Left to right: Duet Collection, Criss Cross Ring, Spiral Ring, Wave Ring, Beaded Ear Cuff, Seamless Bangle

Aside from delicious feasts, quality family time and feeling down right festive and indulgent, Christmas is also a time for selfless giving. But it's easy to get pulled into the cycle of gifting for gifting's sake, especially considering the holiday has become highly commercialised. Scrambling to finding the perfect gifts for your loved ones as soon as the season comes around makes the whole process all the more stressful (don't worry, we've all been there!).

But what if you could give something that would make everyone involved feel good? We're talking about conscious gifting, something thoughtful that's an act of kindness for both your loved ones and the Earth. Here's a good reason why: there's a lot of excess that happens at Christmas; excess spending, excess food, excess packaging and excess gifts – that often end up unwanted. On average, we produce an extra 30% (around 3 million tonnes!) of waste each year during the festive season. Needless to say, going more eco-friendly is always a good idea.

So, what does ethical gifting look like exactly? For one, it could be anything that involves recycling, upcycling or making from scratch, instead of buying brand new. But if you're not into getting crafty or creative, or you simply don't have the time, gifting ethically is a wonderful opportunity to share the beauty of artisan-made, fairtrade or recycled items that can be treasured forever and actually give back to the planet.

These types of gifts have a story to tell, and they imply you did your homework and took the time and effort to consider your gifts from beginning to end. All it requires is a little research and you're bound to find one-of-a-kind feel-good gifts, from household items to jewellery, to clothing and beyond. Plus, consider swapping out traditional paper and plastic packaging for recycled or reusable wrapping; think old newspapers and magazines, or fabric or scarves with beautiful patterns (FYI this can double up as second pressie!).

Conscious gifts for everyone on your list

At Nyrelle, we craft consciously all year round, but when it comes to the festive season, this also means our fines make for perfect ethical gifts. We only use 9K or 18K solid fairtrade or recycled gold, or vermeil, KP-certified conflict-free diamonds, and ethically-sourced gem-stones that give back to vulnerable communities. Here a six feel-good Christmas gift ideas from us, for everyone on your list:

Duet Capsule: a Precious Gift for Your Partner in Crime

Take friendship rings to new heights with the Duet Diamond collection. This set is made for that person you can count on; your partner, your best friend through thick and thin. They'll sparkle twice as bright in every piece from this minimalist yet unconventional capsule, which features a ring, necklace and bracelet, each with two asymmetric milgrain-set diamonds.

 

Diamond Station Necklace: a Gift for That Special Someone

Hop on the diamond express with the Diamond Station necklace – next stop, true love. There's nothing that says I love you more than diamonds, let alone five brilliant-cut diamonds dangling from a dainty chain. This is for that someone in your life that means the world to you, someone that deserves to shine brighter than ever.

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Clover Capsule: a Lucky Gift for a Loved One

When it comes to family, nothing beats a meaningful gift. Named after the lucky four leaf clover, the Clover Capsule is the ultimate choice to impart good fortune and peace on someone close to your heart. Simple, versatile and colourful, pick from studs, rings, bracelets, necklaces and bangles in a variety of gems that capture their personality, including Amethyst, Peridot, and Swiss Blue Topaz.

 

North Star Capsule: a Meaningful Gift to Treat Yourself

Let's be honest, it's been yet another tough year and you deserve to give yourself a little treat, too. Remind yourself just how far you've come, how much you've achieved and to keep on shining with the North Star Capsule. This unique kinetic collection features centrepiece that flips over; a brilliant-cut diamond sits on one side, while the other is clean slate to engrave something special to keep close to your heart. Like your guiding light in the dark, it'll be your symbol of hope and protection.

 

Ava Capsule: a Memorable Gift for Your Daughter

Christmas is the season of unconditional love and what better way to celebrate the unparalleled bond between mother and child than with a gift you can both cherish forever? Meet the Ava ring, the Ava Dome Ring and the Ava Bracelet, matching mother-daughter fines from the Ava Capsule that will last a lifetime. Turn them into keepsakes by adding a special engraving, and the best part is they're fully adjustable, so they'll never go out of style or fit. Plus, double up perfectly as a pinky ring.

