Buying Guides

These beautiful collections offer the discerning lover of exquisite jewellery a wonderful choice of styles, and we hope that selecting from the collections will be as much a journey of discovery as an adventure into an exciting new world of quality, taste and style.

There are as many aspects to a woman’s sense of style as there are facets to an immaculately cut diamond. You may need a little advice to help you choose the perfect piece of jewellery for a special occasion such as a birthday or anniversary, or need help deciding which of our exquisite pieces go with a certain style or look.

The links below will take you through to our individual Collections and selected pieces, helping you to buy with complete confidence.

Many people will have a clear idea of what they’re looking for, but for those who need a little extra help we have compiled answers to some of the most commonly asked questions below.

Why Expressions Des Bijoux?

Expressions Des Bijoux scours Europe’s Jewellery workshops for unique pieces, so you don’t have to...

In this stage of mass production, it’s natural to hanker for the handcrafted and the artisanal, those beautiful objects discovered by happy accident. When it comes to jewellery, Expressions Des Bijoux is doing just that- answering the call for those of us who, though our busy lives won’t permit it, prefer our jewels to be glittering prizes tracked down on our travels.

Expressions Des Bijoux showcases the fruit of these trips – a gallery of the finest pieces she discovers, pieces she feels best represent her tastes and ethos. Featuring eight different collections, each one based around a different theme or location, the Expressions Des Bijoux gallery is a veritable treasure trove .

A unique selection of pieces created by artisanal jewellers from across Europe , Expressions Des Bijoux is an exclusively online boutique. Each piece is handcrafted and original in design, appealing t those who demand their jewellery to be truly expressive.

By bringing these pieces together in one place, Rosita Heshmati, curator of Expressions Des Bijoux, has allowed us access to what would normally be out of reach; the result of her voyages across the continent in search of highly individual designs.

These Collections represent some only the most individual expressions of the jewellery designer’s art. Each piece is an exquisite expression of luxury, exclusivity, comfort and affordability – qualities which are the hallmarks of Expressions-des-Bijoux.

Which precious metals and gemstone should I choose?

Every woman’s taste in jewellery is highly individual, but it’s surprisingly easy to find the key to what works for her. Notice what she chooses to wear and remember the precious metals and gemstones she prefers. Is her favourite jewellery made from white, yellow or rose gold? Does she favour diamonds over pearls or rubies over emeralds?

Everything you need to know is there; the jewellery she wears admires or wishes for, especially when she’s dressed for a special occasion...

What should I buy?

Knowing what to buy, a ring or a pendant for example, can sometimes be as difficult to decide on as whether to buy gold or silver jewellery. Again, the answer is to notice what she likes to wear.

This will give you some invaluable clues and insights. Does she generally prefer to wear a pendant or a brooch? Is a particular type of earrings; like drop ones something she never leaves home without? A woman can never have too much of the type jewellery she dearly loves to wear.

If there is an item she wears all the time and never takes off, then it must be very important to her. Is it made of gold or silver, what type of stones does it feature? If you buy something to match it and complete an ensemble, she is sure to be delighted.

The EDB Collection The EdesB Collection is a small selection of our one-of-a-kind & editor's choice from our seven collections for you.

The Palazzo Collection is jewellery that makes more of a statement and is the perfect accessory for when the occasion is more formal, and is for the woman wants to feel at her most self-assured

The Byzantium Collection has a strong sense of its own unique style and combines artistic influences from both east and west. The jewellery is bold, striking and has a distinctly tactile feel which will bring out self-confidence and reflect a spirit of adventure.

The Riviera Collection has a mood all of its own which is sunny and bouncy and will appeal to the woman who is fashion conscious and enjoys shaping her own individual sense of style. 

The Carnevale Collection is stylish and sophisticated jewellery displaying exuberant colours and compliments the woman who loves life and lives it to the full with a smile.

The Oceania Collection has a joyous and slightly youthful feel, and with its echoes of the sea appeals to the woman who is sensual and in tune with nature and the natural world.

The Del Lago Collection has a mood all of its own which is bright and playful and will appeal to the woman who is fashion conscious and enjoys shaping her own individual sense of style.

The Classique Collection is dramatic without being “showy” and beautifully underlines the classic sense of style inherent in every woman by accentuating her natural charm and femininity.

Which of the Collections will best suit her sense of style?

What makes the expressions-Des-Bijoux approach different is that these gorgeous pieces have been careful selected and curated into Collections that are themed by style, mood and that special something which is best described as how they move a woman.

Choosing by look

If you’ve noticed the style of jewellery she wears, ornate or simple, big and weighty or delicate and discreet, then simply decide by looking at the glorious colour photographs that reveal both the quality and detail of the jewellery.

