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Pearl jewelry is undoubtedly timeless and sophisticated, but it sometimes gets a bad rep for being outdated.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.

Bridal Earrings: Think Pink

Though clear gemstone jewelry is a lovely classic choice, there is something about colored gemstone earrings, necklaces and rings that make a bridal look pop.  We love the idea of tying in your wedding day colors with your bridal ensemble, and light pink has been a popular wedding color in recent seasons. Not only does it go with so many other colors (navy, red, light blue, purple, white, black, brown and orange, to name a few), but it’s a feminine color that allows a bride to indulge in her inner girly girl.

Adding a piece of pink gemstone jewelry to the bride’s wedding day ensemble is a fun way to play up the wedding color and add richness to her look.  If you are on the fence about pink gemstone jewelry on your wedding day, take a peek at these gorgeous Pink Topaz drop earrings by Brian Danielle.

Crafted from 14K solid rose gold, the drop earrings are set with a round cut, sparkling pink topaz. Surrounding the pink center stone is a halo of pave diamonds that pop against the warm rose gold metal. In three words? Sheer, utter perfection.  These earrings are the perfect pick for a romantic bride who wants her wedding day filled with peonies, muted pastels, and flirty feminine details.

If you love the style of these earrings but pink just isn’t your thing, check out these beautiful alternative center stones, both set in white gold in lieu of rose gold:

Brian Danielle Prasiolite Drop Earrings - Prasiolite is a beautiful bluish-green stone that looks stunning set in this darling earring design.

Brian Danielle Blue Topaz Drop Earrings - Brides looking for their something blue will love the blue topaz center stone in this design. Besides, the sparkling blue gemstone makes both  blue and brown eyes pop.

Accessorizing Your Wedding Dress: Jewelry

You’ve found the perfect wedding dress – now it’s time to find the perfect wedding day accessories. Your jewelry, veil, shoes and hair piece make just as big of an impact on your final look as your dress. In fact, they can make or break your look, precisely why accessories are such an important component of your wedding day style.  Of all the wedding day accessories, jewelry can be the most difficult items to choose for a bride. Many brides-to-be struggle with deciding what type of jewelry looks best with their dress, reflects their personal style and matches their wedding’s style.  To make the decision a bit easier, we’ve created a jewelry style guide based on the type of dress the bride has chosen. We hope this helps save you time and keeps you looking stylish.

Strapless Wedding Gowns

With a strapless gown, brides can pull off a gorgeous pair of chandelier earrings. Even if the dress has beading, a sparkling pair of  chandelier or dangle earrings is high enough above the neckline to compliment instead of clash.

Bateau (Boatneck) Neckline Wedding Gowns

The vintage bateau neckline looks lovely with a small pair of pearl studs or diamond earrings.

Halter & Sweetheart Neckline Wedding Gown


Necklaces with delicate pendants are a great choice for a halter or sweetheart neckline gown. Since the straps are near the neck, avoid any overly large earrings, and try to avoid wearing both earrings and a necklace with a halter gown.

Wedding Day Perfume

You’ve picked out a new dress, hairstyle, shoes and accessories for the big day – but you might not have given much thought to your wedding day perfume. If you haven’t, you should – consider how many people will be dancing with you and embracing you, close enough to get a whiff of your chosen perfume.

The perfect wedding day perfume is sweet and light,with a touch of sensuality for an evening reception. Many brides simply use their regular perfume for the wedding day, but some perfumes that work well for daily wear are not the best picks for a wedding. If you prefer a stronger, masculine scent for daily wear, you might want to choose a lighter, more feminine wedding day perfume. Light floral scents do the job well, and go with the feel of the day – soft, romantic and sweet.

One bridal perfume we love for the wedding day is Quel Amour! by Annick Goutal. The scent is airy and feminine with a hint of sensuality, and isn’t overpowering yet lasts for hours. Also, when choosing your wedding day perfume, consider that many photographers like to capture the little details of the day including the process of getting ready. A shot of your perfume bottle, earrings and other bridal accessories laid out together makes a lovely composition that captures the mood of the day. As with all Annick Goutal perfumes,
Quel Amour! comes in a beautiful, delicate bottle that looks as romantic as the name of the perfume – perfect for bridal accessory shots.

Though Annick Goutal perfumes tend to be on the pricey side, The Perfume Spot is offering a huge discount on all their Annick Goutal scents. If you are still in search of the ideal bridal perfume, make sure to check out their selection.