Multi Strand wedding necklaces created with Swarovski crystals and pearls can be the perfect finishing touch to add to your strapless bridal gown. This is a beautiful way to add classic elegance and sophistication to your wedding day look. In place of the traditional strung pearls, choosing a pearl and crystal blend gives a much more contemporary and vibrant look to your bridal jewelry. You can even have custom wedding day jewelry affordably created to match your dress.
Once you have received your strapless gown, you may find yourself looking in the mirror and saying “oh my goodness, I feel a bit bare and I think I need to add some jewelry”. I have heard this so often over the years! Some brides will say “I have too much real estate going on here.” That always makes me chuckle. Whether you have beading on your dress or if your dress is classic with no added beading, it is easy to add in accessories to create a flow from head to toe.
The multi strand necklace above is a close up of of the first picture to show you how you can easily add in a 3 strand pearl and crystal choker necklace and not have it look to chunky or heavy. This style has a graduated style with how each strand lays. It looks similar to a floating pearl look with the crystals and sterling silver chain in between. The jewelry gives enough weight to the look without taking away from the dress. Keep the length about an inch above the bodice to create a balanced look.
The choker style necklace in the picture above has strands are very close together which is another way of adding in 3 strands of pearls and crystals. The dress has a lot of beading and sparkle on it. Adding in a mix of pearls and crystals created the perfect accent. These styles look best when worn just above or slightly over the collar bones.
There are so many pearl and crystal necklace styles to choose from. Whether you choose all pearl, pearl and crystal or mainly crystals with light hints of pearls, the effect will be beautiful. I always say the pearl color brings your fabric color into your jewelry, the crystals add movement and sparkle to your multi strand necklace creating beautiful wedding day photographs!
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Choosing bridesmaid jewelry as a keepsake gift for your bridal party is a lovely personalized gift to bestow upon them. They are as excited as you are as you plan for your special wedding day. Your bridesmaids will want to look perfect for you to make your day special and this wedding jewelry gift can be quite affordable.
You most likely have chosen their bridesmaid dress by now , in the colors of your wedding theme. Bridesmaids worry about what jewelry they should wear to make everything perfect. By choosing a jewelry set for them to wear, you can alleviate the stress they feel over what to wear and also provide a thoughtful gift that they can cherish and wear for years to come.
Choosing a nice quality jewelry set is key. You want them to love their jewelry and have it last for years to come. You can choose to match their dresses with the wide array of Swarovski crystals or pearl colors or you may choose more neutral colors. There are tons of color combinations that can be created by a custom wedding jewelry designer. You may also want to choose jewelry in the same colors but perhaps a different style for each bridesmaid, reflecting her personal style in the gift.
I have had more bridesmaids tell me over the years how happy they were that the bride gave them jewelry. They were proud and happy to wear their jewelry gift and all felt very bonded to one another as they shared not only a gift but a special time with their best friend as they were witnesses to her marriage.
So yes, surprise them with a beautiful bridesmaid jewelry set truly created just for them and all about them! They are honored to be part of your wedding day and will truly be heart warmed by your thoughtful gift.
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Ooh lala! The bridal gowns for 2012 have arrived and here are the Top 10 trends I am seeing for this year. I am super excited with all the sparkle, glamour and sexiness presented by some of the top wedding gown designers. I feel super inspired with my bridal jewelry collections this year with all of the beautiful new wedding gown designs!
1. Capped sleeves are very in this year. I love the artistic use of lace and white stretch mesh materials with embellishments being used to create this effect. I have always thought capped sleeves provide a sexy and elegant look so it is wonderful to see them being used. I really loved this gown by Reem Acra with the lace capped sleeves..
2. Corset style wedding gowns are even more prevalent this year. Designers are offering a multitude of corset style gowns. I love corset style dresses as they are not only slimming and sexy but also allow for a little more latitude for that final fitting. There are styles that can work for everyone, from crystal beaded to sheer and sexy to lace embellished. This beautiful gown by Monique Lhuillier exemplifies that sexy can be mixed with elegant creating a dreamy look.
3. More sparkle! Yes, some are referring to the new crystal beaded dresses as the “disco sparkle gowns”. Now don’t let that phrase steer you in the wrong direction as these gowns are absolutely glorious and regal in their design. I am all about the sparkle of course. This was one of my favorite gowns by designer Anne Bowen and is found in the language of love collection.
4. Capelets are being added as a way to cover the shoulders. They are an alternative to a shrug and I absolutely love this vintage feel this look offers. Capelets were popular in the 1950’s and even going back into the 1800’s. This dress with capelet is by designer Elizabeth Fillmore and was one of my favorite looks. Of course I am always drawn to the vintage elegant romantic look.
5. Designers have been also creating wedding gowns that have sheer materials with crystal and beaded embellishments which create a beautiful visual illusion. Here is a gorgeous designer gown by Marcheesa that adds subtle embellishments to the neckline which creates a very unique effect.
