The best jewelry advent calendars of 2021

When it comes to gift-giving pursuits, jewelry advent calendars are sought-after treasure troves spanning budgets and styles. Explore this year's cream of the crop.

'Tis the season for cozy apparel, holiday parties, and advent calendars, hailed for their exceptional value. But long over are the days of chocolate-stuffed boxes and knickknacks—today's offerings are unique and sumptuous. Cue: Jewelry advent calendars.

Jewelry advent calendars house luxe gems for the price of one, making great Christmas gifts for friends and family members. And much like beauty advent calendars, many fly off the shelves before December. So, we've hand-selected the best of the class, from luxury and festive collections to personalized options that make for unique Christmas gifts.

Where to find the best jewelry advent calendars in the U.S.

• Catherine Zoraida: View 12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar
• Missoma: View Missoma Advent Calendar at Selfridges U.S
• Wolf & Badger: View Scream Pretty Jewelry Advent Calendar

Where to find the best jewelry advent calendars in the UK

• Catherine Zoraida: View 12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar
• Missoma: View Missoma Advent Calendar at Missoma UK
• John Lewis: View Tutti & Co 12 Days of Gold Jewelry Advent Calendar
• Wolf & Badger: View Scream Pretty Jewelry Advent Calendar

Our pick of the best jewelry advent calendars for 2021

With the above in mind, we've rounded up the best jewelry advent calendars of 2021. Just make sure to snap yours up quickly, as like the most popular candle advent calendars every year, these are guaranteed to sell out fast. Not to mention, shipping will probably be longer than anticipated—after all, most of these options come from small storefronts. 

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Arguably one of the most hotly-anticipated jewelry advent calendars each year, the Missoma advent calendar is a luxury box filled with some of the brand's bestselling pieces.

An offering that would no doubt make one of the best Christmas gifts for her, whether you're looking for Christmas gifts for your wife, daughters, sisters, or friends, this has 12 pieces of premium jewelry—ranging from necklaces to bracelets, earrings, anklets, and even hair clips.

The brand also states that all of the jewelry pieces are gender-neutral designs, so this could even be a lovely token if you're looking for stylish Christmas gifts for men.

• View Missoma Advent Calendar at Selfridges U.S.

This luxury advent calendar could make for a great present if you're looking for sustainable Christmas gifts, as it contains jewelry pieces that are all made from sustainable recycled sterling silver, and gold plated recycled sterling silver.

It features gorgeous earring pieces, including, Huggie Hoop Earrings for those who like to follow current trends, Crescent Moon Stud Earrings for any celestial fans who live by their horoscope, and a selection of edgy cuffs.

• View Scream Pretty Jewelry Advent Calendar at Wolf & Badger UK

A beautiful bespoke jewelry advent calendar that's full of celestial-style trinkets, this jewellery box contains a selection of pieces, including a personalized charm and a stone studded constellation necklace to represent their star sign.

And it's even available in a gold option, a silver option or a rose gold option, so you can either choose what color suits you best or go for the mixed selection that uses all three metals.

• View Story Of You Luxury Jewelry Advent Calendar at Not On The High Street UK

Adorned in festive stars, this ribbon-tied box presents a range of the brand's best-selling jewelry and accessories. Inside, you'll find polished brass gems with sterling silver plating for versatile pairings. Since it's available in both silver and gold, this calendar suits a variety of tastes. 

Meet the 12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar, curated by one of Kate Middleton's holy-grail brands. This bundle spotlights charms for creating bespoke jewelry, along with skin-loving goodies made in collaboration with ILA Spa.

• View 12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar at Catherine Zoraida UK

Unveil a surprise mix of Christmas-themed and nontraditional earrings with this jewelry advent calendar—perfect for kids or as a pick-me-up for yourself.

From ruby-red cherries to wreaths adorned in ornaments, these earrings will revive even the most basic outfits.

Customize your Christmas countdown with this jewelry advent calendar, featuring 12 bags filled with jewelry and accessories.

Along with a personalized message, expect to don new sets of earrings, rings, necklaces, bracelets, and more.

Encased in a themed box, this advent calendar brims with 12 color enamel pins inside numbered trays.

Add your or a loved one's name to the lid as a special token of appreciation—personalized jewelry gifts truly go the extra mile. (Editor's note: There's a 12-character limit.)

• View Personalized Enamel Pin Advent Calendar at Not On The High Street U.S.

With a sophisticated touch, this calendar includes 12 gold-plated jewels made of surgical steel, a grade of stainless steel that won't oxidize or discolor over time.

Included are two necklace and earring sets, plus an assortment of stud and dangle earrings.

What's better than receiving one advent calendar? Being presented with two options, each filled with 10 charms, one bracelet, and one necklace.

Made of fine silver and authentic Swarovski Crystals, these pieces are emblazoned with Christmas motifs and mantras, like "Joy to the World."

Snag a Harry Potter Jewelry Advent Calendar for a truly spellbinding Christmas. Inside the 24 mini boxes are exclusive jewels from Merchoid's Harry Potter collection, so this would be a fantastic present for any Potterheads among your inner circle.

It could even make a good Christmas gift for kids who can't get enough of the franchise. But this option is slated to sell out quickly, so act fast.

The Luxury Edition calendar stays true to its name, with 24 elegant pieces of crystal and pearl jewelry.

In terms of style, these gems are the ultimate minimalist wardrobe staples to pair with any ensemble.

When it comes to chic Christmas gifts for teenagers, Nasty Gal's pout-clad calendar ticks all of the boxes. This box highlights a mix of ornate gold and diamante pieces, like woven hoop earrings, gold-star studs, and more. Plus, the packaging is made of recycled materials.

From ear cuffs and teddy bear rings to butterfly hair claws and phones, the ASOS Advent Calendar is a treasure trove of gems to wear all year round. Inside, you'll find 12 accessories to pair with both casual and fancy frocks.

• View 12 Days Jewelry and Accessories Advent Calendar at ASOS UK

Decorate your ears in Sterling Forever, a premier fashion brand with a sparkly advent calendar. Worth $1,354, this kit comes with 23 assorted pairs of earrings and one ear cuff, made from a mix of sterling silver, 14K-gold plate, and more.

How to choose the best jewelry advent calendars

The search can be overwhelming with an array of options for every budget and taste. To help you shop, we've outlined the most important considerations below:

• Price:  This year’s calendars range from $20/£20 right up to four figures. Therefore, we recommend establishing a budget before beginning your research. Major retailers, like John Lewis, Pandora, and Missoma, boast luxury prices, while other brands are more affordable. 
• Style: To prevent returns or exchanges, assess your recipient’s jewelry style. Do they like classic pieces or novelty trinkets? Do they lean towards gold, silver, or crystal jewels? Do they love earrings or are they into charm bracelets? 
• Value: Albeit pricey, jewelry advent calendars offer great value as they provide gems in bulk. Ultimately, the overall price is considerably cheaper than the investment of individual pieces.