As I've gotten older, holiday gifting has taken on a more sentimental meaning. Gone are the days of wrapping or unwrapping a mountain of boxes. Now, I'm drawn to presents that feel thoughtful, lasting, and carry a touch of luxury. To dive deeper into what makes the perfect holiday gift (and outfit), I caught up with fashion content creator Jessica Manning-Brose to chat about her approach to giving, dressing up, and the timelessness of gold jewelry. This season, she's curating meaningful gifts from Ben Bridge Jeweler’s Toscano Gold Collection, a line defined by authentic Italian artistry and real 14k and 18k gold that's never plated. They're the kind of pieces that make giving and receiving feel truly special.
"I love gifting jewelry (and all things) to my mom," Manning-Brose told me. "It always feels good to give back to her as a way of saying thank you for all she's done for me." And when it comes to choosing what to give, quality is everything. "Any of the pieces from the Toscano Gold collection would make excellent holiday gifts because the quality is so amazing," Manning-Brose said. "When I'm gift giving, I like to know that what I'm purchasing for someone will last them a long while, and knowing that these pieces are all 14k or 18k gold, never filled, is amazing."
Of course, gifting isn't the only thing on Manning-Brose's mind. Holiday dressing is, too. "I will definitely be styling these pieces around the holidays! I can really see myself reaching for them for a fun friendsgiving and even for New Year's Eve," she said. Her approach to styling jewelry is effortless and relatable. "I absolutely love that these pieces are subtly bold without being overwhelming, and I really feel like they help level up any look. I personally love wearing these pieces with a cozy and slightly elevated look at home. Think elastic waistband, oversize sweater, and stunning gold jewelry—the perfect combo in my opinion."
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