – where rings can be a bit personal, bracelets have limited opportunities for wear and earrings can get lost among the masses, these products are suitable for all your loved ones and just about every taste. Check out our favorite pendants and necklaces for September born girls and guys below!

Georgini Filigree Silver Necklace

Georgini Cubic Zirconia Designer Necklace

Pandora Blue Topaz Flowers and Hearts Necklace

‘Blessed’ Hot Diamonds Cross Pendant

Stainless Steel Pendant with Leather Cord

Cubic Zirconia Convertible Heart Necklace

Inori Men’s 50cm Ball Chain

Traditionally, September-born men and women enjoy the finer things in life, and are neat and graceful … these are some of the attributes shared by Virgo and Libra, the two zodiac signs that share the month. Virgos are said to be quite neat, orderly people, always looking for perfection – their signature color is blue, and their lucky metal is mercury (unfortunately for them!). Librans are supposed to be quite similar, but are more sociable and outgoing than Virgos, with an innate grace and a definite love of the finer things in life! Their signature color is pink, and copper is the metal belonging to their sign. The white and rose gold necklace at the beginning of the article is for Librans … and indulgent piece that includes all of the finest things you can include in jewelry … two different types of 18ct gold, a brilliant cut diamond, and a large 10.5mm freshwater pearl! Libra’s signature metal, copper, is also what creates the rose tone in the darker gold. The pendant is actually quite a neat and intricate evening wear item, measuring 3.3cm long. It is a stand-alone item, and you can choose either a white gold or rose gold chain to match with it!

Virgos revel in delicacy and perfection, so your lady friends born before the 21st of September will revel in the Georgini filigree cubic zirconia necklace at right! The pendant is actually quite large, measuring 3.6cm from top to bottom, but has a beautiful intricate filigree look that is enhanced by the sparkling cubic zirconia that encrust it. The sterling silver is rhodium plated, so this pendant will be shining on like a crazy diamond (or fifty!), for many years to come . The chain pictured is included with the piece – it measures 45cm, so this will sit nice and high, yet comfortably around the neck – perfect as evening wear.

Stick around in the Georgini range for necklace gifts for your Libran lady-friends, as well as Virgo gals … while the cubic zirconia necklace at right is technically cheating, for women who enjoy having the ‘best’ of everything, it has such a wonderful elegant look that she just won’t care! Even the sort of celebrity that has a bowling alley and movie theater inside their home would think twice about purchasing something like this if it was made of real diamonds – as it is, it has a stunning sparkle and a princessly look at a fraction of the cost of real diamonds. It measures 42cm long, so will sit high around the throat, and the sterling silver base has been rhodium plated for tarnish resistance.

Virgo’s signature color is blue, and topazes offer a lovely versatile, cool way to incorporate the color into pendants and necklaces for your loved ones. The topaz flowers and hearts necklace at right form the Pandora collection is a favorite of ours. The flowing asymmetry of it doesn’t fit with every Virgo’s need for perfection – but you’ll often find that despite an obsession with neatness, Virgos are also strangely drawn to the freedom and flow of more artistic pieces like this. There are plenty of matching jewelry items within the Pandora range for this one – hoop, stud or dangle earrings, three different style of topaz flower ring, as well as a matching Pandora bracelet charm. Why not work on getting the whole collection?!

Pendants and necklaces are also one of the more common types of jewelry for men, and there is a great range of styles for guys as well as girls. The Hot Diamonds sterling silver cross pendant at right is one of our top pendant picks for Libran males, with its graceful flow, and dressed-up look that just begs to be taken out and shown off! It measures 40mm long, and while it is ‘man-sized’, it really is a versatile, unisex piece of jewelry. The chain pictured is included with the pendant, and is 45cm long. Men may find this a little stifling – give him a subtle quiz about what he prefers, and if necessary you can pick up a longer silver chain for very little in our chains section.

