Something Borrowed, Something Blue: Bridal Jewellery

While bridal jewellery is very much a matter of personal taste, no one wants to look like Heidi Montag - hideously blinged up on her big day to the point where her jewellery detracted from the overall pretty, feminine aesthetic. So, if you want to go slightly bigger and bolder than normal, remember to select only a few statement pieces. Chandelier earrings look stunning with a full or partial up-do, however, if you're opting for a thick choker as well, people will be focused on you're competing jewellery pieces rather than you, which is where their attention should be focused. The right combination of bridal jewellery should enhance a bride’s radiance, offsetting her eyes, make-up, and the small, exquisite details of her dress. The combination should not be so gaudy and fussy that it pulls focus, or guests will remember the wedding for all the wrong reasons. That is not to say that there is a set formula for success; the extent of accessorising should depend on the dress, the hair, the make-up, and the style of wedding. A simple sheath dress will benefit from more embellishment than an elaborate princess-esque dress and tiara combination.