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Daisy Lester

Best jewellery advent calendars 2025, reviewed by a fashion writer

Whether you prefer silver, gold or mixed metals, there’s plenty here to spark joy - (Daisy Lester/The Independent)

The countdown to Christmas is officially on. No longer restricted to those with a sweet tooth – these days, everything from beauty to beer has a dedicated advent calendar. But for the fashion crowd, the best jewellery advent calendars are the secret to a truly decadent December.

Building your collection at a fraction of the cost, the best jewellery advent calendars boast an RRP usually far below their overall worth compared to buying the items individually. From gold- and silver-plated rings and earrings to trend-led bangles or locket necklaces, the calendars usually contain 12 pieces that add some glamour to the festive season.

This year, much-loved brands such as Astrid & Miyu and Missoma have returned with sparkly line-ups that will likely sell out, while the likes of Edge of Ember and Astley Clarke have unveiled their debut advent calendars (spoiler: they don’t disappoint).

The best jewellery advent calendars for 2025 are:

  • Best overall – Estella Bartlett advent calendar: £195, Estellabartlett.com
  • Best for earrings – Astrid & Miyu 12-day advent calendar: £345, Astridandmiyu.com
  • Best fine jewellery – Astley Clarke 2025 advent calendar: £398, Astleyclarke.com
  • Best for teenagers– Joma 12 days of sparkle advent calendar: £175, Jomajewellery.com
  • Best for personalised jewellery – Scream Pretty advent calendar: £225, Screampretty.com

How I tested

I reviewed a range of calendars for all budgets and styles (Daisy Lester/The Independent)

From luxury offerings to affordable favourites, I got my hands on the best jewellery advent calendars ahead of the festive season. Opening each door before December – someone had to do it – I’ve found calendars that are worth their weight in gold. In the run-up to Christmas, I’ll be updating this guide with every new drop. When forming my guide, I considered quality, value for money, variety of products, and how easy each piece was to wear. For a detailed view of my testing criteria, scroll to the bottom of the page.

Estella Bartlett advent calendar

Rating: 5/5

Best: Jewellery advent calendar overall

Worth: £376

Number of items: 12

Advent calendar highlights: Chunky shell earrings, bow charm bracelet and matching necklace, chain link necklace

Available: Now

Why we love it

  • Mix of timeless and trendy pieces
  • Great value for money
  • Reusable box

One of the most gorgeously packaged offerings, Estella Bartlett’s bestselling advent calendar arrives in a neat white box, detailed with subtle gold stars and a red ribbon. Its petite size is much less wasteful than some of the larger boxes, and it’s sturdy enough to be repurposed as a jewellery box after Christmas, too. Opening to reveal 12 boxes, this festive offering costs less than £200 but boasts a value of nearly £400. Available in either gold or silver, the line-up is a mix of the label’s classic pieces and more contemporary designs.

From timeless pieces to special festive additions, this has something for everyone (Daisy Lester/The Independent)

There’s something for minimalists (I love the dainty heart charm bracelet, matching necklace and double hoop huggies) and maximalists (see the green beaded necklace, matching bracelet and blue bead bracelet). Highlights include the oversized shell-inspired earrings and the chunky chainlink necklace, complete with a matching bracelet.

While the bow charm necklace and stud earrings nod to the festive period, all the pieces are timeless enough for year-round wear. One of the more affordable advent calendar options, this will make a lovely gift for you or a loved one.

Buy now £195.00, Estellabartlett.com

Astrid & Miyu 12-day advent calendar

Rating: 4.5/5

Best: For earrings

Worth: £730

Number of days: 12

Advent calendar highlights: Everyday gold hoops, statement pave double gold hoops, crystal cluster necklace, drop stud earrings, £50 voucher

Available: Now

Helping you create the ultimate ear stack for the festive period and beyond, Astrid & Miyu’s 12-day calendar features 11 jewels (and a secret gift).

This year, the compact box has a burgundy harlequin festive theme. Crystals and pavé designs thread through the lineup, adding some glitz and glamour to your ear stack – think crystal-adorned hoops, and delicate drop studs that capture the light beautifully. The double-layered pavé hoops are a personal favourite, while a matching black pave ear cuff adds further intrigue to your lobe. For extra crowd-pleasing appeal, the calendar goes beyond ear stacking with a crystal cluster necklace and matching bracelet.

