Finding the perfect bridal jewellery for your big day can feel overwhelming, but we are here to help make it effortless.

Your wedding jewellery is more than just an accessory - it is the finishing touch that enhances your dress, reflects your personal style, and adds a touch of elegance to your look. From delicate necklaces to statement earrings, every piece plays a role in creating a picture-perfect moment.

In this guide, we will explore the significance of bridal jewellery, share our top recommendations, and offer tips to help you prepare for your special day with confidence.

As a bride-to-be, your engagement ring and wedding band may be the first pieces that come to mind, but additional jewellery plays a vital role in enhancing your bridal look. Beyond their beauty, these pieces carry deep symbolic meaning, representing love, tradition, and cultural heritage.

Bridal jewellery allows you to express your unique style while embracing both modern and traditional values. For those who cherish their family history, heirloom pieces - such as a necklace or bracelet passed down through generations - can add sentimental significance, making your wedding day even more special.

Moreover, bridal jewellery is not just for the big day. These cherished pieces become lifelong keepsakes, serving as timeless reminders of the love and joy you experienced on your wedding day.

When selecting bridal jewellery to compliment your look, there are a few key pieces to consider:

• Necklaces

• Earrings

• Bracelets

These core pieces can enhance your overall aesthetic, but choosing the right ones requires careful thought. Here are some key pieces of advice to to keep in mind when starting to look at jewellery:

1. Simplicity is Key

With so many stunning and intricate jewellery designs available, it can be tempting to go all out. However, less is often more - overly elaborate pieces may distract from your dress rather than enhance it. Opting for refined, elegant jewellery ensures a harmonious and sophisticated bridal look.

2. Complementing Your Dress

Your jewellery should complement both the colour and style of your dress. For example:

• A classic white gown pairs beautifully with platinum or silver jewellery for a crisp, timeless feel.

• An ivory dress is best complemented by warm gold tones, which enhance its soft, romantic undertones.

• If your dress features embellishments such as pearls or crystals, consider jewellery that mirrors these details for a cohesive look. Pieces from Mikimoto may be perfect for you if this is the case!
  
  

3. Staying True to Your Style

While trends and traditions can offer inspiration, your bridal jewellery should ultimately reflect you. Choose pieces that resonate with your personal style, whether that is minimal and delicate or bold and statement-making. After all, your wedding day is about celebrating your love story, and your jewellery should feel just as special.

With these factors in mind, we can now move onto specific jewellery categories. 

Your bridal necklace should complement your earrings as closely as possible, but an exact match is not essential. More importantly, your necklace choice should align with the cut and neckline of your dress - some styles may not even require one!

If you do decide to wear a necklace, here are a few key considerations:

Choosing the Right Metal

• Silver – A timeless choice that shimmers beautifully and pairs perfectly with a traditional white dress. While silver requires extra care to prevent tarnishing, its simplicity makes it effortlessly elegant. Georg Jensen pieces are stunning and may be worth exploring.

• Platinum – A durable, tarnish-resistant metal that is perfect for bridal jewellery, offering a sophisticated and lasting shine.

• Gold – Available in yellow, white, or rose, gold brings warmth and luxury. It pairs especially well with ivory-toned dresses.

Selecting Your Necklace Style

After choosing your metal, consider whether you prefer a pendant necklace or a chain piece.

• Pendant Necklaces – A pendant adds personality and symbolic value to your bridal look. Just be sure it enhances rather than overpowers your overall ensemble.

• Chain Necklaces – From delicate chains to dazzling tennis necklaces, these styles offer a refined, understated elegance.

At Michael Spiers, we offer an exquisite collection of bridal necklaces to suit every style.

Earrings are an essential part of your bridal jewellery, adding the perfect finishing touch to your look. As with all accessories, they should complement your dress - so let us start there.

Matching Earrings to Your Dress

• White Dresses – Silver or platinum earrings are ideal, enhancing your elegance without drawing attention away from your overall look. Stud earrings offer a timeless, understated beauty, while drop earrings create a more sophisticated and elongated silhouette.

• Gold Accents – Though silver is a natural choice for white dresses, gold earrings can also work beautifully as pieces of bridal jewellery, especially if they help tie together other warm-toned details in your bridal ensemble.

