With in-person graduation ceremonies canceled, an exceptional graduation gift can save your grad’s special day. Believe us, they’ll look gooooood over Zoom!
So, what are the most popular graduation gifts? Most seem to consist of classic daily wear staples like diamond earrings, Tennis bracelets, and rings. You know, pieces that graduates can wear on special occasions for the rest of their lives, starting with that first post-college interview for their dream job.
Graduation Gifts: EARRINGS
Diamond earrings are THE most popular graduation gifts. These petite sparklers pack a punch in a versatile package. They’re perfect for work, for casual weekends, and for happy hours with new friends in new cities.
Milgrain Bezel Diamond Stud Earrings
“Bought these for our daughter, who’s graduating college. They’re beautiful – they catch the light and sparkle! Our daughter loves them.”
-Sandra C.
Bezel Diamond Stud Earrings
“I ordered beautiful diamond solitaire earrings for my daughter’s graduation and they were more lovely than I expected. Bravo!”
-Shannon D.
Pavé Open Circle Diamond Earrings
“The diamond quality and setting are absolutely gorgeous!! I’m so glad I ordered these for my daughter who is graduating next week!”
-Nora M.
GRADUATION GIFT-GIVING TIPS!
- Choose a piece that complements your graduate’s style or fills in a gap in their jewelry collection.
- Collaborate with family & friends. If aunt Judy is set on gifting earrings, move your focus over to bracelets or rings.
Graduation Gifts: BRACELETS
Bracelets are incredibly meaningful graduation gifts that give off a different class of shine. Not only are diamond bracelets classy, but they’re also simply the epitome of professionalism. When your graduate slips on one of these bracelets, they’ll feel ready to take on the world.
Two-Prong Diamond Tennis Bracelet
“This bracelet was my high school graduation gift, and I couldn’t be happier! It is impossibly elegant yet also simple enough to wear with sweats.”
-Claire S.
Boho Diamond Bracelet
“My husband and I bought this for our daughter who graduated from law school. She was so surprised, happy, and very grateful. My daughter loved the bracelet and of course, we knew we had made the right choice.”
-Laura P.
MORE GRADUATION GIFT-GIVING TIPS!
- Give graduation gifts before the ceremony. That way, your scholar can look stunning walking across the stage (or appearing on Zoom) to receive that diploma.
- Ask the scholar! Is there a piece of jewelry they’ve had their eye on? Find their dream jewelry design together.
Graduation Gifts: RINGS
What? A diamond ring – for graduation? Though it may seem far-fetched, “engagement rings” are super popular graduation gifts. Why? One reason may be that they can be engraved for free. A memorable inscription will always remind your new grad of their academic achievement! That’s why diamond rings are the go-to choice for those searching for meaningful jewelry graduation gifts.
Knife-Edge Solitaire Diamond Ring
“I bought this as a gift for myself after graduation. The stone, the quality, and the setting are amazing.”
-Yashaswini Y.
Vintage Infinity Diamond Ring
“I ordered this ring for my daughter’s college graduation, and she was wearing the ring when she walked on graduation day…amazing!”
-Timothy F.
Five-Stone Diamond Ring
“My parents gave me this five-stone ring when I graduated college. I wear it on my right hand and the diamonds are amazing.”
-Nguyen L
More bright gifts for the brightest graduates:
- How to Choose A Foolproof Gift
- Holiday Jewelry Gift Trends
- Jewelry Gifts Under $1000
- Your Guide To Diamond Bracelets
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