Neatness, delicacy and an orderly look are what Virgo guys will appreciate in jewelry – so we love the parallel lines and slenderness of the stainless steel pendant at right for these men. It is quite sturdily sized, despite the dainty design, at 4.5cm long, and the black leather necklace pictured comes with it. This one also comes with a couple of little gifts for the giver – space to write a neat and sweet message on the back (the first 20 engraved characters are free), as well as free shipping no matter where on this enormous planet you live!

The convertible heart pendant at right has a versatility and a strange sort of diagonal symmetry that balance-obsessed Librans will love! It has a half-polished, half textured finish, and its most unique feature is that the bottom part rotates to create a neat little heart shape with a sparkling diamond in the corner! A great romantic gift … not only for him, but because you can ‘borrow’ it when he isn’t using it . The pendant is a dainty 2.5cm long, and the included chain is 50cm long, so the piece can quite easily be tucked under a shirt.

While Libran men have little hope of incorporating their signature color (pink!) into jewelry, it is a bit easier to cater to Virgos. The blue-front Inori ball chain at right is great for Virgo guys. It doesn’t have a clasp, so can’t be used with a pendant – but your neat-freak Virgo guy probably prefers that sleek look, anyway. It is 50cm long, and as it goes over his head is easy to put on and take off all by himself.

Our pendant and necklace ranges have some of the most interesting and inspiring pieces in the entire store – even if you’ve loved everything above, keep browsing in the guys and girls sections … there is plenty to see! If you have any trouble finding products, just call out through the Live Help link at the right of screen, and we’ll be with you in a minute.

Large Blue Topaz Pendant

There is a huge number of reasons that pendants and necklaces have grown to be so popular over the centuries. They are easy to wear – they don’t catch on things (easily!), and they are simple to put on and take off. They can be either shown off, or tucked away under clothing as just your shining secret. They also sit right next to the heart, making for gorgeous symbolism and an wonderful romanticism as a gift. We look at some stunning pendants and necklaces from our range for August born men and women.

Pearl, Green and Pink Tourmaline Pendant

Billett Men’s Diamond and Silver Pendant

Rochet Men’s Black Ceramic and Stainless Steel Pendant

Lovelocked Diamond and Silver Pendant by Hot Diamonds

Gorgeous Opal and Diamond Necklace

Men’s Inori Brand Ball Chain

Unisex Heart Necklace

If your friend or loved one is born in August, they’ll fit into one of two (very broad!) boxes. From the 1st to the 22nd of the month, Leo rules – these men and women are traditionally quite colorful, dramatic, sociable and bold. Virgo rules from the 23rd onwards, and people born under this sign are often more reserved, cooler, extremely neat and tidy (lucky you if you live with one!), and very conscientious. The signature color for the sign is a cool blue, which makes the stunning blue topaz pendant at right a great choice. The pendant features an enormous blue topaz, a high quality 18mm x 13mm oval cut stone. There really are no other features needed . The stone is set on 9ct yellow gold to help keep the price of this stunning piece down, and another bonus for you is that the piece ships for free, anywhere in the world!

We mentioned that Leo women are the colorful drama queens of the zodiac – a fact that will sometimes amuse and sometimes exasperate you! No matter how her colorful penchant for the dramatic affects you in the future, she’ll always look her best as a self-made drama star with the pink, green and gold tourmaline and diamond necklace at right. It is stunning 7cm long, and features three different colors of tourmalines set against 18ct white gold, with two 0.01ct brilliant cut white diamonds and dainty freshwater pearls for background.

Men’s pendants were one of the first types of modern men’s jewelry to take off, and Hot Diamonds has been there since the beginning. The ‘Billett’ pendant at right is perfect for cool, reserved Virgo men, with its slick simplicity and sparkling diamond accent. The sterling silver is rhodium plated to enhance the shine of the metal, and also prevent premature tarnishing. The pendant comes with a stunning price tag to match its stunning look, made even better by the fact that the ball chain pictured is included, and it ships for free everywhere around the world!

