How to Buy a Bracelet as a Gift

From bangles to baubles to classics and basics, bracelets come in every shape and size. Think frivolous, fancy or faux when shopping for these decorative gifts.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Gift Ribbons
• Tissue Paper
• Gift Bags
• Gift Bows
• Jewelry Boxes
• Wrapping Paper
• Bracelets
• Tissue paper

1. Determine the materials and/or metals that best suit the recipient. Traditional metals such as gold, silver and platinum are always in style, while beads, gems, colored glass or cloth may be the hot style of a particular season.

2. Choose bangle bracelets for a petite woman. A slender strap with dainty bangles will flatter any thin wrist.

3. Pick a wider bracelet for a tall, bigger-boned woman.

4. Consider a specialized charm bracelet. Charms based on one's travel habits, love of pets or a special hobby are a wonderful way to customize a jewelry piece.

5. Visit fine jewelry stores for more traditional pieces. Check out department stores, boutiques and specialty stores for more modern, funky pieces.

6. Look for antique bracelets or ornate costume jewelry at antique stores. You are bound to find a treasure chest of unique treats at these one-of-a-kind shops.

Tips & Warnings

• Purchase a unique jewelry box and wrap the bracelet inside it. Muted silver, crushed velvet and hand-carved wooden boxes are beautiful choices for storing jewelry.