Wedding Wednesday: Bridal Jewelry Tips

Wedding Wednesday: Wedding Day Jewelry 

The first rule in wedding jewelry - don't over do it!  AE brings you a jewelry guide to match your metals to your whites and your jewelry to your necklines.

Select the metal that compliments your white dress best!   

Bright White

Stick to pearls or platinum.

Off-White (or Diamond White)

Pairs with gold or silver, or rose gold or pearls (you get the picture)! 

Ivory

Gold will pull out the tint in the fabric. 

Necklaces and necklines - pick the perfect pair!

Strapless or Sweetheart 

Pick a statement piece!  A dramatic necklace will take this style of neckline from pretty to pretty amazing!  Our STUNNING bride, Katie B, chose a bolder option to complement her sweetheart neckline and kept it simple with a beautiful stud earring. 

Pull back long hair to make some room for this piece.

Photo Courtesy of photographer, Amanda Julca  

One-Shoulder

Skip the necklace all together.  

Instead, slip on a pair of dramatic earrings and/or a thick cuff to balance out the look. 

Photo Courtesy of Martha Stewart Weddings

V-Neckline

Pair this plunging neckline with a delicate necklace.  A pendant will compliment the cut nicely! Pick out a noticeable earring to draw attention to your face.

Photo Courtesy of Coral's Bridal 

Halter and Reverse Halter

Accessorize your tresses, it's great way to dress up your halter gown!  Whether using a headband or crystal hair pins, adding some sparkle to your coif will complete this look.

Photo Courtesy of Sweet Beginnings 

Bateau Neckline

Pick a necklace with little length!  When done right, layers complement this neckline beautifully.  When matching earrings, don't over do it, select a slight drop or stud to complement the jewels on the necklace. 

Photo Courtesy of Martha Stewart Weddings

When in doubt, remember, the wise philosophy of Ms. Coco Chanel:
When accessorizing, always remove the last piece you put on.  

This is surefire way to stay well-edited when deciding on your bridal bling.