6. Deep V necklines for front and back continue to be a favorite. This year many designers have taken the plunge even lower.
7. Lace details and overlays continue to always be a classic favorite and adds the romantic touch. I love the deep V cut on this Jim Hjelm bridal gown. The lace embellishments give a dreamy look to this dress.
8. The use of fringe is a new twist for adding fun movement and also a vintage look this year. Fringe is being used as an overlay over fabric and also free flowing as you see in this beautiful gown by designer Pnina Tornia. This dress has so much sparkle and movement in real life. I love it!
9. Color also seems to be coming back in the form of Taupe, Tans and Blush colors. I absolutely am in love with with beautiful Vera Wang Hayden gown which has soft taupe tones and amazing design details. The dress floats effortlessly.
10. Lastly, high slits are definitely being seen this year in straight style flared gowns and also in full ball room style bridal gowns. You are able to choose from nay of the designers as to how high you would like the slit. I love the sleek elegant lines of this Maggie Sottero gown.
I hope you have become even more inspired as you search for your perfect bridal gown. The options are endless and the search for your perfect gown can be a fun experience.
Every year I continue to be amazed and delighted by the creativity and new fresh ideas the designers bring forth in their bridal gown designs. This year I am especially energized by the romantic and vintage influenced designs presented in a contemporary look. They inspire me as I continue to create wedding jewelry designs for my brides to accent and match their exquisite gowns perfectly. This gives me great bliss!
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It’s that time of year again to start getting ready to show the 2012 new bridal and bridesmaid jewelry and hair accessory lines at the annual Seattle Wedding Show. This is Seattle’s own Looney Maiden Jewelry’s 9th year participating in what I consider one of the best shows here in the Pacific Northwest. It is a show well worth while for every bride to attend.
For brides, grooms and their family and friends, I highly recommend attending this show if you are looking for high quality vendors for all facets of your wedding day ceremony and honeymoon. The Seattle Wedding show highly screens their vendors and expects a high level of professionalism.
What type of vendors participate? Here is a short list of the types of vendors who will be there:
- Wedding event venues
- Bridal gowns and groom attire
- Bridal , bridesmaid and flower girl jewelry, dresses and accessories
- Local photographers
- DJ’s and live music entertainment
- Your wedding cake
- Flowers and Decorating Ideas
- Invitation Specialists
- Hotel and Honeymoon Travel
- Wedding Planners
- So many more unique categories.
I highly recommend checking out the Seattle Wedding Show Vendor list ahead of time and taking a look at their websites. I find taking this time ensures that when you attend, you can mark a map of the vendors you want to make sure you do not miss. Plan to come early and spend the day taking your time and enjoying one of the fashion shows.
The Seattle Wedding Show is only held once a year and will be held on January 7th & 8th at the Washington State Convention Center. Vendors offer all sorts of great deals at this show too. Looney Maiden Jewelry will be located in our regular Booth #1224, you can’t miss it with all Swarovski Crystal sparkles and purple velvet. You can take a peek ahead of time at the Looney Maiden Jewelry online shopping pages for ideas on what you will see!
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Giving pearl bridesmaid jewelry sets is such a lovely gift to your dearest of girlfriends who are there to support you on your most special day. Having their bridal party jewelry custom created to match their gowns adds that extra icing that tells them how special they are to you. You can easily have their accessories custom made and at an affordable cost.
There are many options to choose from. You may choose a pearl necklace, bracelet and earring bridesmaid jewelry set as seen in the example above. Perhaps the neckline of the dress is high, you can choose a bracelet and earring set in your wedding colors as seen in the picture below.
What is fantastic is that you can choose one or two pearl colors from the Swarovski Pearl color charts for your design to make your custom bridal party jewelry unique for your girls. You can see in the bracelet and earring set that a combination of Cream and Bronze pearls were used which really makes the bronze color pop out. You can easily do this with any color.
In the picture above is a wonderfully priced pearl pendant necklace with matching earrings shown in Dark Green and Olive pearls. With this combination the colors are a complimentary blend with each other. Being playful as you choose your color combinations can be so much fun. Don’t forget, you can always discuss color combinations with your jewelry designer and get that second opinion.
Sometimes, choosing a more neutral pearl color for their bridal party set works best especially with a few of the hard to match colors. Many will ask me does this look too plain. Certainly not! The neutral pearls give your bridesmaid a wonderful gift to wear easily with any outfit. In the picture below, Bronze Pearls are mixed with Golden Shadow champagne crystals to also create a neutral effect. For example these colors are stunning with chocolate or mocha brown dresses as well as with champagne dresses.
No matter what colors and styles you choose, know that your girls are going to be so touched and delighted by your gift. They will readily tell that their jewelry accessories were custom created for them and is high quality. You don’t have to tell them that their pearl bridesmaid jewelry sets were affordable too!
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