Leo guys are not just colorful and dramatic – they are also big, bold and conspicuous in their personalities. The black ceramic pendant by Rochet pictured at right is a great way to help him express that, with its dramatic combination of polished stainless steel and vast blackness. It also has a decent protrusion on it, which creates a strength and boldness that flat pendants simply don’t have. It is 3.5cm long, and while it ships for free, you’ll have to pick your own necklace to go with the pendant shown.

The difference between necklaces and pendants can be somewhat pedantic … but in case you’re interested (!), at Gilletts we define a pendant as any piece that has a detachable feature which slides along the chain and tends to hand at the front. A necklace usually has the feature or design made as part of the chain itself (although we do sometimes categorize pendants with the necklaces if the chain is included in the price). The Hot Diamonds necklace at right is a great example of having the feature inextricably linked to the chain. This unusual piece has the attachment at the front, rather than the back, but in other respects has a sleek, reserved style that Virgos will love. The heart charm at the front measures 20mm, with a 0.01ct brilliant cut white diamond, and the round-link chain measures 42cm.

Whoever thought that you could capture the spirit of fire in jewelry form – but this opal necklace manages it beautifully, and passionate, fiery and colorful Leos will love it. It includes seven natural Australian solid crystal opals, set along with tiny sparkling brilliant cut white diamonds in white gold. It is a luxuriously weighted 12 grams, and a comfortable 44cm long.

Men’s necklaces tend to be much plainer – however, that will certainly suit your reserved, tidy Virgo man! The ball chain at right is a neat, sleek accessory all on its own – it is designed to pop straight over his head, so it can’t be used with a pendant. . It also features the Inori blue PVD ‘clasp’, incorporating the signature color for Virgo nicely. It is 50cm long, a comfortable length for most men, and made of tough, durable stainless steel.

We mentioned that Leos are passionate individuals – which is why we love the unisex style heart pendant and chain set at right for Leo guys. It is made of tough stainless steel, so will stay looking new year after year no matter how he abuses his poor heart! The Italian style link chain is included with the pendant, which is why it is categorized with the necklaces. It has an awesomely low price tag, and also ships for free all over the world!

The selection of pendants and necklaces is about the largest of any of our jewelry types (with earrings a close second contender). If you haven’t found what you are looking for yet, our handy search result refinement box in any of the pendants for women, pendants for men, necklaces for women or necklaces for men categories will get you what you need, quickly and easily. If you need any help with finding the perfect gift, just call out via the Live Help link at the right of screen and we’ll be there straight away!

Citizen Alexa Diamond Eco-Drive Watch

For the lucky majority of us, we don’t have to first get money, then power, before we get the women … we’re born into the love of at least one, and they tend to naturally surround us as we grow older! The mysteries of what makes women work may not be solved for your entire life, but at least you’ve figured out one small piece of the puzzle – that jewelry makes the ideal birthday gift for anyone of the softer sex! We look at some new, hot birthday gifts for women this year, whether you are buying for a mother, sister, girlfriend, wife, daughter, niece of friend.

DKNY Oversized Numerals Gold Tone Watch

Stunning Diamond Drop Earrings

Opal Drop Earrings

Pandora Pink Enamel Flower Earrings

Me to You Baby Bracelet

Heart Diamond Bracelet by Hot Diamonds

Pink Pearl Flower Drop Necklace

Blue and Sky Topaz Diamond Pendant

There are two types of women born in August – Leos, whose birthday is from the 1st to the 22nd, are colorful, dramatic, bold and sociable sorts of people. Virgos, born from the 23rd onwards, are cooler, calmer and more collected, tending towards being a little reserved and very orderly. For Virgo women, the Citizen watch at the beginning of the article is the perfect choice. It is part of the new Alexa collection, a sophisticated range featuring pastel colors and the sparkle of diamonds. The cool white look will suit you Virgo woman perfectly – it is made up of stainless steel, mother of pearl, and 28 sparkling white diamonds set around the circumference of the dial. Virgos will also be enthralled with the technical perfection of Citizen’s work – amazingly accurate, Citizen Eco-Drive watches like the Alexa collection never need to have their batteries changed. The watch also comes with a 5-year manufacturer warranty, and currently has an incredibly low price tag on it!

