FINISHING TOUCHES Once your nearest and dearest find their perfect dress, the next task is finding dream-worthy accessories. With so many pieces on the market, the search can become overwhelming with the amount of options and styles available. We’ve asked two jewellers to share advice to make the process easier. SARAH COLLEY | BAKER BROTHERS The best part of putting an outfit together is choosing the right jewellery to go along with it; wedding attire is no different. Some brides prefer to choose their bridesmaid accessories, while others allow free rein. Either way, it’s essential to understand how the jewellery and dress can work perfectly together. A necklace can finish a bridesmaid outfit perfectly, and it also acts as a memento for your special day. When choosing style, always consider the neckline of the gowns. A strapless or sweetheart neckline can be complemented with a dropstyle pendant; an elegant pearl, a solitaire diamond or gemstone. You could even consider layering delicate chains in mixed metals for a more contemporary look. The classic spaghetti-strap dress with a square neckline can be paired beautifully with a string of pearls, while an off-theshoulder or Bardot neckline can look stunning with a more statement piece and coordinated earrings. Think about the colour of your bridesmaids’ dresses. Silver or white metals pair better with lighter pastels, while rose or yellow gold goes better with warmer tones. Consider hairstyles as an up-do gives more leeway for statement, drop earrings. Or perhaps their hair is being worn down; in that case, it would be better to opt for demure studs or pearl earrings. Check out: www.bakerbrothersdiamonds.com SARAH HEULWEN | LEWIS HEULWEN LEWIS BESPOKE From when we were little, we all imagined how our big day would be from the white dress, crisp suits, colour schemes, gorgeous flower arrangements and the perfect wedding venue. Whether you’re a big-day dreamer or not, the attention to detail when planning your wedding makes all the difference. Jewellery can sometimes be the forgotten finishing touch; a classic gemstone and diamond pendant would work well with any dress and any budget. It can complement your colour scheme and even individual personalities. Going bespoke for each pendant allows you to choose the diamond or gemstone that reflects your bridesmaids and the big day. Your best girls will have been there throughout the planning experience, so what better way to say thank you than by giving them a gift that they can cherish not just for the day, but also for a lifetime. Check out the company here: www.heulwenlewisbespoke.com DRESSING THE BRIDAL PARTY 79
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