For example, for striking, bold, heavy designs that make more of a statement then our Byzantium Collection could well be the answer.

Alternatively, if you’re looking to complement a more understated sense of style, and want something more youthful, the Del Lago Collection will spoil you for choice.

Each Collection has its own distinct look and feel and one or more of the Collections are sure to be right for different senses of style and mood.

Simply let your eyes wander over the different Collections, their beautiful and stylish suggestions will suggest themselves to you.

Choosing by mood

Each and every gift of jewellery should be an “inspired” choice, so to help you find the right inspiration we’ve described each Collection in terms of its mood and style, echoing a woman’s sense of self.

Special occasions

Nothing celebrates an important occasions, or makes it more extra special, than precious jewellery, especially when the jewels are fashioned by European artisan designers and set in hand-crafted designs of fine gold and silver.

Birthday

Since time immemorial birthdays have always been associated with gemstones. When you give her the gift of fine jewellery to celebrate the day she was born she will remember the moment forever. Presented in our signature black gift box, embossed with our elegant gold logo, it will reveal feelings in ways that words can never express.

And never more so than when she opens the beautiful little box to reveal jewellery displaying her birthstones.

• January- Garnet
  

Garnet is known as the “Passion Stone” and garnets inspire love, sensuality and intimacy. Garnet is one of the most romantic of gemstones and you will see the fire leap in her eyes when she sees for the first time an exquisite item of fine jewellery, set in finely wrought gold or silver, displaying the rich, vibrant colours of garnets.

(Garnet Jewellery at ExpressionsDesBijoux)

• February - Amethyst
  

No woman can resist being moved by the rich purple and violet hues of Amethyst. Within the deep colours swirl powerful energies that will heighten her emotions and feelings of love and devotion. Amethyst also says that your feelings for her run deep and are charged with passion.

(Amethyst Jewellery at ExpressionsDesBijoux)

• March - Aquamarine
  

The gift of aquamarine jewellery is the gift of eternal love with all the depth and passion of the ocean captured within its alluring shades of blue. Beautiful to look at and sensual to wear, aquamarine can be worn with all styles of outfit and will be a gift she will treasure always.

(Aquamarine Jewellery at ExpressionsDesBijoux)

• April - Diamond
  

Nothing will make her feel more loved than the gift of diamond jewellery. This most precious of gemstones symbolises everlasting love and a gift of diamond jewellery will tell her more about your love for her than words ever can. Diamonds also symbolise purity and give feelings of immense joy to the woman who wears them. Their natural brilliance also makes diamonds the perfect accessory to compliment to any look or outfit, whatever the occasion.

(Diamond Jewellery at ExpressionsDesBijoux)

• May – Emerald
  

Nothing in the world of nature matches the deep natural green of an emerald, especially when set in yellow gold or silver. Emeralds are amongst the rarest and most valuable of gemstones and they were so treasured by Queen Cleopatra that she had her own emerald mine. Since ancient times emeralds have awoken deep feelings and emotions and heighten natural beauty.

(Emerald Jewellery at ExpressionsDesBijoux)

• June - Pearl
  

Pearls are the most highly individual of gifts because every pearl is inspired by a work of nature at her most artistic. Worn at her throat, pearls add lustre to a woman’s skin tone and a special glow. There is nothing like a string of pearls to make a woman feel more sensual and feminine.

(Pearl Jewellery at ExpressionsDesBijoux)

• July - Ruby
  

The deep red of ruby creates the most dramatic of gemstones, and rubies are more highly prized even than diamonds. Known as the Queen of all Gemstones a gift of ruby jewellery, whether set in gold or silver, will awaken deep passions.

(Ruby Jewellery at ExpressionsDesBijoux)

• August – Peridot
  

Peridot is a stone of lightness and beauty, and such is peridot’s purity of colour that the ancients considered the stone to be a gift from Mother Nature herself. Peridot’s bewitching shades of olive green never overpower and will quietly compliment a woman’s subtle sense of elegance and style.

(Peridot Jewellery at ExpressionsDesBijoux)

• September – Sapphire
  

A gift of sapphires conveys undying love because a sapphire is the “stone of destiny.” Sapphires are represented by all the colours of the rainbow so there is a sapphire for every woman’s mood and her every emotion. But the most highly prized sapphires are of a deep royal blue, reflecting true depth of feeling. A gift of sapphires is a statement of undying love.

(Sapphire Jewellery at ExpressionsDesBijoux)

• October – Opal
  

No woman can resist the special allure and romance of opals. Known as “the rainbow stone”, opals are highly prized for their beautiful displays of rich spectral colours. Wearing opals make eyes shine in ways you’ve never seen before.

