My mom is absolutely the best mom in the world and then some, so I always seek out thoughtful and meaningful gifts for birthdays, holidays, and of course, Mother’s Day.
When the opportunity came up to team up with Martha Stewart Jewelry to see a pair of their latest fashion pieces in person, I knew it was well-worth a look because I’ve been a fan of her brand for many years.
I’ll admit that my first hurdle was picking out the perfect piece, as MSJ has an impressive lineup to choose from, and I wanted to analyze the lab grown citrine and diamonds ring and pearl bracelet before she got an early Mother’s Day gift.
She brings light and warmth into my life every day, so she deserves nothing less than a top-tier a brilliant present, and these shimmering pieces certainly meet my lofty expectations.
Pros
- Timelessly chic.
- Relatively inexpensive for the style and quality.
- Impressive array of sizes and styles available.
- Beautiful lab grown stones.
- Made to last.
Cons
- A wide selection means some combinations may not be readily available.
Specifications
- Length: Seven inches.
- Materials: Yellow-gold plated metal and iridescent glass pearls.
- Number of strands: Four.
- Price: $39.99.
Again, as a man searching through a rainbow of vibrant gemstones to find the best option for his mom, I’m thankful for the array of size, shape, design, and gem types offered. It took me a little longer than I had expected, but it well worth the hunt to find something extra-special.
This ring sports a sizable lab-grown citrine gem on a raised sterling silver ring that positions the stone in a way so we could see underneath it and enjoy light shining through the deep honey-like citrine gem at all angles.
The literal halo of shimmering lab grown diamonds gives the ring a refined timeless look that looks stellar encircling citrine, but will give your mom’s favorite gemstone a lovely cheerful glow too.
Martha Stewart Jewelry Four Strand Pearl and Gold Ball Bracelet
Specifications
- Gemstone: Citrine (featured), Amethyst, Emerald, Aquamarine, Ruby, Pink Sapphire.
- Lab grown gems: Yes.
- Synthetic gemstone carats: 7.
- Gemstone size: 14 x 10 mm.
- Ring size: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9.
- Price: $249.
While I thought the ring was a classy piece, it was paramount to hear my mom’s thoughts, and she absolutely loves it.
Some of her biggest feedback points include how the smooth silver band is comfortable to wear for hours on end along with how sturdy it feels, how she appreciated how the ring sparkles and passes through the citrine in natural light, and that it effortlessly fits into her wardrobe.
If I had a dollar for every time she called it pretty, I could retire- and at a price point of $249, it’s certainly worth the investment to see her glowing brighter than the ring itself.
7 1/3 Carat Emerald Cut Citrine Halo Ring with Lab Grown Diamonds in Sterling Silver
In My Expert Opinion
Although I’ve never seen my mom wearing pearls before, this lustrous model received the highest praise it could have received from her: “I’m not normally into pearls, but I’d definitely wear that because it’s really cute.”
At just under $40, it’s an easy buy for anyone who knows their loved ones appreciate golden pieces and pearls, and some of the other positive marks she gave this bracelet include: “it feels like it’ll last a very long time,” “It’s cozy and doesn’t feel heavy of bulky,” (despite its seven-inch length!) and how she liked how its lobster-claw clasp ensured it wasn’t going anywhere despite her active lifestyle.
Its twisty strands of golden metal and pearlescent balls are eternally classy, it’s a rock-solid design that is likely to survive your mom’s active lifestyle, and its inexpensive price will easily let you grab some chocolate or flowers to go with it this Mother’s Day.
