Jewelry for Girls

Girls of all ages love the sparkle and glamour of their very own jewelry. Playing dress-up with mom's stuff isn't going to cut it -- get the special gal in your life her very own bling.

Baby and Toddler Jewelry

If you're planning on dressing up your infant, be very careful. Babies explore with their mouths and any jewelry can be a choking hazard. Therefore, make sure to always keep an eye out on what your infant is doing with the jewelry.   

That said, baby and toddler jewelry is a great gift idea. Matching jewelry for the mom and child can be an especially unique gift, as it is something that symbolizes that special bond between mother and daughter. Here are some very cute things that your little girl can wear for special occasions. Bracelets are usually the best bet since they pose the least safety hazard. 

Silver Baby Bracelet  Baby bracelets are very popular because it is a nice piece of jewelry to engrave a baby's name or birthdate.	Pearl Earrings  Pearls are also very popular for baby or toddler jewelry because it is believed to represent purity and innocence.	Birthstones  Any jewelry piece with the baby or toddler's birthstone is a great gift. It adds a personal touch and is something that can be appreciated throughout their whole lifetime.

Elementary School Kids

She's developing her own fashion sense now, so let her experiment with fun, colorful things you can pick out together. Your little girl will look pretty as a princess (or a beautiful dragon-slaying warrior queen, if that's her thing) in jewelry cut just to her size. Don't forget that she's still just a kid -- keep the nice stuff for special occasions and let her wear something less fragile on a daily basis. Another great idea is to make jewelry! It's a great bonding activity that will also allow her to express her creativity.   

Colorful Plastic Bracelets  These bracelets are bold, colorful, and perfect for kids who don't quite understand how fragile jewelry can be.	Big Beads  Beads come in all different sizes and colors, making it a great jewelry piece that will attract all little girls.	Disney Character Jewelry  Disney will always be a safe choice. What girl doesn't like minnie mouse or have a favorite Disney princess?	"Grown Up" Plated Jewelry  For girls who just can't wait to grow up, plated jewelry is a safe choice.	Lockets  Lockets have and will always remain a popular jewelry piece for little girls. They're especially great for engravings.

Tweens

School is a great place to pick up fashion trends, so expect a trip to the mall (or two) at the beginning of the school year for what everyone's wearing.  Keep the peace by letter her choose her own jewelry, but maybe get her something nice for her birthday.  She might not wear it much now but she'll appreciate it when she's older. Youth-oriented stores like Claire's are the great places to shop, but also look at smaller boutiques for fun costume jewelry. There are also plenty of gemstones that aren't terribly expensive; for special occasions, a birthstone necklace is a great way to go. 

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Skulls and Pirates  Ever since Johnny and Orlando made piracy hot again, skull motifs have been popping up everywhere.	Charm Bracelets  Just like the adult fashion world, kids of all ages are wearing charms that suit their styles.	Wishing Bracelets  One for her and one for a friend -- wear them until the beads fall out.	Rhinestones  For the girl who likes to glam it up a bit, rhinestones are an inexpensive way to add sparkle.	Cute Earrings  Get her favorite animal, sporting equipment, fruit or flower as an earring -- the choices are limitless.

Jewelry Boxes

If you feel that jewelry is simply not enough, then a jewelry box is a great complement to consider. Girls will especially love how "grown up" they feel when they are able to organize their jewelry, just like their mom! Here are some great types of jewelry boxes any girl will appreciate. 

Musical Jewelry Boxes  Perfect for the girly-girls and hopeless romantics, these musical jewelry boxes are a great way for girls to organize their little pearls and charm bracelets.	Trinket Boxes  Trinket boxes come in all shapes, sizes, colors, and materials, so the possibilities are endless. They are also perfect for engraving!	Zippered Jewelry Boxes  If you're nervous about getting anything expensive and fragile, consider these nice compact and travel-friendly jewelry boxes.

External Links

• About -- A great guide to cleaning and taking care of all types of jewelry
• Capitolagirl-- Blog that focuses strictly on unique jewelry