Stuck for Father’s Day inspiration? Visit your Local Independent Jeweller!

Getting it right for Father’s Day can be tricky. It’s difficult to pick a gift which shows your beloved dad just how much they mean to you, and how grateful you are for all of the help they’ve given you over the years. So if you’re lacking inspiration this year, pop along to your local independent jeweller: you’ll find an array of jewellery, watches and gift ideas to suit every dad!

For the traditional Dad: Cufflinks

For dads young and old, there’s still something of the traditional about a man that wears cufflinks. Your local jewellery shop will stock a range of cufflinks in different shapes and styles, and if you’re really after something special, why not ask your local jeweller if they can custom make a pair of cufflinks for you? That way, you’ll really be able to put your stamp on your Father’s Day gift!

For the modern Dad: Jewellery

For the more contemporary dad, why not think about buying them a modern piece of jewellery? For example, a very popular choice for the modern man is a leather bracelet, with a sterling silver catch or link in the middle. Or alternatively, if you’re looking for a present for a young child to give to their father, sterling silver dog tags, perhaps imprinted with the child’s date of birth, or even their finger print, are a great option. Ask your local jeweller about on-trend jewellery for fathers.

For the sentimental Dad: Engraved Giftware

Personalised giftware always goes down very well for Father’s Day. If you’re stuck on an idea, think about what your Dad would like to receive. For example, if your dad is a guitar player, ask your local jeweller about engraving a sterling silver plectrum for you. Or if your father has his own study, you could have a clock engraved with a special message, so that every time they glance up at it, they think about the family that they hold dear.

For every Dad: Watches

Giving a watch for any occasion is a very special gift. If you pick carefully, a watch can symbol just how much that special person means to you, especially when you’ve found the exact style, for both the face and strap, to suit your father. Your local independent jeweller will be able to point you in the right direction for picking the perfect watch; you’ll have a variety of ranges to choose from, such as dress and sports watches from Rotary, and striking British design from Sekonda, so you may just end up being spoilt for choice!

How to Match your Necklace to your Outfit’s Style and Neckline

A beautiful necklace is a staple of any girl’s wardrobe. But it’s always important to make sure that your necklace doesn’t detract from your outfit – or, conversely, that your necklace isn’t swamped by your clothes. While there are no steadfast rules on how to wear a necklace well, and part of the fun of putting together any ensemble is trialling various accessories with it, here are a few simple, yet contemporary, tips from your local independent jeweller on how to match your necklace not only your outfit, but also to your neckline:

Necklaces for: v-neck outfits

This is one of the easiest types of neckline to get right: v-neck tops look simply stunning with pendant necklaces. It’s an easy rule to follow, but if you like to break the rules occasionally, why not ask your local jeweller about layering several pendant necklaces of varying lengths, some of which will hang below the neckline of your top? It’s a modern twist on this traditional look.

Necklaces for: turtlenecks

Turtleneck tops were designed to showcase statement necklaces: if you’re wearing a simple turtleneck in a plain colour under a work suit, for example, a bold, statement piece – perhaps oversized pearls or brightly coloured beads – will bring a simple outfit to life. But don’t confine statement necklaces solely to turtlenecks; their name says it all, and they are designed to attract attention, so feel free to wear a bib-style statement necklace underneath collars on shirts, or with special occasion wear for red carpet glamour. Your local jewellery shop will stock a variety of statement pieces in a range of colours and materials, so you’re bound to find a necklace to suit your needs.

Necklaces for: round neck outfits

The simple answer to necklaces to match round neck tops are, of course, round necklaces, but this doesn’t mean that the look has to be boring. Why not layer several round necklaces to mirror the line of the garment? They can be made of several different materials – think large wooden beads teamed with a vintage style crystal piece and perhaps a chunky chain too. The more eclectic the better! Ask your local independent jeweller to help you mix and match round necklaces to create a diverse look.

Necklaces for: crew line tops

A great way of jazzing up a simple crew line jumper or t-shirt is with a special collar necklace. This type of necklace is rather contemporary, as they are designed to look like a crystal shirt collar – the perfect thing to bring some sparkle to an otherwise simple top! Why not ask your local independent jeweller whether they could custom make a collar necklace, just for you?

Necklaces for: strapless outfits

The answer to necklaces with strapless tops? Well, there isn’t really an answer to this question, as it’s often best to not wear a necklace with a strapless top or dress. Instead, bring such an outfit to life with large earrings and bangles from your local jewellery shop. Or you could, of course, break all of the rules, and bring out that statement necklace again....part of the fun is the trial and error, after all!