Your Hampshire & Dorset Wedding - Jan/Feb 2020 (Issue 78)

❤ Bespoke As more and more people are looking to express their own personal style many are turning to bespoke creations. Having a special piece created makes it truly special and individual to you. It’s also a way to add a special story to your wedding day jewellery. Laings can transform gorgeous pieces of heirloom jewellery into fresh, contemporary designs, allowing brides to carry on the emotional significance of the gemstones, in a design that they’ll enjoy wearing and can be cherished for generations to come. Bespoke engagement and wedding ring ❤ Something Blue Coloured stones are the perfect way to add a touch of personality to your bridal style. Ever since Kate Middleton debuted her gorgeous sapphire engagement ring, the popularity of the blue gemstone has soared. In 2020 Kate’s influence will still be going strong and sapphires will be used to add some individual style to jewellery looks. Platinum 0.98ct cushion-cut sapphire ring 18ct white gold sapphire and diamond bracelet As more and more people are looking to create their own personal look, gemstone bracelets will increasingly be seen in 2020. ❤ Contemporary Pearls Once seen as more traditional, pearl jewellery has come a long way. In 2020 the trend for pearls set in more contemporary designs is only going to grow, with an increase in brides opting for the fresh take on this timeless favourite. Mikimoto 18ct white gold pearl bubble earrings Jewellery designer Vicki Rawles of Pearlescent Accessories says, “Many brides are taking a more relaxed approach to choosing their theme and accessories. There’s been demand for more natural designs as well as silver hair accessories. I’ve also been working alongside florists to add crystals and pearls to bouquets, corsages and buttonholes, all trends I can definitely see continuing in 2020. As far as colours’ go, more natural teal and dusky pinks tones are among the most requested.” Esme 18ct yellow gold 1ct brilliant-cut diamond ring Esme diamond set 18ct yellow gold wedding band ▲ To complete your bridal set, look no further than a diamond-lined wedding band. The warm tones of the gold really allow the diamonds to glow. Laings the jewellers has six stores across the UK including one at the Westquay shopping centre in Southampton. Here they share their top trend predictions for 2020: ❤ Yellow gold Yellow gold definitely made a comeback in 2019 and its popularity is set to soar in the year ahead. Once considered the most traditional choice when it comes to engagement rings and wedding jewellery, at one point it appeared to be losing its appeal, however with supporters such as Meghan Markle, there’s been somewhat of a revival and it’s firmly back in fashion. With this ring 64