The calendar is full of ear stacking staples (Daisy Lester)

The sparkly, occasion-ready pieces will serve you well through party season, but Astrid & Miyu has done well to make the pieces feel classic and timeless for year-round wear – particularly if you love ear stacking.

All the pieces are 18-carat gold-plated with cubic zirconia stones, so you can rest assured the shiny finish and sparkly detailing will endure for years to come, without tarnishing. A £50 gift card is the cherry on top.

Read the full review of Astrid & Miyu’s jewellery advent calendar

Buy now £345.00, Astridandmiyu.com

Missoma jewellery advent calendar, gold

Rating: 4.5/5

Best: Trend-led jewellery advent calendar

Worth: £928

Number of items: 12, plus a gift card

Advent calendar highlights: Pearl bracelet, cord necklace, beaded stone huggies, emerald green choker necklace

Available: Now

Why we love it

  • Crowd-pleasing selection
  • Lots of everyday staples
  • Well-crafted gold-plated pieces
  • Trend-led and timeless designs

Take note

  • Lacks statement pieces

Missoma’s gold advent calendar is among the most popular each year. The keepsake celestial-inspired box boasts gold-handled doors that reveal 12 boxes.

The contents span necklaces, earrings, bracelets and cuffs – my favourites include the beaded mini hoop earring, double chain bracelet and unique magma gemstone charm bracelet.

My favourite pieces include the cord necklace and pearl bracelet (Daisy Lester)

I love the cord opalite pendant necklace, which adds some edge to a simple outfit (the nineties style is big news this season), and the tennis charm mini hoop earrings for some everyday glamour.

All the 12 pieces add up to nearly £1,000 – plus, you’re treated to a £50 gift card to put toward your next purchase. While I would have liked to see some more statement earrings or the addition of rings in the calendar, the high-quality designs make Missoma’s calendar a delight for jewellery lovers.

Read my full Missoma jewellery advent calendar review

Buy now £495.00, Missoma.com

Astley Clarke 2025 advent calendar

Rating: 5/5

Best: Fine jewellery advent calendar

Worth: £906

Number of items: 12

Advent calendar highlights: Small gold huggies, locket bracelet, beaded bracelet

Available: Now

Why we love it

  • High quality fine jewellery pieces
  • Timeless designs
  • Sturdy box

Fine jewellery label Astley Clarke has launched its debut advent calendar. True to the brand’s identity, the box is a tastefully designed midnight blue shade with gold sunstream detailing. Two doors open to reveal 12 drawers, each with a delicate piece of jewellery inside. Think understated gold lightning studs, a simple gold chain with an embellished star charm, or small gold huggies with tiny white sapphires.

Expect minimalist gold and silver pieces (Daisy Lester/The Independent)

Wearing mixed metals has never been trendier, which Astley Clarke leans into with its eclectic offering. The silver chain necklace with a mixed metal locket charm and matching hoop earrings creates a statement jewellery look.

It’s not all minimalist – there’s a colourful beaded bracelet to liven up a simple outfit and a blue rope bracelet that adds intrigue to an arm stack. Lots of the pieces can be mixed and matched, like the heart charm that can be clipped onto bracelets or necklaces.

The calendar is effectively a capsule jewellery collection, with plenty of everyday staples like the gold chain choker necklace and white sapphire stud earrings, as well as the crystal huggies that match the star necklace. All the pieces have a classic feel – see the locket bracelet with sapphire embellishment. Costing £398 but worth nearly £1,000, the calendar is perfect for minimalist jewellery lovers.

Buy now £398.00, Astleyclarke.com

Joma 12 days of sparkle advent calendar

Rating: 4/5

Best: For teenagers

Worth: £300

Number of items: 12

Advent calendar highlights: Heart charm necklace, chunky twisted ring, chunky small hoops

Available: Now

Why we love it

  • Crowd-pleasing selection of pieces
  • Good price
  • Reusable box

Joma’s 12-day advent calendar offers a glamorous countdown that’s packed with a choice of sterling silver or gold pieces. On sale for £179, the contents inside boast an overall value of £300. Packaged in a durable cream box that can be reused as a trinkets tray (complete with leather straps for earrings), the numbered boxes reveal everything from star-adorned bracelets to heart charm necklaces, sparkly stud earrings, adjustable rings and glittery small hoops.

