| most brides focus on the finding the perfect dress for | | | | pink ones. Teardrop-shape pearls are lovely set as |
| their wedding day, it is just as important to give some | | | | drop earrings or as a pendant. |
| thought to the accessories. The first and foremost rule | | | | The bride looking for a vintage look has a variety of |
| to wedding jewelry is not to overdo it. While it may be | | | | fun choices for self expression. Check jewelry stores |
| fun to get lost in the tulle and satin, it is not a time to | | | | and websites for unique pieces set with colored |
| load up on the “bling!” After all, a bride | | | | stones. Colored cubic zirconia is also a hip choice. |
| does not want to be upstaged by her jewelry on the | | | | Vintage jewelry is another favorite for this look – |
| big day. It is possible to pull off a royal look without | | | | from Marcasite jewelry to bold beads. Or, for dresses |
| looking like the queen's closet has been raided. | | | | with a vintage flair, create a contrast with |
| Once a bride has settled on her dress, it is time to | | | | modern-style jewelry. |
| shop for the accessories. It might be tempting to | | | | The V-neck dress is a favorite with brides who want |
| purchase a necklace or earrings simply because they | | | | to show a little décolletage. This style looks |
| are beautiful, but a bride's goal is to create an overall | | | | great with a pendant or choker, as well as a single- or |
| dazzling effect. This means shopping for pieces that | | | | double-strand of pearls. For a truly glitzy look, choose a |
| will complement the dress. Avoid buying an item | | | | crystal choker with matching earrings that will catch |
| without first thinking about how it will fit harmoniously | | | | the light – and guests' attention. The v-neck |
| with the rest of the outfit. | | | | dress and halter styles are also great styles for |
| Before choosing jewelry it is also good to know what | | | | bringing the attention upwards. Some brides choose to |
| type of metal will work best with a specific gown's | | | | decorate their tresses with a stylish headband or |
| coloring. Gold embellishments clash with the bright | | | | crystal hairpins. Hair worn in a sleek bun or loose |
| white hue of a true white gown. Instead, consider | | | | ponytail accessorizes the halter look beautifully. |
| pearls or platinum. | | | | Most importantly, brides should choose jewelry that |
| A diamond-white, or barely off-white colored gown | | | | reflects their personality. A bride who is uncomfortable |
| matches well with gold and silver, as well as rose gold | | | | wearing chandelier earrings should stick to a diamond |
| and pearl. For gowns in a candlelight shade choose | | | | or pearl stud. No matter what the choice, a bride who |
| gold jewelry to highlight the light white or yellow | | | | is comfortable in her accessories will exude the |
| undertones. | | | | confidence and beauty from within. |
| The style of the dress also comes into play when | | | | Bridal Jewelry Tips |
| choosing bridal jewelry. For instance, a strapless gown | | | | Brides should wear jewelry they love and that reflects |
| is ideal for a swept up hairdo, along with elegant | | | | their personality. |
| chandelier earrings that will move and catch the light. | | | | Consider the neckline of the wedding dress when |
| For a sleek look, choose crystal or a touch of color. A | | | | choosing a necklace. A sweetheart neckline looks fine |
| sentimental bride might choose her birthstone or a | | | | without one, but v-necks provide a perfect frame for a |
| lighter color from her bouquet. Diamond earrings are | | | | special piece. |
| always a stylish choice as they frame a bride's face | | | | Avoid the temptation to overwhelm the dress by |
| beautifully in pictures. | | | | wearing too many accessories. |
| For a bride with a more contemporary edge, it can be | | | | Match hairstyle to dress: Brides with short hair or those |
| a challenge to create the right balance with a sleek, | | | | wearing an up-do can choose longer earrings to |
| elegant dress that most often typifies a modern | | | | compliment their style. Brides with long hair should |
| wedding. Traditional jewelry can provide a fun contrast | | | | consider stud earrings that add an accent to the |
| with and soften the contemporary look of the dress. | | | | flowing tresses. |
| Pearls have a timeless elegance for both a traditional | | | | Match jewelry to dress color. |
| and contemporary bride. For an unusual statement, | | | | Brides can never go wrong with the classic look of |
| choose iridescent, blue-grey Tahitian pearls or petite | | | | diamonds and pearls. |