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Bridesmaid wedding jewelry is often costume jewelry, due to the high price of authentic pieces. Many costume sets imitate well known and popular designer pieces, making them both fun and eye-catching enhancements. With choices of faux pearls, semi-precious stones, Austrian crystal, beads, and many modern variations, there are plenty of options available.
Bridesmaid jewelry can match a traditional wedding with whites and ivories, or it can pick up some of the festivity of the wedding theme. Will the bridal party change their outfits between the ceremony and reception? If so, will the original set of jewelry work or will you need to consider a jewelry change as well?
Brides may choose to present their bridal party with bridesmaid jewelry sets as special wedding gifts. The bridesmaids will be able to wear their gifts during the ceremony and reception in addition to having them as special keepsakes.
What's Hot In Bridesmaid Jewelry
Popular trends among bridal sets include the timeless pearl, chandelier necklaces and earrings, layered necklaces, and hair jewelry such as tiaras, jeweled clips, and hairpins. However, there are no set rules that dictate the ins and outs of bridal jewelry. It's just nice to choose jewelry that reflects the individual tastes of the women who will wear it.
Even if your bridal party has matching dresses, they can still wear individualized jewelry. A little variation may actually enhance the overall look of the day while celebrating some of the differences among the women. If you decide that you prefer to have the women all wear identical jewelry, you may want to have a group vote so that they are comfortable with the choice.
Match Jewelry, Dress, and Hairstyle
It's important to consider both the style of dresses and the type of neckline when choosing necklace lengths and sizes. Will dresses have v-necks, sweetheart necks, halter tops, strapless presentations, or will they rest off the shoulders? A v-neck cut looks especially nice with a drop charm, and an open back is the perfect cut for a lariat (charm that hangs down the back). Remember to be sure your jewelry choices work with your chosen attire.
Earrings, too, should match face shapes and hairstyles. Long, flowing earrings are all the rage, but if your bridal party members wear their hair loose, those earrings may be very tangled up in hair by the end of the celebration. Hair swept up and away from the face creates an ideal way to show off those longer earrings. Smaller button earrings might be a safer bet for loose locks.
Bridesmaid wedding jewelry will add that finishing touch for a special group of women. Although large, dramatic pieces are fun, remember to let your jewelry choices enhance without overpowering whatever spectacular look you have chosen.