 

Engraveable Fines: A gift with a personal touch for all

The best gifts in life are personalised, so when in doubt, give your gift a personal touch to make it truly special. Choose from a variety of different fines and engrave a name, date or a meaningful message – the world is your oyster.

Psssst...there's more where that came from, shop all ethical gifts here.

 

To ensure you receive your items in time for Christmas, make sure to place your made-to-order items on or before the 23rd of November to give ample time for shipping!

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Smile Diamond Studs/ 9K and 18K Solid Gold

$285 USD
$285 USD
$285 USD

Smile Diamond Necklace/ 9K and 18K Solid Gold

$415 USD
$415 USD
$415 USD

Smile Diamond Open Circle Studs/ 9K and 18K Solid Gold

$160 USD
$160 USD
$160 USD

Celestial Diamond Earrings / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

$1,010 USD

Celestial Diamond Ring / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

$500 USD

Celestial Diamond Necklace / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

$820 USD

Pretzel Dome Hoops / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

RECYCLED GOLD
$430 USD
$430 USD
$430 USD

Pretzel Round Hoops / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

RECYCLED GOLD
$370 USD
$370 USD
$370 USD

Pretzel Bold Dome Hoops / Vermeil

$185 USD
$185 USD
$185 USD

Pretzel Ring / Vermeil

$190 USD
$190 USD
$190 USD

Monarch Butterfly Necklace / Vermeil

$190 USD

Mini Monarch Butterfly Necklace / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

$270 USD

Lace Ring / Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$115 USD

Bezel-Set Diamond Station Necklace / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$310 USD
$310 USD
$310 USD

Duet Diamond Necklace / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$230 USD
$230 USD
$230 USD

North Star Necklace / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$210 USD

Infinity Necklace / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$195 USD
$195 USD
$195 USD

Infinity Diamond Necklace / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$220 USD
$220 USD
$220 USD

Full Pearl Necklace / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$220 USD

Monarch Butterfly Drop Earrings / Vermeil

$175 USD

Monarch Butterfly Studs / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

$260 USD

Monarch Butterfly Ring / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

$270 USD

Trinity Bead Studs / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$90 USD
$90 USD
$90 USD

Mini Monarch Butterfly Bracelet / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

$190 USD

Lace Diamond Ring / Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$215 USD

Thin Mini Hoop Earrings / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$30 USD
$30 USD
$30 USD

Duet Chain Earrings / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$165 USD
$165 USD
$165 USD

Duet Diamond Ring / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$215 USD
$215 USD
$215 USD

North Star Ring / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$230 USD

Infinity Diamond Bracelet / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$180 USD
$180 USD
$180 USD

Siren Open Hoop Earrings / Vermeil

VERMEIL
$140 USD
$140 USD
$140 USD

Bold Link Chain Necklace / 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$590 USD
$590 USD
$590 USD

Monarch Butterfly Bracelet / Vermeil

$130 USD

Pearl Drop Earrings / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$140 USD

Hallmark Necklace / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$230 USD
$230 USD
$230 USD

Trinity Bead Bracelet / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$155 USD
$155 USD
$155 USD

Pearl Studs / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$80 USD

Full Pearl Bracelet / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$125 USD

Infinity Bracelet / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$155 USD
$155 USD
$155 USD

Ava Dome Ring for Adults / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$165 USD

Trio Pearl Bracelet / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$115 USD

Trio Pearl Necklace / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$155 USD

North Star Bracelet / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$165 USD

Siren Bangle / Vermeil

VERMEIL
$350 USD
$350 USD
$350 USD

Studded Pearl Ring / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$150 USD
$150 USD
$150 USD

Pretzel Ring / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

RECYCLED GOLD
$440 USD
$440 USD
$440 USD

Lace Bracelet / Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$505 USD

Thin Herringbone Chain Necklace / 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$270 USD

Baby Curb Chain Necklace / 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$275 USD

Trinity BeadÊ Necklace / 9K and 18K Solid Gold

SOLID GOLD
$320 USD
$320 USD
$320 USD