Designing A Bridal Jewellery Set for A Summer Wedding
From the colour of your dress and length of your veil, to the gemstones used in your bridal jewellery set, there is a lot to consider when compiling your wedding outfit. Every detail counts, but this is one of the most important and meaningful days of your life and you deserve to enjoy the spotlight with confidence. After all, if there was ever a day to dazzle then it is your wedding day!
Whether you select your favourite pieces from our range or commission your own bridal set, Allen Brown Jewellery has all the unique, high-quality pieces that you need for your special summer day.
A Bridal Jewellery Set
Cohesion is everything on a wedding day. Just as the invitations match the seating plans and the bridesmaids’ dresses match the groomsmen’s ties, the same principles apply to the pieces that make up your wedding jewellery set.
If you have planned your wedding around a particular colour palette then this is going to be a key colour to include in your set – particularly if it matches the colour palette of your bouquet and bridesmaids’ outfits. This is also helpful when choosing a particular design theme to aim for – is your wedding traditional and steeped in heritage, or stripped-back with plenty of authentic touches that represent you?
Next, it’s time to consider the existing elements of your bridal look that will serve as inspiration for the entire set. It’s essential to choose materials that won’t clash with your dress or overwhelm the finished look, which is why many brides favour opals, diamonds, pearls and sapphires that go beautifully with a flowing white dress and elegant updo. You’ll also find that many brides choose dainty gold designs and silver pieces that complement their bridal look, and match their pieces with the wedding rings that they and their partner have already picked out. As we have said; consistency and cohesion are everything.
Ready to get started? Read on to explore the key pieces to include in your set, or contact us directly to commission your wedding jewellery.
Necklace
Choosing the right necklace is less about the materials and much more about the overall design; more specifically, the length. If your dress has a high neckline then a longer design with a large pendant will fill the space and stand out against the white material, whilst a simple gold choker that sits against the skin will accentuate your neckline and go wonderfully with a pinned-up hairstyle.
If you have a sweetheart, off-shoulder, or straight-across neckline then your options are a little more varied. It’s still important to not clutter your neckline with too many varying colours or clashing elements, but you have much more room to play with, so why not fill it with a unique, timeless design that stands as the focal point of your bridal outfit.
Bracelet
Don’t let your necklace steal all the attention. Instead, draw the eye to your hands (and to the wedding ring that will soon be on your finger) with a statement bracelet.
Since the main focus will be upon your wedding and engagement rings, it is best to go for one showstopping bracelet, or several more delicate, discrete ones that direct attention towards these important pieces. Bracelets work best as subtle enhancements, rather than scene-stealing accessories, and just like the rest of your set, the materials used in your bracelet should match the ones in your necklace.
However, that’s not to say that you can’t get creative with your bracelets. Why not commission a bespoke bracelet that commemorates the calendar date of this special day, alongside your names? These can be engraved on a charm or disc, or directly onto the band, and are a truly timeless capsule of this special day.
Earrings
Stacked earrings are very much in trend right now, but it is advisable to forgo current trends in favour of enduring designs when choosing pieces for your bridal jewellery set.
Just as you consider your dress when selecting your necklace, make sure that you consider your dress, veil, and hairstyle when choosing earrings. You don’t want them to take up too much focus in comparison to these other elements and drop pearl earrings are a particular favourite for brides who plan on wearing a statement headpiece and intricate veil.
Similarly, if you have opted for a particularly impressive necklace, then it is a good idea to slightly ‘tone down’ the rest of your jewellery to allow the focus to fall upon this piece – or, to do the opposite and go for matching earrings and bracelets that include the same maximalist designs.
Ring
Finally, to complete the entire outfit, it’s time to pick the most important piece of jewellery – the ring.
Your wedding ring is a symbol of your love and commitment and will be worn every day of your married life. Everything, from the metal to the fit, has to be perfect and both our online shop and Heart of the Country Village showroom have a stunning collection of one-off jewellery that you won’t be able to find anywhere else.
However, we know that when it comes to choosing wedding rings you need something even more special, which is why we also offer commission services. So, if you’ve yet to find the perfect wedding rings for you and your partner, then book a consultation with our design team today to translate your love into physical form with expert craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Our Commissions Service
Looking for a little more creative control over your bridal jewellery set?
At Allen Brown Jewellery, we can:
- Create A New Set: Using your favourite materials and working to your brief, our onsite designers will design a brand new set for your special day.
- Finalise a Jewellery Suite: Found the perfect starting piece but can’t source any matching designs? Not to worry – we can craft a new suite using a piece of jewellery that you already own by designing matching earrings, bracelets, necklaces and even hairpins to go with it.
- Remodel Existing Pieces: Do you have a family heirloom that has been worn by all the brides in your family? Make this special piece a meaningful part of your outfit by having it remodelled into your something old, something new, and something borrowed!
Commission A Bespoke Bridal Jewellery Set
We are an experienced specialist team that provides quality services and unique commission jewellery, and you can trust us to meet your wedding jewellery requirements with care and dedication.
Get in touch with us today and let’s work together to create a wedding jewellery set that is as unique and everlasting as your union.
