One of Everything
We all know that the Thanksgiving holiday is about expressing gratitude and enjoying family, but Thanksgiving dinner is all about a balanced plate. Finding space for one of everything for the perfectly curated, delightfully colorful, instantly Instagram-able foodscape is practically an unofficial Thanksgiving tradition at this point. For those who believe the spice of life is a bit of variety, the Fringe Necklace by Lauren K is the way to go. The Fringe Necklace hangs a selection of sparkling spinel stones stationed equally apart on an 18k yellow gold chain. Each spinel comes in different shapes as well as different shades of pale purples, blues, and greens. One oval spinel boasts a lovely diamond halo that accents the necklace with an icy shine. Three bezel-set brilliant round diamonds bookend each side of the string of spinels, embuing this design with a touch of sophistication that offsets the whimsy of the mixed-shape spinel stones.
Fine Wine with Dinner
With so much focus on Turkey and football, a guy can get caught up in the Thanksgiving holiday and forget to bring the heat aesthetically. We’ve got you covered, gentlemen. Since men’s fashion tends toward the subtle, a single standout piece on an otherwise nondescript suit can make all the difference. Deakin & Francis have been dominating men’s jewelry and gifts since 1786 and with that expertise, they know what it takes to make a guy’s outfit pop. We suggest an on-theme cufflink that acts as a sleek and memorable Easter egg for your dinner guests to see while passing the gravy. Crafted from sterling silver and fine red and black enamel, the Wine Bottle Cufflinks by Deakin & Francis are the finishing touches to a sharp Thanksgiving fit.
For the Host with the Most
While we’re primping, preening, and picking out the perfect ensemble for our Thankgiving feast, let’s not forget the one putting in all the work of cooking, cleaning, decorating, and hosting. It’s always good etiquette to bring flowers and a gift to any dinner invitation (just ask Emily Post), but with all the work that goes into making Thanksgiving dinner, a little token of appreciation can mean the world to an overworked host. If that gift can be an avenue for calming the nerves and lifting the spirits, even better. While Deakin & Francis has made a name for itself in men’s fashion, their crystal decanter gifts are second to none. The Eagle Crystal Decanter by Deakin & Francis is manufactured in a traditional square spirit style, hand-made by craftsman in Dartington Crystal’s Devon-based workshops in the south of England. The crystal carafe is then topped with a handcrafted stopper, designed and manufactured at the Deakin & Francis atelier in Birmingham’s historic jewelry district. Bring this to Thanksgiving dinner for your host to fill with her favorite spirit and perhaps it will be the perfect pre-feast aperitif.
Extending an Olive Branch
Let’s face it – not all Thankgiving dinners with the extended family are what the Hallmark movies make it seem. When a bunch of big personalities with decades of history sit at the same table to break bread, it can lead to more than just the bread breaking. This year, we’re committed to keeping the peace and squashing old feuds. Whichever branch of the family tree is acting up, show up to this year’s feast with an olive branch of your own. The Diamond Branch Stud Earrings by John Apel are the perfect reminder to keep up a harmonious vibe during this day of gratitude and togetherness. The stud earrings consist of 18k yellow gold, cast in a textured branch shape with dainty, rose-cut diamond leaves (or olives, if you’re following our metaphor) that accent the ends of each branch.Photo by cottonbro studio via Pexels