The box can be used as a jewellery holder (Daisy Lester/The Independent)

Containing simple, everyday pieces as well as festive-themed designs that will serve as party-ready styles after the Christmas period is over, this calendar is an affordable option.

My favourite pieces are the chunky twisted ring, for everyday stacking; the matching chunky small hoops and the heart necklace that features a delicately twisted chain. Some of the pieces feel a little young, like the star bracelet and heart necklace, but other styles appeal to an older audience, like the gemstone necklace and the chunky small hoops. It could be a perfect Christmas countdown for both mothers and their daughters.

Buy now £179.99, Jomajewellery.com

Scream Pretty advent calendar

Rating: 4/5

Best: For personalised jewellery advent calendar

Worth: £415

Number of items: 12

Advent calendar highlights: Chunky mixed metal hoops, sapphire hops, lightning bolt studs

Available: Now

Why we love it

  • Bespoke selection

Take note

  • Box is flimsy

Scream Pretty’s 12-day offering is a jewellery-lover's dream when it comes to ear stacks. The label has shaken up the jewellery advent calendar formula for 2025 by allowing you to personalise your countdown. From gold and silver to mixed metal styles, you can choose from 65 pieces to create a bespoke calendar. This approach makes it perfect for gifting, too.

You can make this calendar exactly to your tastes (Daisy Lester/The Independent)

Costing £225 but with a value that exceeds £400, the calendar I sampled spanned statement studs (think lightning bolts and sparkly crescent moons), hoops, helix studs, cuffs and more. Highlights included a pair of delicate gold hoops with lightning charms, a chunky mixed metal hoop and a beautiful green sapphire hoop. My only gripe is the flimsy box it comes in – considering the price, it would be nice to have a reusable container.

Buy now £225.00, Screampretty.com

Edge of Ember 12 day jewellery advent calendar

Rating: 4.5/5

Best: For charms

Worth: £685

Number of items: 12

Advent calendar highlights: Pearl and sapphire charm, chunky ball chain necklace

Available: Now

Why we love it

  • Sturdy, long-lasting jewellery box and reusable pouches
  • Everyday pieces like hoops and chain necklaces
  • High-quality gold plating

Take note

  • No numbered pouches/boxes for a traditional countdown

Fine jewellery brand Edge of Ember counts the likes of Meghan Markle and Claudia Winkleman among its devotees. Now, it’s debuting into the advent calendar space with its 12-day offering, available in gold and silver.

It looks very different to other calendars on the market, with each piece stowed away in a sturdy storage box. While the green finish nods to the festive period, it’s a neutral design that can be reused long after Christmas.

Again, unlike other calendars, there are no numbered boxes – just reusable pouches for each piece that you can open each day in December. Some might not like the lack of a “classic” advent calendar feel, but others will appreciate the evergreen approach.

The collection is full of everyday staples (Daisy Lester/The Independent)

There are 12 pieces inside the calendar, and all have everyday appeal. Designed for mixing and matching day-to-day, there are four charms (including a statement pearl and bar design with two green sapphires) that can be attached to either of the two delicate necklaces (a flat lay style and a ball chain) or the matching ball chain bracelet.

Alternatively, you can attach the charms to either the statement chunky ball chain necklace or the matching bracelet. Completing your full jewellery look, there are a pair of white topaz studs and a ball chain ear cuff – then swap to the square gold hoops for an evening look. Though the pieces might at first seem simple, the styling versatility they offer adds to their value.

Buy now £375.00, Edgeofember.com

Grove & Vae 12 days of Christmas jewellery advent calendar

Rating: 4.5/5

Best: Mixed-metal jewellery advent calendar

Worth: £609

Number of items: 12

Product highlights: Large gold hoops, textured coin earrings, twisted ring and gold rope chain necklace

Launch date: Available now

Why we love it

  • Impressive variety
  • Well-crafted gold plated and sterling silver designs
  • Sturdy, reusable box

Take note

  • The box and jewellery pieces aren't festive themed

Much-loved for its trend-led jewellery at affordable prices, Grove & Vae has returned with another advent calendar for 2025. Similar to last year, the jewellery is packaged in a green box with a maximalist marble-effect finish. The sturdy, durable design is intended for year-round use (the drawers can be reversed to hide the numbers).