Considering Your Hairstyle

Your hairstyle plays a crucial role in selecting the right earrings:

• Updos (e.g., buns, chignons) – Drop earrings shine here, adding a touch of glamour while framing your face elegantly.

• Loose or Flowing Hair – Stud earrings or small hoops may be a better fit, ensuring they remain visible without getting lost in your hairstyle.

For more information on hairstyles, read the latest blog from Brides.

Bracelets are a wonderful way to infuse personality into your bridal look, adding an extra touch of elegance and individuality. We highly recommend exploring them as part of your bridal jewellery, as the options are endless.

From delicate chain bracelets and timeless pearls, to dazzling tennis bracelets, there is a perfect piece for every bride. With so many stunning choices, you might find yourself spoiled for choice.

Consequently, we have broken them down to help you find your perfect bridal jewellery piece.

Chain & Fancy Bracelets

Chain and fancy bracelets are an excellent choice for your wedding day, offering both versatility and a wide range of styles to suit your taste. Whether you prefer something delicate - like an elegant Gucci piece - or a bolder, statement design, you will be spoiled for choice.

For those seeking comfort without compromising on style, expandable bangles are a fantastic addition to your bridal jewellery collection. Designed to adjust effortlessly to your wrist, they provide a perfect fit throughout the day.

If flexibility and luxury are what you are after, consider FOPE’s Flex’it collection. Featuring the brand’s signature Novecento gold mesh chain, these bracelets adapt seamlessly to your wrist, combining sophistication with ultimate comfort - making them the perfect bridal jewellery piece.

Pearl Bracelets

Pearl bracelets are a timeless and elegant choice, offering a touch of sophistication to any bridal look. For ivory dresses, pearls beautifully enhance the soft, romantic tones of the fabric.

We especially love Mikimoto pearls, renowned for their exceptional quality and craftsmanship. Whether you prefer a delicate single-pearl bracelet or a fully adorned strand, each piece is exquisitely designed to add a touch of luxury to your special day. These are fantastic pieces of bridal jewellery that can then be later used for a variety of formal occasions. 

Tennis Bracelets

A tennis bracelet is a timeless jewellery piece, defined by a seamless row of diamonds or precious gemstones set in a sleek, flexible metal band. Simply put - they are absolute showstoppers.

While perfect for everyday elegance, tennis bracelets are especially coveted as bridal jewellery, adding a touch of brilliance to your wedding day look. At Michael Spiers, we offer a stunning selection of tennis bracelets for you to explore, ensuring you find the perfect piece to cherish forever.

So, you have found your perfect bridal jewellery- now it is time to make sure it shines as brightly as you do on your wedding day.

Keep Your Bridal Jewellery Sparkling

Before the big day, ensure your pieces are clean and gleaming. If your bridal jewellery is new, a gentle polish with a microfiber cloth should suffice. For heirloom pieces or older jewellery, consider a professional cleaning to restore their brilliance.

At Michael Spiers, we offer expert cleaning services and fittings to ensure your jewellery looks flawless and fits perfectly. Our friendly in-store team is always happy to help and provide you with advice over a glass of champagne. 

Perfecting the Fit & Positioning

With countless photos and special moments ahead, your bridal jewellery should stay perfectly positioned throughout the day. A twisted necklace or misaligned earrings can be distracting in pictures, so a little preparation goes a long way.

We recommend enlisting your Maid of Honour or a trusted friend to do a quick check before key moments. You might also want to take a reference photo in advance to ensure everything sits just right.

With these final touches, your bridal jewellery will be picture-perfect, just like your wedding day!

Finding the perfect bridal jewellery takes time, but we are here to make the process effortless and enjoyable. We hope this guide has provided inspiration, but if you are looking for expert and personalised advice, we invite you to visit our Wedding Suite at our Exeter Showroom.

Here, our friendly and knowledgeable team will ensure you feel relaxed, inspired, and confident in choosing the perfect bridal jewellery for your special day.

Book an appointment today by calling our Exeter Showroom - we would love to help you find the pieces that complete your bridal look.