The season of giving is here, and while some folks may have completed their holiday shopping, others are just getting started. No matter what kind of shopper one is, we're all faced with the same task: Find items for the people in our lives that we care about and make it somewhat meaningful. The scale of meaning can vary, of course, based on how long this person has been in one's life, or how they know them. For example, a family member may get a different gift from a colleague. But there's at least one or two people out there to gift a meaningful present to. And not just give them a gift that'll be added to their junk pile. Whether it's because the gift giver is just sentimental, or because they know the person getting it will really enjoy it.
Either way, the safest bet in these cases may be to go with jewelry or a keepsake. It's the kind of gift that can last for generations and be personalized to that specific person. Now the question remains: What kind of jewelry to get? There are so many options out there. That's where we come in. One of the types of jewelry that seems to outlast all trends is the locket. It's elegant and also able to be personalized. It had the spotlight in the '90s with Lindsay Lohan's movie Parent Trap, but these days, they're super cute. Either get it inscribed or stick a family photo inside. The best part? There are tons of styles and designs to choose from. From traditional lockets to small, large, or even "sunflower" shaped ones, we've found plenty of stylish options.
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Oval Locket with Quilted Engraving
Those who love quilted patterns (or things that look like pineapples) will love this Shane Co. sterling silver oval locket. The pattern is engraved to last for years to come.
Oval Locket with Quilted Engraving ($90, Shane Co.)
Diamond Accent Heart Key Locket in Sterling Silver
Lockets are the keys to many people's hearts and in the case of this one from Zales, that's a literal statement. The locket part of the pendant is the heart section at the top of the key.
Diamond Accent Heart Key Locket in Sterling Silver ($44, Zales)
Lab-Created White Sapphire Angel Wings Heart Locket
Angel wings are symbolic to a lot of people, so much so that there's lots of wing tattoos out there. If someone wants locket and wings, this is their lucky day as Zales has the design.
Lab-Created White Sapphire Angel Wings Heart Locket ($105, Zales)
Baublebar Engraved Locket
Baublebar is a growing jewelry brand for both fun and elegant designs. The company will engrave the lockets with up to two short lines of text.
Baublebar Engraved Locket ($58, Baublebar)
Pandora Lockets Logo Necklace
Pandora is known for bracelets and charms, but this "floating locket" necklace is just as charming. It features a gold circle pendant with a floating locket design that holds smaller charms.
Pandora Lockets Logo Necklace ($275, Pandora)
Kris Nations Heart Locket Pendant Necklace
This Kris Nations locket combines traditional with modern. It's a simple gold heart on a delicate oval link chain.
Kris Nations Heart Locket Pendant Necklace ($65, Bloomingdale's)
Gold Plated Seashell Photo Locket
Lovers of seashells or the ocean will love this gold-plated locket from Heartsmith. It comes with an 18-inch chain. The locket can be customized with a phrase, monogram, or a photo.
Gold Plated Seashell Photo Locket w/ 18" Chain (from $30, Heartsmith)
Folding Vintage Clover Locket
Fans of clovers or those with Irish heritage will find this vintage clover locket super special. It opens up to show off four different photos inside the locket itself.
Folding Vintage Clover Locket ($48, SilkPurseSowsEar/Etsy)
Rose Gold Locket
For gold, diamonds and a modern design, this rose gold locket from Etsy has it all. It comes in other colors, though, if one prefers silver. The seller will insert a photo for the ultimate in personalization.
Rose Gold Locket ($149, WithYouLockets/Etsy)
Personalized Floral Locket Pendant Necklace
The pendant look is a popular locket style for many. It has vintage appeal with its intricate floral scroll etching. The store offers an engraving service to personalize the locket.
Personalized Floral Locket Pendant Necklace ($79, Ross Simons)
Large Locket Charm in Rose Gold
Modern is the direction this Kendra Scott locket is going in. It resembles a rose gold disco ball. It comes with a stencil to make it easy to add a photo at home.
Large Locket Charm In Rose Gold ($45, Kendra Scott)
Bali Antique Locket Necklace
Gorjana's Bali Antique Locket is styled to look like a traditional Balinese piece of jewelry with bead detailing and a brushed finish. The gold plated locket comes with adhesive dots to help attach photos inside.
Gorjana Bali Antique Locket Necklace ($65, Nordstrom)
Sunflower Locket
This sunflower locket doesn't have to beam real sunlight to make people smile. It's different, fun, and functional like any other locket. The company offers high-resolution laser photo engraving and other engraving services to fully personalize the piece.
Sunflower Locket ($40, Pictures on Gold)
Handwritten Custom Locket Necklace
Handwriting can be meaningful, especially if its to remember people we love and those we have lost. This Etsy locket can be engraved with a loved one's handwriting.
Handwritten Custom Locket Necklace ($26, MyWhys/Etsy)
World Map Locket
This world map locket was made for travelers. It's shaped like a globe but also has space for a quote and photo inside so loved ones can be with the wearer, wherever they are in the world. The store will add photos for an additional charge.
World Map Locket ($49, SilkPurseSowsEar/Etsy)
Sterling Silver Pet Locket
Lockets aren't just for keeping people close. The wearer can keep pictures of beloved pets close to their heart with this paw print locket in sterling silver.
Sterling Silver Pet Locket ($55, Amazon)
Quote Locket
Sometimes, words speak more than photos can. Keep this e.e. cummings quote close to the heart with this quote locket from Etsy.
Quote Locket ($32, MoonGardenDesigns/Etsy)
Dog Tag Locket
Those who like the dog tag style will love this locket version of the popular military "accessory." Just place pictures inside and have loved ones always close by. The company can customize with laser-engraved photos, text, and monograms.
Dog Tag Locket ($40, Pictures on Gold)
Magical Moonstone Locket
For those who love their jewelry to be a little more ethereal, this vintage moonstone locket is perfect. It can fit a larger photos has has a truly distinctive style about it. The store can also personalize with a gemstone and an initial.
Vintage Moonstone ($42, ValleyGirlDesigns/Etsy)
