How to Accessorize Your Wedding Dress with the Right Bridal Jewelry

OK ladies, here's music to your ears (and neck, and wrist)...now that you've got your wedding dress, it's time to accessorize it! There's no doubt about it, the right baubles and accessories perfect your wedding ensemble. Here's what you need to know to accessorize like a pro.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Keep it Simple -
   
   Before the fun begins, please heed this advice. When it comes to your bridal jewelry, less really is more. Simple jewelry makes a timeless fashion statement; overdo it and you risk a phone call from Diddy asking for his bling back.

2. Formality Rules -
   
   Along with all other accessories, the bride's jewelry should reflect the formality of the wedding celebration. A small, informal wedding calls for simple jewelry, while a large, formal wedding calls for more elaborate pieces.

3. Complement the Gown -
   
   Wedding dress style also plays a major roll in jewelry selection. As a general rule - the more detailing on the gown, the simpler the jewelry, while a simple dress calls for added embellishment.

4. Let Your Neckline Lead the Way -
   
   Your dress neckline will guide you towards what pieces and styles you'll wear. Many gowns are strapless or have low necklines, which is a perfect style to showcase a great necklace. If your gown has a high neckline, you may want to forego the necklace and concentrate on finding the perfect earrings.

5. Make It You -
   
   Above all, wedding day duds should reflect your personal style. So stick to studs if you've never worn chandeliers, and if you've never left the house without your favorite strand of pearls - around your neck is where they should be when you say "I do."

Resources

• Bridal Jewelry
• Wedding Accessories