Christmas chocolates are already filling supermarket aisles, Black Friday is on the horizon and we're already questioning whether it's too soon to have a mince pie (surely not?). With December comes an array of advent calendars to help us countdown to the big day, and they just get more impressive every year. What's next? Well, only the best jewellery advent calendars to adorn yourself with.
Sure, we love chocolate for breakfast during the whole month of December as much as the next person, but we're also big fans of an alternative advent calendar. With everything from beauty advent calendars to gin and biscuits, you can really push the boat out - especially when jewellery advent calendars exist to bless our Christmas.
We can't think of a better way to get into the festive spirit than a jewellery advent calendar. And while most are in the £300 range, you can also get choices as low as £50 and as high as £89,000 (yes, you read that right). We know they're a splurge compared to a Cadbury's edition but the thing is, these are necklaces, earrings, rings and bracelets you'll wear on heavy rotation, forever. And if you don't want some of them, there's nothing to say you can't gift them as a Christmas pressie to a loved one.
Grazia's Best Jewellery Advent Calendars, At A Glance:
Best overall jewellery advent calendar: Missoma Jewellery Advent Calendar 2024, £395 on Missoma
Best luxury jewellery advent calendar: Carolina Bucci Forte 18-Karat Gold And Multi-Stone Advent Calendar, £1,030 on Net-A-Porter
Best value jewellery advent calendar: Astrid & Miyu 24 Day Advent Calendar, £695 on Astrid & Miyu
Best budget jewellery advent calendar: FatFace Silver Gold Tone 12 Days of Jewellery Set, £50 on FatFace
Or, you can, of course, choose to gift the entire box – but, trust us, it'll be hard to give these away when you see how amazing they are.
SHOP: 14 Best Jewellery Advent Calendars 2024, Approved By Editors
Editor's choice
Missomawww.missoma.com
The much-anticipated Missoma calendar is back for yet another year and there's now not only a gold and silver calendar, but also a fine 14ct solid gold jewellery for those who like the finer things in life. With everything from hoop earrings ready to stack to pendants and beaded bracelets, Missoma's 2024 Jewellery Advent Calendar will make December even more exciting.
Fashion commerce writer, Gemma Lavers says: 'I like to think of myself as a savvy shopper, so when I saw that the Gold Jewellery Advent Calendar contains jewellery worth over £800, for £395 - I thought to myself - I can girl math my way out of this. Not only is it great value for money (whether you choose to keep all the gems yourself or gift some to others), but it also has an array of chic, everyday pieces. I particularly love the Mini Star Ridge Pendant Necklace and of course, the Lucy Williams Mini Orb Ear Cuff. Missoma also did a good job at curating a collection of jewellery for its 2024 advent calendar that feels cohesive yet diverse - inside there's a mixture of earrings, necklaces and bracelets, and they can all be worn at once, or just one at a time.'
Read the full review of the Missoma Jewellery Advent Calendar here.
Availability: It's live!
Price: It's £395 for £827 worth of products, impressive. The 14ct solid gold variation is worth £1,295.
Number of Products: 12
What's inside The Missoma Jewellery Advent Calendar: 12 individual gift boxes numbered in gold foil, and illustrations of Missoma's signature emblems.
Pros
- Features jewellery worth £827, so incredible value for money
- Beautifully presented, designed to look like a jewellery box
Cons
- Only 12 products are included in this calendar
Best luxury jewellery advent calendar
Carolina Bucciwww.net-a-porter.com
With Carolina Bucci’s advent calendar, Christmas excitement just got a stylish twist. Unbox daily surprises, featuring two beads per drawer, and unleash your creativity as you begin to craft your unique bracelet on the Lurex cord with 18-karat gold accents.
Availability: It's live!
Price: £1,030 - ideal for those wanting a taste of luxury.
Number of Products: 50
What's inside The Carolina Bucci Jewellery Advent Calendar: A lurex bracelet and two Forte beads individually packaged for each day over the 24-day period. The set comes with a card detailing the meaning of each stone and a velvet pouch to hold the final product.
