Wedding Jewelry

Now that you have your wedding dress, it is time to accessorize it and complete the ensemble. Bridal jewelry is as important as the wedding gown itself- it complemented well with the attire, it can enhance a bride's look and make her look resplendent.

The type of jewelery you choose to wear on your wedding day depends completely on you; while earlier, bridal jewelery was restricted to pearls or diamonds that complemented the gown, the brides of today opt for jewelry that express their individual style.

No longer are necklaces and bracelets mere side accessories to the wedding gown- bold neck pieces and chandelier earrings often become the central focus of the ensemble. Again, it is a personal choice as simple pearls and diamonds still find favor among many brides.

Types of Jewelry Pieces

When choosing a necklace, the neckline of your wedding gown will play an important role in determining the type you pick. The classic choker fits around the neck and works well with a jewel or bateau neckline. A princess necklace that falls about sixteen inches down the neck looks good on gowns with low necklines, and if your gown is strapless, try a Victorian style neck piece with two or three strings that fit securely around the neck; gowns with high necklines can be accentuated with an Opera necklace.

You may choose to forgo the necklace completely and choose to create a dramatic look simple with the help of elaborate earrings. The key to creating an overall elegant look is to strike a balance with all your accessories; if planning to wear both earrings and neck piece, keep the earrings simple if the necklace is elaborate and vice verse. The same thing applies with tiara, as wearing both together could create a look that might look a bit over-done.

Tiaras are elegant pieces of jewelry that can make a bride look like a princess. A miniature crown, tiaras are miniature crowns made of metal and embellished with gems and stones, that along with an elegant hairdo and supporting veil, create a  beautiful look.

If the wedding gown is sleeveless, short-sleeved or three-fourth sleeved, a bracelet would be a charming accessory to adorn your wrist. A wedding brooch, too can enhance the look of a gown.

Matching Metals and Gems with Gown

A white bridal gown is the most popular color choice, and the jewelry that best matches this shade is platinum or silver. Off-white dresses are complemented by either golds, silver or platinum, while ivory colored dresses work best with gold jewelry.

Pearls are the gem of choice for many brides, and its association with weddings dates back to the ancient Greeks who believed this gem promoted marital harmony. Diamonds are a girl's best friend, and these add an extra sparkle to the wedding ensemble.

Colored bridal jewelery is a recent trend that is very fashionable and allows one to experiment with the overall look. One can be original and choose to coordinate the gem colors with the wedding theme or even the bridesmaid dress colors.

Bridal Jewelry accentuates the bridal outfit and adds a special touch to the overall attire. Go ahead, express your style- it is your day after all!