Do you want to look as elegant as your favorite celebrity on your wedding day? Whether you adore Gwenyth, Beyonce, Halle, Angelina, Sandra Oh, Cameron Diaz, Kate Hudson or any other megawatt actress, you can easily emulate her superstar style without much effort. Its easy, because contrary to what you might think, looking like a star does not require you to hire expensive stylists, amass a titanic budget or have Ëœfriends who lend like Harry Winston and Fred Leighton. All you need to know is what jewelry style works with your dress, how your personal style fits in, and where to find the ultimate bridal jewelry. Then, simply work your confident attitude like your favorite celebrity to carry off her superstar look. Youll be a stunning bride on your big day for sure!
To get started: Think about your favorite celebrity and her signature look. What about it appeals to you? Her effortless elegance? Her flair for drama? Her always-fresh take on an old classic? Steal the best of her looks and make them fit your own. Then, consider whether her style works with your bridal gown, your personal style, and how you envision your big day. For example, if you love Drew Barrymore for her earthy bohemian chic and youre having an outdoor beach wedding, youre good to go. Look through recent photos of her and see what jewelry she wears with her boho outfits, and how that might translate to wedding day jewelry. On the other hand, if you love Jennifer Lopezs sophisticated style but youre having a laid-back afternoon affair, save the sophisticated look for another time, say, your bridal shower or rehearsal dinner.
Now that youre thinking about which popular wedding jewelry style fits with your ceremony, select the category below that most closely matches the look youre after. Read on for specific tips on choosing the perfect bridal jewelry that will have you looking and feeling as if Nicole Ritchie loaned you her stylist for the day.
Classic: Simple, clean crisp lines, loads of delicate lace, white pumps or strappy sandals, and a traditional veil or pillbox hat define the wedding style we all call classic. Think Grace Kelly in her real-life wedding to Prince Rainier or Mena Suvari in the movie Rumor Has It and youll get the picture. Accessorize the classic look with simple, elegant accessories. A classic diamond or pearl pendant, possibly in a heart shape, paired with delicate pearl and diamond earrings or simple pearl studs are all you need. On a budget? Adorn Brides (find them online) is a great place to lease gorgeous classic wedding jewelry. (You can lease a $10,000 necklace for $330). Looking for pearl bridal jewelry styles? Conduct an Internet search on Ëœpearl jewelry or 'freshwater pearl jewelry to find affordable pearl styles you can wear long after the wedding. Not sure what bridal jewelry combination will work best? A delicate pendant paired with classic pearl studs and bare wrists is a look that never goes out of style.
Glamorous: Think Jennifer Lopez in Monster-in-Law or Heidi Klum in real-life (her 10-carat stunning engagement ring from Seal epitomizes glamour girl style). Glamorous celebs and glamorous brides wear the classic glamour bride look: a gown with a corseted bodice paired with opera gloves. Glamour brides typically forego a necklace as it competes with an intricate bodice. If you do opt for a necklace, try to find something vintage or vintage-inspired, like a pearl pendant set in filigreed metal. Be minimal and classic.
Sixties-inspired: Think Angelina Jolie in Mr. & Mrs. Smith. Accessorize a short, Jackie-O-style gown and simple veil with pearl and diamond or CZ studs, and a simple, classic 18-inch white pearl strand. Choose freshwater pearl jewelry if youre on a budget: Pearl experts say that thanks to improvements in culturing techniques, todays freshwater cultured pearls are every bit as luminous as their saltwater cousins.
Pink: The hem of style icon Gwen Stefanis unforgettable wedding gown was tinted a gorgeous pink hue. Reese Witherspoon donned her characters signature pink shade to wed hunky Luke Wilson in the hit movie Legally Blonde Two. Apparently, pink is all the rage among the fashionable. Going pink too? Accessorize your pink bridal gown with the perfect accessory: pink pearls. Find gorgeous, affordable pink pearl jewelry at Moon River Pearls (youll find them online). But keep this non-traditional look simple: A pink pearl pendant or pink pearl strand paired with pink pearl earrings looks wonderful.
Modern: Carolyn Bessette Kennedy: In her real life wedding to John Kennedy Junior, Carolyn was the epitome of modern chic in her stunning white column sheath. A classic bouquet and a simple updo kept the look fresh. Like this style yourself? Complement clean, modern lines with simple, elegant pearl jewelry. A classic 16-inch pearl drop pendant, pearl drop earrings or pearl studs, or a multi-strand white pearl bracelet all fit the bill. Another huge wedding jewelry trend that is popular today: the 1920s look. Layer long and short strands of pearls, or wear darkened Victorian metal, which has a romantic, old-world feel, over your gown.
More bridal jewelry ideas:
Bold jewelry is modern and popular. Stick to one or two standout pieces.
Black freshwater pearls are an affordable alternative to Tahitian black pearls.
Lavender pearl jewelry looks especially fresh and luminous right now, and works with most skin tones.
Check out pink pearl jewelry for your flowergirls. (Find them online by searching childrens pearl jewelry.)
For a new take on a classic, wrap a strand of pearls around your wrist.
One final tip: The Internet is a great place to comparison shop for jewelry, and is usually far less expensive than retail stores. Just make sure youre buying from a reputable site with a secure store (youll see a logo such as SiteSafe or Verisign on the site).
A graduate of the Gemological Institute of Americas Graduate Pearls program, Amy Drescher is a fashion writer and accessories buyer for http://www.moonriverpearls.com. Reach her at adrescher@moonriverpearls.com for personal recommendations.
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