Your Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wedding - April/May 2020 (Issue 82)

JEWELLERY & ACCESSORIES 57 J ewellery and accessories can make or break an outfit. This is just as true for one of the biggest looks you’ll ever have to put together: your bridal style. No pressure! We love a bit of bling and adore the stories we hear about the pieces brides chose for their big days. But balancing the dress, the hair, the make-up, the shoes and the accessories can be more tricky than anticipated. Read on for our top tips on getting your final look right on the money. CONSIDER THE NECKLINE SWEETHEART Show off this soft curvaceous neckline with a delicate, short necklace and studs or drops. V-NECK The focus is on the shape this neckline creates, so avoid detracting from that with a necklace and instead pair it with some pretty drop earrings and a bracelet. PLUNGE Lariat necklaces are gorgeous and bring a boho vibe to this dramatic line. LOW BACK We suggest a back necklace to highlight the feature. ILUSION NECKLINE Avoid a necklace that could snag the delicate fabric. Instead, opt for a pair of long earrings HIGH OR HALTER NECK A necklace will be off table, so flatter with a pair of dazzling statement earrings or a hair accessory. STRAPLESS Wearing a strapless dress can leave you feeling a little exposed. Try a statement necklace to adorn your décolleté with style making you feel more covered. Our top tips on selecting the perfect jewellery to complement your look RING-A-DING-BLING LESS IS MORE Your dress is the star of the show when it comes to the overall look, so don’t upstage it with too many overstated or clashing bold accessories. Jewellery should complement, not overwhelm. Stick to simple, delicate, clean lines to accompany a gown with lots of detail or just one statement piece coupled with a simple dress. 