| Bridal jewelry is the showcase for many designers | | | | be the beginning of a necklace. Alternately, loose |
| who work with pearls, precious gems, beading and | | | | pearls can be strewn in the path of the bride, and |
| gold or silver. Delicate tiaras, thick pearl chokers, | | | | gathered later to be string into bracelets or necklaces |
| sweetheart pearl necklaces and luminous pearl rings | | | | for her attendants. |
| adorn blushing brides the word over, with the tradition | | | | Bridal jewelry sets are becoming more popular, with |
| of purity and loveliness carried through in the use of | | | | matching necklaces, bracelets and earrings forming a |
| pearls. | | | | gorgeous way to adorn the bride and offset her dress |
| Pearl necklaces are one of the staples when it comes | | | | and veil. Colored pearls may be used with a white or |
| to bridal jewelry. A short strand of carefully matched | | | | cream dress to bring out the bride's complexion, and |
| pearls can become an heirloom piece, passed down | | | | her bridesmaids can carry out the theme in muted |
| from mother to daughter to grace generations of | | | | pieces of their own. |
| blushing brides. Nearly as popular are pearl earrings; | | | | The concept of bridal jewelry goes past the bride's |
| from huge glowing studs to filigreed drop earrings that | | | | personal collection. The mothers of the bride and |
| combine delicately twisted silver or gold with shining | | | | groom should be gifted with pearl necklaces of their |
| teardrops for a stunning effect. | | | | own, and every female attendant from the maid of |
| Bracelets for the bridesmaids offer the bride a chance | | | | honor down to the smallest flower girl can wear a |
| to show her gratitude, and colors can be matched to | | | | piece specially crafted for the occasion. |
| the bridal party's trousseau. Soft pink pearls, cream, | | | | A well put together bridal jewelry collection can |
| white, or even mauve shades can be used to form | | | | become a treasured heirloom, and all women and girls |
| keepsake pieces that can be worn for years after the | | | | in the family can enjoy wearing the 'family pearls' at |
| memorable event. | | | | their own weddings, for a set of memories even more |
| Flower girls can be gifted with pearl rings or even a | | | | valuable than the pearls themselves. |
| loose pearl sewn into a handkerchief which can later | | | | |