Pros
- Essentially personalising your own bracelet with hand-carved gemstones
- Comes with a special 18-karat gold bead on day 24
Cons
- The box on day 24 only contains one bead as opposed to the others that contain two
Best value jewellery advent calendar
Astrid And Miyuwww.astridandmiyu.com
Worth over £1,600, Astrid & Miyu's calendars are one not to miss and has sold out three years in a row, FYI. The classic 24-day choice is a must-have for those who love to adorn their jewellery box, and is available in gold and silver including necklaces, earrings, bracelets and more.
Availability: It's live!
Price: Available to purchase at £695, but is worth £1,600
Number of Products: 24
What's inside The Astrid & Miyu Jewellery Advent Calendar: 24 pieces to treasure, including necklaces, earrings and bracelets plus, some advent calendar exclusive pieces.
Pros
- Features jewellery worth £1,600, so incredible value for money
- The reusable calendar boxes double up as a jewellery box
Cons
- May be quick to sell out
Best budget jewellery advent calendar
FatFacewww.fatface.com
For £50, you or your loved one can indulge in a meticulously curated collection with FatFace's 12 Days of Jewellery Set, featuring celestial stars, graceful moons, and bold statement pendants. This is the ultimate jewellery advent calendar for silver enthusiasts. It's currently the most affordable in our edit.
Availability: It's live!
Price: It's just £50
Number of Products: 12
What's inside The FatFace Calendar: The calendar comprises 12 doors, behind each is a beautiful piece of jewellery. It includes a combination of gold and silver-toned pieces such as earrings, bracelets and necklaces.
Pros
- Currently the cheapest option on the list at just £50
- A combination of silver-toned and gold jewellery for versatility
Cons
- Pieces may differ in quality to some of the higher-end options on the list
Best personalised jewellery advent calendar
Abbott Lyonwww.abbottlyon.com
Say hello to Abbott Lyon's jewellery advent calendar with all of the brand's bestselling pieces. Available in both silver and gold, you can snap this one up now, especially as it's worth over £500 and now reduced to £299. Reviewers say it's a high-quality calendar and the personalisation aspect makes it all the more special.
Availability: It's live!
Price: It's £299 and is valued at over £500.
Number of Products: 12
What's inside The Abbott Lyon Jewellery Advent Calendar: 12 stunning pieces, including four personalised treasures like the Initial Bracelet and Mini Heart Birthstone Pendant.
Pros
- Currently the best budget option in our edit, at just £299
- Personalised birthstone options that are ideal for gifting
Cons
- Only 12 products are included in this calendar
Best bestselling jewellery advent calendar
Astrid & Miyuwww.astridandmiyu.com
The 12-day advent calendar from Astrid & Miyu features all of the earrings and huggies you could ever dream of, and comes in both gold or sterling silver, whatever your look is. It's beautifully presented in stunning packaging with magical decoration, an ideal gift.
Availability: It's live!
Price: Available to purchase at £345, but is worth £690
Number of Products: 12
What's inside The Astrid & Miyu Jewellery Advent Calendar: Filled with 12 pieces consisting of best-selling jewels and advent calendar exclusives - this has everything you need for the jewellery collection of your dreams.
Pros
- Features jewellery worth £690, so great value for money
- The reusable calendar boxes double up as a jewellery box
Cons
- Only 12 products within this advent calendar
Best solid gold jewellery advent calendar
Astrid & Miyuwww.astridandmiyu.com
Astrid & Miyu's solid gold jewellery advent calendar was a success after its launch last year, so it's clearly not one to miss. These are pieces to last a lifetime, including cuffs, studs and bracelets. Worth around £1,300, the Astrid & Miyu 9k Gold Advent Calendar has lovingly been dubbed the jewellery gift of the year by the brand.
Availability: It's live!
Price: Available to purchase at £995, but is worth £1,300
Number of Products: 24
What's inside The Astrid & Miyu Jewellery Advent Calendar: 24 pieces to treasure, including necklaces, earrings and bracelets plus, some advent calendar exclusive pieces.