Bolder, showier Leo women will find their stylistic home in the DKNY watch collection, where sleek lines are complemented by big, bold accents. This gold tone oversized numerals watch at right is a great example. This watch is actually quite tough for a designer item, with 30m water resistance on it (enough to withstand accidental splashing), and a stainless steel bezel, crown and case. It is a conspicuous 30mm across, and comes with a two year manufacturer’s warranty.

One of the easiest gifts for women is earrings – every woman has more than one pair in her collection, and a pair of evening earrings never languishes unused for long! The diamond drop earrings at right are perfect for Virgos, with their neat, sleek look and perfectly clear gemstones. There are 26 diamonds in total in these earrings, with a combined weight of 0.63ct. The diamonds are set on gorgeous quality 18ct white gold – they are a luxury item (and probably best given as a romantic gift), but a classical piece that will be with her forever.

Leo ladies will find nothing more boring than an earring that is all white … not even one color in them! They’ll love the amazing natural fire of the opal earrings at right. This style of earring comes in a huge variety of opal sizes and earring types. This pair is a drop design, with 9mm x 5mm opal boulder doublets inset into 14ct white gold. They measure 1.9cm in length, so while they’re big on character, they’re small enough for office as well as everyday wear.

Earrings are actually quite a suitable present for younger girls as well, like daughters and nieces. While small children often don’t have pierced ears, and even older girls don’t tend to change their earrings often, they are a ’safe’ sort of jewelry that is not easily lost like bracelets or pendants can be. The Pandora range has some lovely bright, happy designs, like the pink enamel flowers at right. These come in several different colors – we chose the pink for Leo littlies. Look for the light blue for Virgo girls. Every color also comes in a drop design also, which may be suitable for older girls, and there is plenty of matching jewelry available!

However, younger girls do love the prominence and sweetness of bracelets. Choose a baby style one, even for slightly older girls, for safety. The Me to You range is specially designed for kids, with the sweet teddy, star and heart motifs throughout. This baby bracelet is made from sterling silver, with an engraved ‘Me to You’ on the outside of the bangle, a dangling star with engraved Tatty Teddy and a blue cubic zirconia. A great choice for neat, sweet Virgo girls!

For the more adult (but no less young at heart!) Virgo vixen, the Hot Diamonds range has some cool, sleek pieces. We love the heart design bracelet at right, as both a family and romantic gift for Virgos. The orderliness of the aligned hearts will appeal to these tidy women, as will the clean, shining sterling silver base. The bracelet has eight brilliant cut diamonds in the links, and measures 18cm in total. It has been rhodium plated for enhanced shine and tarnish resistance, also.

The pink pearl necklace at right is truly a piece for all ages – adult women will love the sweet, feminine look, and children and teenagers will enjoy the layered design and the unique flower crystal in the center of the necklace. The necklace area is 41cm long, so is suitable for average adult necks as well as children, and the drop section is a further 11cm long. The necklace is made of sterling silver and the pearls are freshwater, making for excellent affordability! A lovely pick for colorful Leo ladies.

Cool, calm Virgos have a signature color of blue for their sign – and being around these deep, collected women you can understand why. The sky blue and deep blue topaz pendant at right is one of our more popular designs, with 4mm x 6mm oval cut gems set on 9ct white gold. It is a dainty 2.5cm long, and is suitable for office and everyday wear as well as evening wear. It is also incredibly well priced for all that gemstone weight – you can layby it for less than the price of a takeaway lunch and coffee each week!

If there’s one thing we at Gilletts are familiar with, it’s what type of jewelry will suit what type of women! Keep browsing in our hand-picked Gift Ideas for Her section, and if you have any questions or want any pointers, just click the Live Help link at the right of screen.