(Opal Jewellery at ExpressionsDesBijoux)

• November – Citrine
  

Citrine is named after its beautiful colour which can range from a zesty lemon yellow to a warm brown like the amber of a lion’s eye. No woman can resist the warm tones of citrine especially when set in beautiful designs of gold and silver, nor citrine’s smooth texture and flowing energies.

(Citrine Jewellery at ExpressionsDesBijoux)

• December - Turquoise & Topaz
  

Topaz displays an exotic range of colours that are said to match the many moods a woman feels and the different aspects of her personality. Topaz talks to the emotions like no other precious or semi-precious stone, creating a sense of calm and serenity.

(Turquoise & Topaz Jewellery at ExpressionsDesBijoux)

Wedding Anniversaries

Nothing calls for beautiful jewellery like a wedding anniversary as a symbol of fidelity and undying love. Every anniversary year has its own gemstone (see below). Alternatively any item of diamond jewellery, which symbolises undying love, is always the perfect choice. So too is the gift of an eternity ring.

1st Anniversary- Gold Jewellery; Alternate- Peridot (Link to suggestions...)

2nd Anniversary- Garnet (Link to suggestions...)

3rd Anniversary- Pearls; Alternate- Jade (Link to suggestions...)

4th Anniversary- Blue Topaz; Alternate- Blue Zirconia (Link to suggestions...)

5th Anniversary- Sapphire; Alternate- Pink Tourmaline (Link to suggestions...)

6th Anniversary- Amethyst; Alternate- Turquoise (Link to suggestions...)

7th Anniversary- Onyx; Alternates- Yellow Sapphire, Golden Beryl (Link to suggestions...)

8th Anniversary- Tourmaline; Alternate- Tanzanite (Link to suggestions...)

9th Anniversary- Lapis; Alternates- Amethyst, Green Spinel (Link to suggestions...)

10th Anniversary- Diamond; Alternate- Blue Sapphire (Link to suggestions...)

11th Anniversary- Turquoise; Alternates- Citrine, Yellow Zirconia (Link to suggestions...)

12th Anniversary- Jade; Alternate- Opal (Link to suggestions...)

13th Anniversary- Citrine; Alternates- Moonstone (Link to suggestions...)

14th Anniversary Opal; Alternates- Agate, Bloodstone (Link to suggestions...)

15th Anniversary- Ruby; Alternates- Garnet, Alexandrite (Link to suggestions...)

16th Anniversary- Peridot; Alternate- Red Spinel (Link to suggestions...)

17th Anniversary- Watches; Alternate- Carnelian (Link to suggestions...)

18th Anniversary- Chrysobery; Alternate- Aquamarine (Link to suggestions...)

19th Anniversary- Aquamarine; Alternate- Garnet (Link to suggestions...)

20th Anniversary Emerald; Alternate- Yellow or Golden Diamond (Link to suggestions...)

21st Anniversary- Iolite (Link to suggestions...)

22nd Anniversary- Spinel (Link to suggestions...)

23rd Anniversary- Imperial Topaz (Link to suggestions...)

24th Anniversary- Tanzanite (Link to suggestions...)

25th Anniversary- Silver Jubilee; Alternates- Tsavorite, Green Garnet (Link to suggestions...)

30th Anniversary- Pearl Jubilee (Link to suggestions...)

35th Anniversary- Emerald (Link to suggestions...)

40th Anniversary- Ruby (Link to suggestions...)

45th Anniversary- Sapphire; Alternate- Cat’s Eye (Link to suggestions...)

50th Anniversary- Golden Jubilee; Alternate- Imperial or Golden Topaz (Link to suggestions...)

Other anniversaries

An important date or memory doesn’t have to be a wedding anniversary to be worthy of the gift of Expressions-des-Bijoux jewellery. No woman can resist a surprise, and surprises don’t come any more special than the gift of gemstones set in hand-crafted gold or silver.

Birth of a baby

The birth of a baby is the most important moment in any couple’s life and is traditionally celebrated with an eternity ring, symbolising that life together will now be as a family. Other gifts of jewellery to celebrate this happiest of events include pendants and necklaces.

Congratulations

Nothing says, “I’m so proud of you” like the gift of jewellery. A special achievement calls for something extra special and there is so much in our range of individual Collections that will celebrate a true sense of achievement.

Celebrations

Celebrations come in all shapes and sizes. It can be something small and romantic like the day you move in together, or more important like landing that new job. However you choose to remember all the little milestones that make life so worthwhile, nothing does it better than a gift of a piece of jewellery in memory of something special that and an only be shared by two people.