Pros
- Features jewellery made with solid 9k gold
- The reusable calendar boxes double up as a jewellery box
Cons
- May be quick to sell out
Best highly-anticipated jewellery advent calendar
Libertywww.libertylondon.com
Liberty's jewellery advent calendar is on sale for £695 but worth an impressive £1,236. Its contents, meanwhile, are truly something to get excited about if you're a gold jewellery gal. From Diamond Crescent Pendant from Kirstie Le Marque to pieces by Rachel Jackson, this calendar is perfect for layering or for creating a more subtle, everyday statement.
Availability: It's live!
Price: Priced at £695, but is worth £1,236
Number of Products: 1212 pull-out draws stuffed with luxe surprises for the Christmas countdown. Discover gold vermeil necklaces, pearl earrings, polished hoops and raw gemstones, from some of Liberty's most celebrated brands.
Pros
- Priced at £695, but worth an impressive £1,236
- Features a wide range of jewellery from different brands
Cons
- Only 12 products within this advent calendar
Best limited edition jewellery advent calendar
mignonnegavigan.com
We guarantee if you wear an item of jewellery from New York-based brand Mignonne Gavigan, everyone will ask you where you got it from. Statement, fun and made to be noticed, you can now get all the best-sellers in one go thanks to the arrival of its limited edition advent calendar. Expect 12 stunning pieces including look-at-me earrings, crystal-adorned necklaces and stackable bracelets. It's worth over £1,500 but you can order it now for £546.14.
Availability: It's live!
Price: Retails at £546.14, worth around £1,542
Number of Products: 12
What's inside Mignonne Gavigan Advent Calendar: The 12-day calendars were thoughtfully curated, containing pull-out compartments featuring both best-selling pieces as well as new exclusive styles.
Pros
- Priced at £546.14, but worth an impressive £1,542
- Contains bold, statement best-selling pieces as well as new exclusive styles
Cons
- Is a limited edition, so may be hard to purchase when out of stock
Best unique jewellery advent calendar
Coeur de Lionwww.coeur-de-lion.org
Coeur de Lion's stunning set of advent calendars comes in four variations: Natural Glam Gold, Princess Black Gold, Rainbow Silver and Precious Pearls Black/White, each calendar containing a unique array of jewellery with its very own story. The Natural Glam Gold calendar features a necklace, earring, bracelet and bangle to adorn yourself this festive season.
Availability: It's live!
Price: Currently £395, reduced from £485.
Number of Products: 4
What's inside The Coeur de Lion Advent Calendar: The Natural Glam Gold 2024 advent calendar contains:
1x GeoCUBE® Iconic Nature necklace brown-white
1x GeoCUBE® Iconic Nature earrings brown-white
1x GeoCUBE® Iconic Nature bracelet brown-white
1x Eternal Unity bangle gold-crystal
Pros
- Currently on offer for just £395, and reduced from £485
- There's a choice of four different variations of advent calendar
Cons
- Contains the least amount of products on our list
Best high-street jewellery advent calendar
www.oliverbonas.com
Oliver Bonas' jewellery advent calendar is available in either gold or silver, depending on your preference, and contains four necklaces, two bracelets and six pairs of earrings. The combination of its colour palette makes it one of the most aesthetically pleasing calendars we've seen, perfect for a bedside table or vanity.
Availability: It's live!
Price: £275
Number of Products: 12
What's inside The Oliver Bonas Advent Calendar: A selection of 12 curated gold-plated jewellery to be mixed, matched and layered. It features stud earrings, hoop earrings, drop earrings, bracelets, bangles and necklaces, with the full details listed on-site.
Pros
- Available in both gold and silver colourways
- Contains 12 trending pieces, consisting of huggies, hoops and more
Cons
- Recommended to store in the included cotton pouches to prevent tarnishing
Best editor-approved jewellery advent calendar
Abbott Lyonwww.abbottlyon.com
Senior commercial content writer, Samantha Price managed to get her hands on the Abbott Lyon X Stacey Solomon Advent Calendar before its launch and was certainly in for a treat. She loved how personal this calendar was, with her name written across the front to welcome her to an array of charms, bracelets, necklaces, earrings and rings. There's an option to personalise with initials and birthstones, all housed in a beautiful celestial-printed box, and she was impressed with the range of jewellery on offer.
Availability: It's live!
Price: It's £249 and is valued at £422.