Stunning Diamond Pendant

There’s a reason that pendants and necklaces are the oldest form of jewelry known to man! They are easy to carry, hard to lose, don’t get caught on things easily – and are in a prime position for showing off! If you’ve hit on jewelry as a gift idea for a loved one this June, pendants and necklaces are one sort of jewelry that you can never have enough of. We have a look at some of our hot picks for both dynamic, social-butterfly Geminis, and quieter, more conservative Cancerians.

Gemstone pendant with interchangeable beads

Inori Black Men’s Pendant

Black Geometric Men’s Pendant

Gemstone and DIamond Necklace

Black Pearl Necklace

Unisex Heart Pendant with Chain

Inori Brand Chain Necklace

Gold Silk Cord

Blue Silk Cord

The beautiful white diamond necklace at the beginning of the article is perfect for Cancerian girls. It is a luxury item, but if this is given as a romantic gift your wife or girlfriend will guard it with her life … you may have noticed that Cancerian chicks are protective, emotional, and very strong when necessary! The wave design is bound to appeal to the ocean-loving ladies of Cancer. The diamond is a .21ct G color, Si clarity stone, and the base metal is a deliciously luxurious 18ct white gold. The 18ct white gold chain pictured is also included – no hidden costs!

Geminis are dynamic girls that thrive on change and stimulation – making jewelry that changes with their moods perfect for them! The pendant at right comes with three different faceted gemstone beads, which can be changed at will. The beads include a blue topaz, purple amethysts and orange-yellow citrine. The pendant itself is made in 18ct yellow gold, one of Gemini’s signature colors. It is a stand alone item, and the sweet silver contrast ring around the top and bottom of the container means that you can choose either a silver tone, white gold, or yellow gold chain for this, and each of them will look good!

Pendants are as much a male form of jewelry as female (although men may be content to wear the same one for most of the week, whereas the fairer sex will change them every day!). The black Inori pendant at right is perfect for Cancer guys – straightforward, conservative and not too conspicuous. It measures a nice, mid-sized 3.5cm, and is made of a tough and durable stainless steel.

Despite the differences between the two zodiac signs, some of their top picks for jewelry are eerily similar! The geometric pendant at right is a great choice for Gemini guys. These men love a mental challenge, and the geometric design harks back to math classes in high school … as well as having the distinct look of a maze that cannot be solved! It is made of stainless steel with black enamel, and features free shipping across Australia.

The slender and sweet gemstone necklace at right is one of our favorite necklaces for Gemini ladies. These sociable, active women will find plenty of occasions to wear this out on the town, and she’ll love the color and life of the natural design. The necklace features 11 marquise cut gemstones, each 5mm long by 2mm wide, as well as five natural diamonds. The leaves are peridots, while the flowers are a mixture of garnets and amethysts. The stones are set on 18ct white gold, and the 18ct white gold chain that is pictured is included.

Cancer girls will like something a little simpler and more conservative, and the black pearl necklace at right blends the sophistication of black, with the classicism of pearls. Pearls are also the birthstone for June, making them doubly suitable! The drop section of the chain is 5cm long, and the chain itself is quite individual, with a unique mesh link pattern.

The unisex heart pendant at right is great for both male and female Cancerians, being one of the signs of the zodiac that lives totally immersed in their emotions! The pendant is made of tough, wear-resistant stainless steel (just like your Cancerian loved one is … the tough and wear resistant part, anyway!), and has a bonus of free shipping.

For Gemini men who prefer simpler necklaces to the pendant style of neckwear, the Inori chain at right is a great choice. The heavy link style necklace is 55cm long, and quite individual-looking! Perfect for a modern but masculine look for nights out – and for Geminis, there are many nights out . There are two gold PVD plated stainless steel links at the back of the necklace, and the whole thing is held together with a tough Inori style lobster clasp.

While evening wear jewelry can often be wasted on the shyer Cancerian, who’d prefer to just chill out at home, Geminis love an excuse for a party! Even new jewelry can be that excuse – if you are looking for something as bright and individual as your Gemini guy or girl, try adding one of the stand alone pendants from our range to the yellow or blue silk cords pictured at right. Or, for extra strength and color, add the pendant to both of them!

