Your North East Wedding - May/June 2020 (Issue 38)

JEWELLERY AND ACCESSORIES 45  B IG -DAY bling Inspiration and must-haves for the bride-to-be S hopping for bridal jewellery can feel a daunting task thanks to the plethora of beautiful items available. However, you want to add items that accompany your look beautifully and don’t steal the spotlight away from you. Here are some ideas and tips to make the whole process easier. THE B L I NG R I NG Bridal accessories are making such a comeback this season, and nothing makes a statement like a cascading full-length veil. Don’t be afraid to add detail in this way, veils are super sheer and your gown will still do the talking. From shimmering lace, twinkling beaded trims or delicate leafy appliques, there’s a veil to complement every bridal look. If a veil isn’t what you had in mind, what about whisper-thin tulle draping from your shoulders and flowing down the back of your gown – a beautiful bridal cape. This new trend is such an elegant and modern twist on tradition, with added touches of lace or beadwork available. Stand out from the rest with one of these simple yet swoon-worthy pieces. Madi Lane Bridal offers a gorgeous range of designer capes, including the Masen Cape shown in the image. Loving two shapes but not sure which style to choose? An overskirt is the one for you. If you have a detailed gown you can still be daring with your accessories – so continue the dazzling lace into your detachable overskirt for a bold statement; just like the Kaysen gown from Maggie Sottero. Alternatively, go for a sheer tulle flowing from your hips to add a touch of feminine softness while still showing off your fitted figure as you move. Danni Hesketh | Y.A.P Bridal | www.yapbridal.co.uk When choosing a wedding ring, it’s really important to remember that this is the ring you’ll be wearing for the rest of your married life, so you have got to love it! Think about the metal you would like and whether it matches an existing ring or is a stand-alone piece – all the precious metals have varying price points and differing hard-wearing properties. If you work in industry and only a simple wedding band without any stones is allowed – there are still plenty of options to consider such as engraving and hammering effects to make the item completely special. Wedding rings can also be shaped specifically to fit around an engagement ring – the options are endless. For those wearing one for the first time, we suggest trying on different ring samples to figure out which width feels right and then moving on to select the ring profile, and then finally the finish. With regards to fit, you should struggle a little to get the ring back over the knuckle joint otherwise it will fall off when your hands are cold. At Kirsty Taylor Goldsmiths, we have a range of samples to try on and images of rings we have handmade previously to help you decide which ring will be perfect for you. Kirsty Taylor | Kirsty Taylor Goldsmiths | www.kirstytaylorgoldsmiths.com THE WOW FACTOR www.mad ilane.com