Number of Products: 12
What's inside The Abbott Lyon Jewellery Advent Calendar: Discover 12 stunning gold-plated pieces from Stacey’s To The Moon And Back Collection, including personalised treasures like the Stacey’s Stories Script Initial Pendant and the Doodle Heart Birthstone Bracelet.
Pros
- Currently one of the cheapest options on our edit at just £249
- A wide range of personalisation available from initials to birthstones
Cons
- A certain succession of boxes means you're opening charms on consecutive days
Best upcoming jewellery advent calendar
Carrie Elizabethcarrieelizabeth.co.uk
Carrie Elizabeth's celestial advent calendar brings a touch of magic to Christmas gifting. Treat your loved ones to this magical collection, engraved with their name or initials for a heartfelt treasure. The calendar features modern, wearable pieces, from rings to necklaces and pendants, so you can layer them up or wear them alone.
Availability: Pre-order
Price: It's £310, but worth £755
Number of Products: 12
What's inside The Carrie Elizabeth Advent Calendar: Featuring 12 days of jewellery worth £755, each piece exudes celestial magic to make you or your loved ones sparkle this festive season
Pros
- Also available in 14k gold vermeil
- Can be engraved for an added touch of personalisation
Cons
- Currently only available to purchase through pre-order
Best new jewellery advent calendar
ChloBochlobo.co.uk
Designed to be worn during the festive season and beyond, ChloBo's brand-new exclusive jewellery advent calendar features bracelets, rings, earrings and necklaces galore. The set comes with a £30 gift card and polishing cloth to ensure your jewellery is taken care of. This exciting launch is set to see our jewellery collection well into the new year.
Availability: Pre-order, dispatched from the week commencing 11 November
Price: It's £399, but worth £835
Number of Products: 12
What's inside ChloBo Advent Calendar: Featuring timeless classics and brand-new exclusives, this versatile curation features a variety of pieces that can be worn as standalone statements or all together.
Pros
- A new advent calendar that's highly-anticipated
- Includes a £30 gift card with jewellery polishing cloth
Cons
- Currently only available to purchase through pre-order
How We Select The Best Jewellery Advent Calendars
Each advent calendar included in this compilation has been investigated by our editors and measured against three different variables: product variety, price point and value for money, the latter being – how much are you actually saving by buying an advent calendar as opposed to each product individually? We also endeavour to include advent calendars that appeal to a diversity of jewellery lovers: be it gold or silver, necklaces, earrings, bracelets - even those with personalised options for gifting potential.
When Do Advent Calendars Go On Sale?
While waitlists usually form in August, you can often buy advent calendars in early autumn. Missoma's for example, has already dropped in September, along with Abbott Lyon and Carolina Bucci. Astrid & Miyu and Liberty dropped in October - and, so far, most of the release dates for calendars that we've observed are set for release in October as well.
Which Brands Have The Best Jewellery Advent Calendars?
Historically speaking, brands such as Liberty, Missoma, Abbott Lyon and Astrid & Miyu have been some of the more popular advent calendars and are quick to sell out every year - with Astrid & Miyu’s growing waitlist of over 30,000 customers signed up to get their hands on the calendars first.
Which Are The Most Luxurious Advent Calendars This Year?
Our criteria when it comes to Grazia-approved luxury advent calendars? Packaging must look and feel luxe, and the products inside must be gold-standard. If we're spending the money, we want the whole experience.
If you really want to go all out (and we mean really go all out) C W Sellors' Chatsworth Winnats Luxury Advent Calendar retails at an eye-watering £21,995 - including an array of some of the highest-quality jewellery on the market. And, Lark And Berry comes in with their Make The Right Call Advent Calender, spanning from £7,995 to £89,995.
Which Are The Best Budget Advent Calendars This Year?
From those currently available if you're looking for a purse-friendly pick the Silver Gold Tone 12 Days of Jewellery Set from FatFace is retailing at just £50, we'd also recommend the Abbott Lyon X Stacey Solomon Advent Calendar for £249.
Harriet Davey is a freelance editor and stylist who's contributed to British Vogue, Stylist, WhoWhatWear, Refinery29 and SheerLuxe, as well as Grazia.