Bridal Jewelry – Pearls

Diamonds and sapphires and pearls, oh my! When faced with choosing the jewelry to wear on her wedding a day, a bride can easily get lost in the confusion of different options. Wearing all diamond jewelry is undoubtedly gorgeous, but unless the diamonds are small the jewelry can end up costing as much as the wedding itself.  And since some brides prefer not to wear cubic zirconium jewelry on their wedding, the other logical white gem option is the pearl.

Pearl jewelry is undoubtedly timeless and sophisticated, but it sometimes gets a bad rep for being outdated. We’d like to debunk that myth by saying that pearls are always classic, and if you are wearing a classic wedding gown they will always compliment it beautifully. Additionally, pearls are the type of jewelry that a bride will never regret wearing ten years from now when she looks back on her wedding day accessories.  Of all the wedding fads that come and go, beautiful pearl and diamond jewelry looks lovely year round, year after year, decade after decade.

The type of pearl jewelry a bride wears on her wedding day should be dictated by the style of her dress, although classic pearl earrings will go with just about anything. For a stunning selection of pearl jewelry, we suggest heading over to Apples of Gold’s online jewelry store. They just added a plethora of top-quality Tahitian and South Sea pearl jewelry that is simply breathtaking, and is priced much lower than regular retail – perfect for the stylish bride who wants to save money.

Three pieces perfect for a timeless bride are their South Sea pearl and diamond Julia earrings, the double strand Akoya pearl and diamond clasp necklace and the South Sea pearl and diamond drop pendant. All are absolutely lovely, and all would go fabulously with a strapless sweetheart neckline wedding gown.  Also, be sure to check out Apples of Gold’s site for more pretty pearl jewelry and gold jewelry perfect for the wedding day.

Vintage Style Engagement Rings

Vintage style engagement rings have a timeless allure. The intricate design, antique finish and sense of history makes them irresistible to many brides-to-be, and rightfully so.  Dainty pave designs, fancy filigree and distinctive etching turns a diamond engagement ring into a vintage-inspired work of art.

Vintage style engagement rings run the gamut in look and price, and are a great option for women who love feminine, romantic ring designs.  Some of our favorite vintage engagement ring designs hail from Apples of Gold Jewelry, whose ring styles range from antique Art Deco to vexing Victorian. Even better, their prices are extremely reasonable, perfect for those with expensive taste on a strict budget.

3/4 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Floret Engagement Ring

This dainty, delicate ring (shown at left) is  reminiscent of the Victorian era.  Though vintage in inspiration, the style of this ring gets a modern update with the popular 3-stone style princess cut setting.  It’s a beautiful choice at an incredibly alluring price.

3/4 Carat Art Deco Bridal Ring Set

What we love about this antique style engagement ring is that it comes with a matching diamond-studded band.  The pave halo surrounding the center stone diamond makes it appear much larger for an impressive statement without putting a huge dent in your savings account. It’s perfect for stylish brides who love the sparkle of diamonds, and also takes the hassle out of finding a separate matching wedding band for your engagement ring.

Antique Design Diamond Engagement Ring

The intricacy that is characteristic of vintage engagement rings is spotlighted in this highly detailed design. A sparkling center stone diamond is flanked by two bezel set diamonds on either side as well as a contrasting yellow gold design detail.  The final piece de resistance is the stunning carved white gold shank of the ring reminiscent of old world craftsmanship. What we love most about this ring is that we have yet to find another design quite like it; it truly is unique.

Hand Carved Paisley Diamond Wedding Band

For brides who prefer a beautiful wedding band to wear in lieu of a traditional engagement ring, this beauty would be our first choice. The solid white gold ring has hand-carved paisley leaves running the length of the band, and is surrounded by two rows of pave diamonds that line the edges. It’s a serious stunner that will make brides who want a traditional engagement ring thing twice.

For more examples of lovely vintage-inspired engagement rings, click over to Apples of Gold’s site and check out the rest of their designs. We love that not only are many of their designs unique, they are also budget friendly without sacrificing quality materials or craftsmanship.