Peridot on Yellow Gold Ring

All jewelry, just like all people fits somewhere into the two-sided spectrum of classical-versus-modern styling … if you know a woman or man who is ever-elegant, cordially classy and loves the simpler, yet richer things in life, you should be looking for a classical jewelry present. However, as easy as our site is to navigate, it is unfortunately more difficult to categorize pieces according to these more subjective criteria … so we have picked out the best of the bunch as gift ideas for August birthdays this month!

Dainty Peridot Earrings

Peridot is the birthstone for August, and luckily, no matter what type of person you are buying a birthday gift for this month, it can easily be incorporated into both classical and modern style jewelry. It is quite a durable, hard and rare stone, and jewelry mad from peridots can vary from the subtly superb to the fantastically colorful. A great example of peridot’s classical use is at the start of the article - it is incorporated by itself into the rich classicism of a yellow gold ring. You can also see quite a delicate and classical peridot piece just above - these 2.5mm earrings are not just for those on a budget - they create a very definite, dainty style for whoever wears them. They are set on yellow gold (again, one of the more classical materials), and are the perfect accompaniment to a larger gift. They have post and butterfly fittings, for pierced ears.

Pandora Peridot and Pearl Earrings

The entire Pandora range has an old-world classicism, and these gorgeous pearl and peridot earrings are no exception. Pearls are one of the most elegant gemstones to include in jewelry, and the gorgeous natural green of the peridot gives them an individual yet stylish flavor. The pearls are drops set on huggie earrings, for comfort and sleek design. They are part of a matching set of Pandora jewelry, which includes necklaces, beads, rings and earrings. The pearl earrings above match with the peridot flower bead shown below, which is made for inclusion on Pandora personalized charm bracelets.

Pandora Peridot Flower Charm

Pandora Necklace with Champagne Pearl and Diamond

For those richly beautiful women, these Pandora champagne pearl necklaces are a great accent to their refined beauty! It is made from 14ct yellow gold, and the flower that is above the pearl is set with a genuine .2 ct diamond. Diamonds and pearls … it doesn’t get much more luxurious or decadent! The champagne pearl offers somehting truly different, while preserving a classical feel. You can see the necklace above, and there are also matching earrings below. Pandora charms and rings are also available - just click on the product to see its description, and you will see the images of the ring and charm.

Pandora Champagne Pearl and Diamond Earrings

Men’s Gold, Mother of Pearl and Cubic Zirconia Cufflinks

Like we said, there isn’t anything more stirringly classical than the combination of diamonds and pearls, and this is just as true in men’s jewelry. These superbly stylish gold cufflinks feature mother of pearl and cubic zirconias, so they have exactly the same feel and look as pearl and diamond, but not the huge price tag. If you are looking for a classical men’s jewelry gift this August, these will have to make the shortlist!

Georgini Green Cubic Zirconia Earrings

The Georgini range is new in store, and a great range to check out if you are looking for a classical, feminine gift on a budget this August. The green earrings pictured above are very close in color to peridot, the birthstone for August, but they are much more budget friendly than real peridots. They are set on sterling silver, and also feature free shipping, along with everything else you order at the same time!

If you haven’t quite found the right classical gift for your male or female friend, don’t stress - just keep browsing in the men’s jewelry gift finder or the women’s jewelry gift finder. Remember to check the descriptions of products you like, you may find they have free shipping, or great discounts … there are a ton of surprises waiting!