There is a huge range of neckwear jewelry on site, so it would be a pity to stop browsing now! Keep checking out the rest of the range of necklaces and pendants, and just click on the Live Help link at right if you need any assistance.

Moments Diamond Heart Necklace

You know you hold a special place in your Mom’s heart – you can tell by the way she used to give of her own spit to clean your cheeks before school (usually outside the school gate in full view of your friends), by the way she always, always nags you to do what she thinks is right … and especially by the way she calls to check how you’re going, sends you geeky Mom-type cards on your birthday, and looks right in your eyes when she tells you she loves you. A great way to help her hold that vision of you with her, now that you’re too old to spit on, is with a pendant or necklace gift this Mother’s Day! They are easy to wear and come in an enormous variety of styles and prices. Best of all, they sit right next to your Mom’s heart – just like you do. Here are our picks for this Mother’s Day.

Amethyst and Crystal Necklace

Unique diamond pendant

Stylish Black Onyx Pendant

Linelight Diamond Necklace by Hot Diamonds

Pink and green tourmaline pearl necklace

The Hot Diamonds range has been quite busy lately, expanding, improving, twirling and breaking with expectations – and one of the results of all that innovation is the Moments diamond heart necklace at the beginning of the article. There was a lot of mush at the beginning of the article about hearts and all that … and while it may be so cheesy that you can’t read it without crackers, Mums love that sort of stuff! That’s why this sterling silver, rhodium plated necklace tops our list this year. Diamonds are a really versatile gem, picking up whatever colours surround them and amplifying them, so this necklace will suit many different Mums. And the price will suit just about every wallet!

The amethyst and crystal necklace at right is a completely different style of necklace – but then again, most of us have completely different styles of mother! It is a gorgeous, fun everyday piece, with surprisingly versatile deep purple amethysts and rock crystals. The amethyst beads are 4mm across, set with 6mm rock crystal, and the necklace itself is very reasonably priced for all of that sparkly luxury … as well as featuring free shipping!

For a little more luxury and decadence this Mother’s Day, go for something like the unique diamond pendant at right. Diamonds and white gold look great on fair-toned women, blonde or with pale skin, and also very dramatic on dark-skinned mothers. The white gold is 18ct, and the diamond that makes the centre piece is a .14ct, G colour, Si clarity, meaning it’s exceptionally high quality – the type of diamond that most ladies would envy in an engagement ring.

We love going from extreme to extreme – and the black onyx pendant is as far as you can get from diamonds and 18ct gold, with its dramatic, outgoing nature and fun personality. It is priced as party jewelry, so if you have a Mum whose Saturday night calendar puts yours to shame, this is perfect for her! The onyx piece is a luxuriously weight 8.4g, and set on a vibrant, bubbling-patterned sterling silver attachment.

Still in the evening wear area, but with a bit more subdued elegance, we come to a necklace that is recognizably Hot Diamonds, but with a definite personality of its own. This necklace is called Linelight (no, not ‘Limelight’ ), and has a stunning 5.7cm pendant section, set on a graceful 45cm chain. It has been rhodium plated for shine, and also includes a 0.02ct genuine white diamond … a little surprise among all that slinky silver!

There is a reason that classical style women have been wearing pearls for centuries – their subtle shine, luminescence and soft beauty have no parallels in the gemstone world. However, the contrast of a traditional refractive gem can look beautiful with pearls, just as in this pink and green tourmaline pearl necklace. The chain is set with small cultured pearls, and there is an enormous 12mm cultured lake pearl, along with pink and green tourmaline gemstones, as the centrepiece. You can use the necklace to dress up your jeans, or create a vintage look for evening wear .. but mostly you can use it to make your Mum know  ‘Awww! I love you!’ .

Pendants and necklaces together represent one of the biggest categories in store – plenty of choices for you!