Graduation

Graduation with a degree or diploma isn’t just about the last few years spent at college or university, it’s the culmination of years of study, so doesn’t the day deserve to be commemorated with something out of the ordinary. After all, graduating is an “extra-ordinary” achievement.

Friendship

A friendship gift  is one of the most important pieces of jewellery you will ever buy, and she will ever wear. No other piece of jewellery is infused with so much idealistic meaning and promise.

Engagement

Nothing is more romantic than an engagement. Even if he doesn’t get down on one knee, it will still be the single moment in her life that every woman knows she will remember every detail of forever, especially if he pops the question out of the blue. And every time she looks at her engagement ring, all those feelings of love and excitement will come flooding back. So if you want to make sure she says “Yes” make it Expressions-des-Bijoux.

Wedding

A wedding ring is the most precious item of jewellery a woman will ever own. At Expressions-des-Bijoux we never forget that a wedding ring says so much about both the giver and receiver, and what they mean to each other. More than this, we know that wedding rings stay in families for generations and are bequeathed from mother to daughter to grand-daughter. All of our wedding rings have been selected not only for the purity of the stones and the beauty of the designs, but also for the timeless quality of the craftsmanship that ensures they will become family heirlooms for generations to come.

New Mother

Many proud fathers are moved to celebrate the birth of a new baby with a gift of precious jewellery for the mother. It celebrates his love for her and will remind you both of a new son or daughter forever.

Expression of Thanks

When it deserves a special thank you, nothing says it with more depth of feeling than beautiful jewellery. Whether it’s something small or a grander gesture, the gift of jewellery expresses gratitude perfectly.

Just because

If there’s one thing a woman loves more than jewellery, it’s spontaneity. So imagine how her eyes will light up when the two go hand in hand and you present her with a beautiful piece of hand crafted jewellery just because you care, or want to show you love her, or know it will make her happy.

Important times of the year

Christmas

Christmas is a special time for giving, but sometimes the problem is knowing what to give! How to make a gift stand out at Christmas as being extra special? Nothing compares to a gift of beautiful jewellery, and never more so than at the one time of the year that symbolises peace and love.

Expressions-des-Bijoux can solve the problem at a click. We can make it a very happy Christmas, and one she’ll never forget, with the gift of fine jewellery. Her eyes might just light up like a Christmas tree.

New Year

New Year is s very spiritual and emotional time. As one year passes we reflect on all that was good in the last 12 months, and look forward to the next with excitement and perhaps at times a little apprehension.

A gift of jewellery at this time shows that you are perfectly in tune with a woman’s reflective mood.

Easter

What better way to lift her spirits and literally put some sparkle in her life than dazzling diamond jewellery or a radiant semi-precious gemstone set in one of our beautiful hand-crafted designs.

Mother’s Day

Having a baby is a wonderful event, and nothing compares to bringing new life into the world. At Expressions-des-Bijoux we have many beautiful and bewitching ways to say thank you to her for giving you the most precious gift of all.

Saint Valentine’s Day

Most men give the woman in their lives flowers on St Valentine’s Day, or perfume or perhaps expensive chocolates. But if she is truly special then nothing says “I love you” more romantically than the gift of Expressions-des-Bijoux jewellery.

Personal Style

Casual wear

Jewellery can be worn with a sense of abandon just as much as with a sense of style. When a woman is feeling light and car-free she can still want to feel the energising texture of wearing semi-precious and precious stones to heighten her mood. Many of the items of jewellery in our Collections reflect this effervescent mood with bright colours and playful designs.

Formal wear

Every woman wants to look her best at a formal occasion, when she knows all eyes will be glued on her. Just as important she wants to feel her best too, and nothing gives a woman the inner glow of self-confidence more than to be wearing a stunning outfit which is accessorised by fine jewellery. The designs in our Collections have been carefully selected to work with any label, and any look.

Business wear

For today’s woman, fashion has just as much a place in the office or boardroom as it does on the catwalk. Nothing gives a professional woman that inners sense of strength and confidence to make it in a man’s world than wearing quality jewellery.

Holiday wear

Every woman dreams of escaping from the everyday, and the more exotic the destination the better. It also creates a perfect excuse to shop for a new holiday wardrobe. So why not surprise her with a gift of jewellery to go with her new fashion choices. We’ve selected designs that add a touch of charm and sparkle to any holiday look.

Bridal wear

It’s the most special day of any woman’s life when everything has to work perfectly, so why leave anything to chance. There is nothing like a diamond, set in gold or silver, and handcrafted by one of our renowned designers, to seal the moment when you both say “I do”.

At Expressions-des-Bijoux we also have precious jewels that she will treasure forever, and which will ensure that your future life together will always be "for richer" and never "for poorer".