Gift Suggestions for Christmas from CJL Diamond Brokers

It’s that wonderful time of year, when loved ones gather under the glow of Christmas lights, exchange gifts, and fall in love all over again. If you need an unforgettable Christmas gift for your wife or sweetheart, we have just the thing. Here are our gift suggestions for Christmas this year at CJL Diamonds!

Luscious Red Ruby Ring 

Romance in red feels extra special at Christmastime, which is why our first suggestion is a shiny, showstopping ruby ring. Right on theme for the winter holidays, ruby gemstones remain elegant in the New Year with their timeless sparkle. CJL’s online catalogue includes this va-va-voom diamond and ruby engagement ring for sale and shipment all across Canada! For partners planning a surprise proposal, let's talk customization and ring sizing ASAP. 

Does your sweetie favour a different colour? Let us know! Our selection of gemstone engagement rings currently features ruby, emerald, pink and blue sapphire engagement rings. Each stands out from the crowd when we match the right cut, setting and gold to her preference. 

The Modern Classic: Lab-Grown Diamond Engagement Ring 

Christmas Eve is the right time for a marriage proposal, believe us. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to pop the question, get ready! If you want the classic look of a diamond without the price tag, we encourage you to browse our lab-grown diamond engagement ring collection.  

Often, couples ask us how natural diamonds compare to lab-grown diamond rings, or how a moissanite engagement ring compares to that of a white sapphire. We design jewellery that uses all of these beautiful gemstones, and we can help you decide which is right for you.  

Natural diamond is prized for its classic beauty and unmatched strength, which makes it a top choice for engagement rings for women who plan to wear their ring every day for the rest of their lives. Did you know, however, that lab-grown diamond offers the same chemistry and sparkle with friendlier pricing, so you can often size up while staying on budget? To the naked eye and even under the lens, lab-created diamonds are the same as their natural counterparts. Under a strong microscope, there are differences that only very highly trained gemologists can see.  

Moissanite is nearly as strong as diamond and just as brilliant, though it refracts light differently than diamond for a unique shine at an approachable cost. White sapphire is chemically identical to the usual blue sapphire, but without strong body colour. It glows with a softer, more understated look that suits vintage and minimalist styles. All of these clear gemstones are wonderful choices, either for central stones or the decorative halo. 

A well-cut 1-carat often outshines a larger but poorly cut stone, no matter the origin. That is why we compare shapes and sizes under the same lighting and explain how proportions affect brightness and sparkle. If a holiday proposal is on your mind, our Ever & Ever collection makes it easy to visualize the finished ring. Explore contemporary mountings, hidden halos and slim solitaires on our Ever & Ever page, then ask us about tailoring the settings to fit your vision. 

Breathe New Life into an Old Favourite at Our Jewellery Repair Shop 

Sometimes the most meaningful gift is a meaningful heirloom brought back to life.  Heirloom settings can soften over time, loosening stones and dropping them one by one. Schedule a jewellery repair appointment with CJL in Red Deer or Edmonton and we will resize, re-tip, replace lost gems and refresh white gold with rhodium so everything gleams again. If your loved one has a vintage treasure that has seen better days, we suggest the gift of careful repair to show that you care! 

At CJL Diamond Brokers in Red Deer and Edmonton, we make holiday shopping simple. We book quiet appointments, use discreet packaging when necessary, and have flexible pick-up times to help keep secrets safe. If you are unsure of size, we can stage the moment with a placeholder and handle resizing after the celebration! When gifting, presentation counts as much as the piece, so we box, polish and tie every ribbon like it matters. 

Still Looking? Stop by for Personal Gift Suggestions for Christmas this Year!

Ready to turn your sparkly holiday gift inspiration into a wrapped surprise in Central Alberta? Visit our Red Deer gallery or book a virtual consult to compare centre stones, try settings and plan a proposal that feels true to your story. We serve Red Deer, Edmonton, Sylvan Lake and Central Alberta, and we would love to help you find the one gift that says everything.

Have a wonderful winter!