One sure way to up your typical advent calendar is to invest in a glittering jewellery advent calendar - and yes, they really do exist. Gold, silver and jewelled to your heart's desire, these flashy advent calendars come in as the best option for those who love their bijoux.
Alternative advent calendars have been coming in hot for years now, and let's be honest, who doesn't want a different pair of earrings every day throughout December, topped with a couple of gold pendants, or intricate rings? It's a perfect way to spoil your loved ones in the build-up to Christmas.
Closer's best jewellery advent calendars at a glance:
Best overall jewellery advent calendar: Astrid & Miyu Advent Calendar, £325 on Astrid & Miyu
Best customisable jewellery advent calendar: Abbott Lyon Advent Calendar, £249 on Abbott Lyon
Best high-end jewellery advent calendar: Missoma Jewellery Advent Calendar, £365 on Missoma
This may sound like it would be quite expensive but fear not, while all the jewellery is excellent quality, we have included jewellery advent calendars that are budget-friendly too. That's right - from a mere £12 (thanks to Avon's jewellery advent calendar) you can get your hands on a glorious festive gift.
We suggest you take note of your loved one's preferences - gold or silver? Rings or necklaces? And what's the one accessory they can't go without? So, to get you ready here are the best jewellery calendars to buy online just in time for Christmas...
SHOP: The best jewellery advent calendars
Best overall jewellery advent calendar
www.astridandmiyu.com
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One of the top choices in the jewellery advent calendar, you'll want to run to Astrid & Miyu for the best accessories. Launching on October 10th, there are three calendars you can choose from featuring pieces, hoops, huggies, studs and ear cuffs.
Best customisable jewellery advent calendar
www.abbottlyon.com
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Known for having designer dupes for less, the Abbott Lyon advent calendar has customisable choices, making it the perfect calendar for a jewellery lover. Worth almost £500, this comes in both silver and gold.
Best high-end jewellery advent calendar
www.missoma.com
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Another front-runner in the jewellery advent calendar list is Missoma, known for its timeless jewellery choices. Available in gold, silver, and (for the first time ever) fine 14ct solid gold jewellery editions, the advent calendar is available from the 27th September. You'll want to be quick for this one, though.
Best variety jewellery advent calendar
jomajewellery.com
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For jewellery staples that are made to last, go to Joma Jewellery. With 12 pieces of jewellery that you can layer up and wear endlessly, there's everything including bracelets, necklaces, rings and more in this advent.
Best affordable jewellery advent calendar
www.accessorize.com
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For a super cute choice of jewellery, look to Accessorize. With the brand's Accessorize 12 Days Christmas Advent Calendar, think beads, gems and drops from only £50.
Best keepsake jewellery advent calendar
www.oliverbonas.com
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Look forward to 12 days of wonderful jewel-centric surprises, made to last forever. You can thread different charms onto different gold pieces and really make them your own. Available in gold and silver.
Best Amazon jewellery advent calendar
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Not everyone has the same budget but that doesn't mean you still can't give a thoughtful, beautiful gift to a loved one. The Avon 12 Days of Christmas advent calendar includes a bracelet and charms to make for a Christmas-themed treat.
What are the best advent calendars?
Although most traditional Advent calendars start on the 1st and end on the 25th of December, some last shorter, like 12 days. It's completely up to you which is best to gift, but many jewellery ones tend to be shorter.
There are several different types of Advent calendars these days, such as wine calendars, Friends calendars, crisp advent calendars and of course, even huge beauty calendars. Of course, there are the more traditional ones too, like the classic chocolate calendars (because who can say no to that?)...
Caitlin Casey is a Senior Beauty & Fashion Products Writer for Closer. She covers shopping, women’s lifestyle, popular culture as well as all things trending.