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Generations Collection ~ Starting at $610 from C5 company & Sulusso

The Generations Collection is a unique line of sustainable, luxury jewelry for women who appreciate jewelry crafted with integrity and minimal social and environmental impact. Each Generations piece is handcrafted from 100% reclaimed precious metals and ethically sourced gems.

The collection is modern, sleek and minimal - a truly winning combination. C5 company uses these ethically sourced materials to craft Generations jewelry: white diamonds, cognac sapphires, blue sapphires, champagne diamonds, smoky quartz and reclaimed 14K gold and palladium. {shop now}

Center Point Bar Pendant Silver ~ $225 from Claudia Endler Designs

For the woman with modern tastes, Claudia Endler Designs' jewelry is an exquisite choice. The Center Point Bar Pendant is a matte-finish sterling silver piece that measures about 1-1/4" long.

The pendant features a sparkling pink sapphire, and it hangs from a black rubber cord (16" or 18"). Best yet, this piece benefits a great cause! 50% of the proceeds are donated to the Young Survival Coalition for Breast Cancer Awareness, making this a particularly poignant gift for any woman. {shop now}

Chocolate Kiss Silver & Gold Necklaces ~ $160 to $225 from Heart's Desire Jewelry

These calorie-free gems from jewelry designer Ann Marie Hodrick look just like the well-loved chocolate treats. These Chocolate Kiss Necklaces are available in your choice of a sterling silver chain with faceted smoky quartz or a 14K gold-fill chain with whiskey quartz.

The necklaces come in 18" or 24" lengths and are finished off with a lobster clasp and a signature heart charm. {shop now}

Decoupage Heart Choker ~ $90 from Lenora Dame

A splash of color, the elegance of pearls and an antique brass chain make for a fun and eclectic addition to any jewelry box. Lenora Dame's Decoupage Heart Choker features vintage print backed lucite hearts with Czech pearls.

The antique-finish brass chain measures about 18" with the option of a 3" extender. {shop now}

Classic Round Hearts & Arrows Pendant ~ Starting at $219 from Diamantine™

Diamonds might be a girl's best friend, but there has been serious conflict over the humanitarian and environmental issues surrounding diamonds and their mining process.

For that reason, lab-created diamond simulants have gained popularity (not to mention they're more affordable, too).

Unlike moissanite and cubic zirconia, Diamantine™ starts with a cubic zirconia core, which is then surrounded with lab-grown genuine diamond. The crystal diamond coating doesn't peel, flake or delaminate from the surface, and the color and clarity are superb.

This brilliantly cut Hearts & Arrows pendant has all the beauty and sparkle of a diamond but at a fraction of the cost. It's available in 14K white and yellow gold settings, along with matching 14K gold cable and rope chains. Plus, it's backed with a lifetime warranty from Diamantine™. {shop now}

Create Your Own Gemstone Necklace ~ Starting at $67 from GemKitty

Get a little creative with the gift of jewelry and create a gemstone necklace that suits her personal tastes. Choose from birthstones or favorite colors... the possibilities are endless.

The necklace you design will be artisan-crafted in Portland, OR, from hand-picked semi-precious gemstones. You can easily add matching earrings, too! {shop now}

Heartstrings Necklace ~ $70 from CCC Gifts

This beautiful and sentimental sterling silver necklace will truly pull at her heartstrings. It can be personalized with up to 31 hand-stamped characters, as well as up to four dangling hearts.

The sterling disc measures about 1-1/4" in diameter and can be accented by a pearl. Choose from 16," 18" or 24" sterling silver ball chains or an 18" fine link chain. {shop now}

Sterling Silver Hershey's Kiss Pendant ~ $49.99 from Hershey's

Give her a kiss without the calories with this darling and delicate Hershey's Kiss pendant crafted in sterling silver.

These trademark "chocolate" treats are also available in diamonds, as well as in bracelets and earrings. The dainty Hershey's Kiss dangles from a 16" Rhodium-plated chain. {shop now}

Love Collectors Bracelet ~ $450 from Maximal Art John Wind Signature Collection

Just four little letters to make her heart go pitter patter. John Wind's LOVE bracelet features vintage lettering set in resin, accompanied by rhinestones and pearls.

The bracelet adjusts from 7-1/2" to 8" in length and is finished with an elegant toggle clasp. {shop now}

Love Spinner Necklace ~ $78 from Juliet & Company

For the woman who wonders, "Does he love me?" give Juliet & Company's sweet necklace a spin. The antique gold finish heart is about 1-1/4" wide and hangs from a 31" chain.

A tiny arrow rests atop the heart and actually spins. The only question is, will it land on Yes or No? {shop now}

Round Up Necklace ~ $89 from Minoux Jewelry

Women with simple and modern tastes will love the meticulously handcrafted pieces from Minoux Jewelry - especially since the jewelry is made using recycled sterling silver. The Round Up Necklace is a stylish assortment of eccentric sterling silver and black patina circles.

The circles have a really organic feel, since they're all hand-shaped and hammered. The sterling chain is 17" long and is finished with a signature clasp. {shop now}

Glass Bead Bracelets ~ $150 from SAME SKY

When searching for the perfect gift for a special woman, why not give ethical shopping a try? These glass bead bracelets are made by women survivors of the Rwandan genocide.

Each beautiful piece is hand-crocheted, and all the profits go to training and employing women artists in Rwanda. Choose from 18 different colors. {shop now}

Circle Stackable Rings ~ $18 from Jenny Gaynor Glass

Recycled glass never looked so chic! This stack of glass rings is made from recycled moretti glass that would otherwise be thrown away. The organically shaped circles represent wholeness, harmony and balance - a symbol of infinity.

The rings come in pretty shades of pink and purple and are available in sizes 5 through 8. {shop now}

Upcycled Scarf Necklace ~ $37.99 from Guffly

This eco-friendly upcycled scarf will warm her inside and out! It's casual enough for virtually any wardrobe but can really add a punch of color to a simple, sophisticated outfit.

The necklace is made of one continuous loop of eco-friendly fabric and comes in red, gold, shades of blue, yellow, orange, grey, green, light blue, cream, black or purple. {shop now}