A Bridal Boutique Guest Post: Samara James – Everything But the Ring

Like most Brides, much to my fiancé’s annoyance I’m a bit of a magpie when it comes to sparkly jewellery! Every time I pass a shop window with glimmering emeralds, diamonds and jewels it’s impossible to pull me away, and I must admit I keep using the excuse of the wedding to try to convince the future husband that I really do need it! But what jewellery do you really need for your wedding day? What necklace will best flatter the neckline of the dress? What style of earrings will go with that beautiful birdcage veil? I have no idea! Fortunately though I know someone who can help!

Rebecca Lowe sent us this post she’d written on behalf of top jewellers Samara James. Samara James have created a beautiful range of jewellery perfect for weddings and also create stunning bespoke designs to match their client’s exact needs. So who better to offer solid guidance through the minefield of wedding jewellery! Over to Rebecca.

Everything but the Ring: What Jewellery to Wear on Your Wedding Day?

Happiness comes at a cost and wedding occasions could aptly fit this statement. The weeks leading to this day are usually time-consuming and money-sapping. These efforts usually go towards venue identification, selection of the wedding gowns and accessories among others. During this occasion, everything must be perfect. Of crucial importance is the bride’s attire, which must be exquisite and glamorous. The need for the bride to look beautiful elevates the importance of jewellery to her dressing. This jewellery performs vital functions beyond the wedding ceremony. Getting the perfect wedding jewellery is normally dependent on a range of factors.

First, it is wise for the bride to select jewellery that matches the features of her gown. In this regard, the necklines of the gowns should not stifle the fashion purpose of the neck jewellery. There are various kinds of necklines for wedding dresses including strapless, halter, sweetheart, high-collar, bateau, V-neck, off-the-neck and scoop. Those who select V-neck gowns could do well to go for pendants or drop jewellery. Scoop necklines usually work best with most types of necklaces as is the case with halter necklines.

A kundan necklace would ideally look stunning on brides who wear wedding gowns with round necklines. With sweetheart necklines, drop necklaces could suffice although there is a risk of becoming a fashion disaster. The option is to leave the neck bare and make a fashion statement via statement earrings or bangles. These accessories will give the bride a glitzy or glossy look.

Earrings are the other vital jewellery for every bride, if your dress is very lavish then going for simple stud earrings is a good option. Pearl studs should be the number one choice for all women who are wearing ivory dresses as getting a colour to match will look simple and elegant. This is because it accentuates their beauty regardless of their complexion, whereas in a highly decorated white dress simple diamond studs would also look stunning. If you have opted for a more simplistic dress then you can go for slightly more daring jewellery anyway and this would include earrings but always keep in mind what you are doing with your hair too. Why would you spend hundreds on stunning drop diamond earrings if your hair will be covering them up?

Veils have always been an integral part of wedding gowns. Still, some women would opt for tiaras or hair jewels rather than the more traditional veil and some brides decide to wear them but do not cover their faces. Much of the debate centres on the advantages of each of these accessories. Their ability to bring out the beauty of the gown and the bride depends on their compatibility with the dress itself and the overall look the bride is trying to achieve. Those brides that fancy both accessories can wear both at the same time. The tiara or the hair jewel stays under the veil in tandem with the hairstyle of the bride.

While shopping for wedding jewellery, women must also purchase a bracelet. There are numerous types of bracelets that are appropriate for a wedding occasion. To avoid a fashion mishap, it is important to use bracelets with wedding dresses devoid of gloves or overstretching laces. A simple bracelet would do the task of accentuating the beauty of the gown. The different kinds of bracelets include open-able, statement and classical bracelets. The latter fits the description of a simple bracelet thanks to its feminine, elegant touch.

The basic rules are: having a theme, don’t mix diamonds, pearls and flowers just do one and find a veil, hair jewels, neck and bracelet to match each other and compliment your dress. Keep in mind the all-important final piece of jewellery: the ring. If your ring is gold then try and keep it all the same colour of gold.

Wedding ceremonies are once-in-a-lifetime events. It is important to make them last for ages. The bride’s physical appearance must be immaculate to make this memory a pleasant one. This entails choosing the perfect jewellery to complement the good looks of the bride.

Author Bio:

Rebecca is writing for www.samarajames.com dealing with everything that sparkles for the big day in terms of jewellery and engagement rings. Rebecca also runs her own wedding organising business in the West Midlands in the UK and has plenty of tips on outfits, hair, jewellery including diamond studs from Samara James Jewellery and everything else you will need to make the day extra special.