It contains 12 pieces, including necklaces, earrings and rings, with a mixture of gold- and silver-plated pieces inside. There isn’t an overtly festive feel to any of the pieces, or the box itself, which may divide the opinion of jewellery fans. But I appreciated this as it adds to the wearability.

The calendar spans statement and everyday pieces (Daisy Lester/The Independent)

Catering to every taste, there are statement designs such as a pair of large gold hoops with black onyx detailing, a twisted gold ring and textured coin stud earrings with contrasting marbled tones. But there are also simple styles inside for day-to-day wear, including a delicate gold chain necklace and two small pairs of huggies – one sterling silver with a lighting charm, the other gold with a gemstone charm.

Most advent calendars tend to neglect rings, but Grove & Vae’s calendar has two: a chunky twisted gold ring and an adjustable open pave design. Helping you mix and match your look day-to-day, there are two charms (my favourite is the four-leaf clover) that hook onto either of the necklaces or the mini bracelet.

Stylish and well-crafted, any of the pieces in the calendar would also make lovely gifts. I love the variety of Grove & Vae’s line-up – there really is something for everyone, from maximalists to minimalists.

Buy now £389.00, Groveandvae.com

Liberty jewellery advent calendar

Rating: 4/5

Best: Luxury jewellery advent calendar

Worth: £1,486

Number of items : 12

Product highlights : Chunky dome hoops, Missoma choker, gold ring, gold plated chain necklace

Available : Now

Why we love it

  • Well-crafted, luxurious pieces
  • Varied selection
  • Beautiful packaging

Take note

  • Expensive

Just like its beauty offering, Liberty’s jewellery advent calendar provides a multi-brand countdown to Christmas. The beautifully designed box boasts a lovely tapestry finish that nods to the trinkets inside, with chain and gemstone motifs – perfect for displaying year-round as jewellery storage. Inside, there are 12 boxes revealing cult names such as Missoma, Rachel Jackson, Astley Clarke and Jenny Bird, as well as luxury labels like Laura Vann and Otiumberg. Spanning necklaces, earrings and bracelets, it’s easy to see how all the gifts equate to a whopping overall worth of £1,486.

The calendar features trinkets from Missoma, Astley Clarke, Jenny Bird and more (Daisy Lester)

The catch? It will cost you nearly £900, making it one of the most expensive jewellery advent calendars on the market. If it wasn’t so pricey, it easily would have taken the top spot in this review. The perfect balance of everyday staples and statement styles, each piece is a timeless and stunning addition to your jewellery collection.

The highlights include the Jenny Bird chunky dome hoops, Martha Calbo gold-pleated chunky necklace and Kenneth Jay Lane gold plated dome hinge cuff bracelet (the bangle look is on trend for this season). Despite all of the pieces coming from different brands, they complement each other perfectly – see the Astley Clarke heart-station bracelet and the Otiumberg heart pendant necklace.

Plus, each piece is packaged in the brand’s own drawstring bag or trinket box, so the jewellery can easily be gifted to loved ones. If it’s in budget, Liberty’s calendar is a dream for jewellery lovers.

Buy now £895.00, Libertylondon.com

What are the best jewellery advent calendars?

Brimming with timeless and stylish pieces that you’ll wear for years to come, Estella Bartlett’s advent calendar is a dream for jewellery lovers. Sitting at the mid-range point of the market, it’s an investment gift for yourself or another, and will be enjoyed long after the Christmas period. Astley Clarke’s debut advent calendar also doesn’t disappoint with its beautiful fine jewellery pieces and personalised lockets. For something more affordable, Joma’s crowd-pleasing calendar has plenty for both mothers and daughters to delight in.

How I tested jewellery advent calendars

I’ve been reviewing jewellery advent calendars for years – so I know what makes one stand out over another. Of course, I opened every door of each of the calendars and styled the jewellery pieces. I also compared each one against the other and assessed the following:

Why you can trust IndyBest reviews

Daisy Lester is senior shopping writer at The Independent, and she specialises in reviewing fashion. Whether it’s a guide to the best women’s glasses, ballet flats, trench coats or wedding guest dresses, she knows the brands to turn to for quality and affordability. Having reviewed the best jewellery advent calendars since 2023, she is well-placed to weigh up this year’s offering against different brands and previous line-ups.

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