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How to Choose Jewelry for Your Wedding Day
It's your special day and although all eyes will be
focused on your smile, your dress and admiring your
wedding ring, the addition of other jewelry to your
outfit will finish your bridal look. The cut of your
dress and the style of your hair often determine your
choices, but always take your personal preferences
into consideration when debating whether to add a
necklace, a bracelet or some earrings.
Another secret it to coordinate the gemstones, as well
as to take into account the jewel tones you choose.
Here are a few more secrets that will make your wedding
day ensemble the highlight of the day.
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If you have access to family
jewels, you will want to think of how you
can work them into your bridal look. For sentimental
reasons you may choose your mother's pearls,
your favorite grandmother's diamond earrings
or your sister's charm bracelet instead of
buying new pieces. |
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Always choose a necklace
that complements the cut and style of your
dress. A diamond solitaire will look stunning
with a V or sweetheart neckline, whereas a
pearl or rhinestone choker works best with
a strapless bodice |
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Some folks say that the deep-colored
stones such as rubies, sapphires and emeralds
might be too bold for a white wedding ensemble
and that the lighter colors such as aquamarine,
citrine and lighter topaz could offer the
perfect hint of color. But if the piece is
a family heirloom, the tradition factor outweighs
the boldness concern. At least, in my opinion.
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If your dress or headpiece
has any gemstones included, you will want
to harmonize your jewelry to them. Pearls
will complement beading, whereas diamonds
or zirconia go well with sequins or crystals.
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Always wear similar metals,
i.e. all gold or all silver, so that your
jewelry won't clash. Consider a tennis bracelet
over long, plain gloves or a rhinestone or
pearl cuff over a bare wrist. |
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When considering which earring
to go with, let your hairstyle, headpiece
and necklace dictate your choice. An upswept
hairdo will show off those beautiful hoop
earrings, the drop or chunkier earring or
the gorgeous dangly styles, while simple studs
or small drop gems may be the perfect addition
to a dramatic necklace, decorative veil or
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A Few Final Tips
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If your dress has a lot of lace trim, beading, or rhinestone detailing, it's better not to add a necklace as that could cause your outfit to look too busy. |
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Be sure to try
on all jewelry with your bridal
outfit before making your final
decision. It may look perfect
in the picture or in the display
case, but could be less than stunning
when you try it on. |
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Only purchase
jewelry that has a reasonable
refund or exchange policy, in
case you change your mind after
making a purchase. I know I did
before my big day. |
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