Need some expert tips on picking out your wedding accessories? Whatever your plans are for the big day, make sure to always keep your overall theme for the day in mind. If you have chosen your dress, booked your reception, figured out the catering, florists and photographer, you can move on to focusing on the small details that make a huge difference.
Perhaps one of the confusing challenges is picking out the right accessories to complement exquisitely, bespoke bridal gowns. The right [or wrong] final touches can make or break the look. Here are some tips to help you out.
Don’t Wait
Accessories are not something you can simply put on at the last minute and hope for the best. Finding the right jewellery and accessories to help complement bespoke bridal gowns will take time and careful planning. Don’t stress about it, though. Instead, make sure it’s part of your plan and factor in the time to organize a fun shopping day with your bridesmaids so you can seek their opinions.
Avoid Overdoing It
Less is more is a very important rule to adhere to when it comes to choosing your accessories. A lot of brides seem to think that the bigger their €blings’ are, and the more of them, the better. This is certainly not the case. You need accessories that complement your dress, not overpower it in order to come across as elegant and sophisticated, not cheap and tacky. Take into account the bespoke bridal gowns you are considering and tailor the accessories to match.
Study Your Options
Keep in mind that the choice of jewellery and accessories for a wedding is not limited to matching pearl sets and net veils. You can choose silver, gold, platinum, even resin in designs ranging from elegant, elaborate, vintage or over-modern.
Consider the Overall Look
Here are some important factors that you need to keep in mind when matching your accessories to your particular dress.
Color
Most wedding dresses come in ivory, slightly off white or white. As a broad rule of thumb, platinum and pearls work best for white bespoke bridal gowns, gold for ivory-coloured ones, and gold and silver of off-white.
Neckline
The neckline design of your dress is also an important consideration when choosing accessories. For sweetheart necklines that come with embellishments, it is generally best to go without a necklace but instead wear an elegant pair of earrings and maybe a matching ring or bracelet.
Style
Consider the overall style of your gown. If you opt for an elegant gown without any or very minimal embellishments, you can compensate with an intricately designed necklace. For vintage designs, a birdcage veil can present a perfect accessory.
Personality
Don’t forget to add your very own personal style, even in your choice of accessories. It is always best to give it your own unique flair that best reflects your personality. Of course, you still need to keep in mind the basic rules before you break them!
