Wedding Necklace

Can you wear a necklace at your wedding?

Yes, you can!

Wearing a necklace at your wedding is a brilliant idea. It adds a new dynamic to your look and, paired with a classic up-do, brings attention to glistening diamonds, elegant gold, or whatever else you fancy.

Your necklace can be dainty to offset chunky earrings or a statement piece to complement a modest dress. Embellishments in colour give bridal jewellery a unique edge whilst maintaining tastefulness.

The options are endless. However, don't get too carried away. As beautiful as bridal necklaces are, you can have too much of a good thing.

If you can't decide between necklaces, refrain from layering them unless they work as a set. It only distracts from the rest of your carefully thought-out look.

What necklace to wear with what neckline?

You likely already have your wedding dress, so when shopping for jewellery, take into consideration the neckline you're working with.

For the popular v-neckline, opt for a pendant necklace with just the right length to match the angle of the v. Sweetheart neckline looks best with a subtle necklace, such as a short, small pendant.

With high necklines, it depends on how much room you have for the necklace to sit on; if there's room above your collarbone, try a short chain. Otherwise, use drop earrings as the focus.

Should wedding jewellery match the ring?

Yes and no.

One of the biggest trends right now in wedding jewellery pieces is mixing and matching materials. Gold and silver go beautifully together as long as it's done tastefully.

So, if your wedding band is gold, as it typically is, there are no rules against wearing a silver necklace or bracelet.

Our glamorous Satellite Moissanite Chain Bracelet comes in both gold and silver.

However, there are some other things to consider in terms of style and design. For example, a diamond wedding ring will clash with a statement necklace and warm-toned metals.

Should brides wear gold or silver?

Why not both?

As gold and silver work together so well, you can incorporate them into hair accessories and bangles to accent one another.

If you have your heart set on one or the other, a great way to help you decide is by looking at your skin tone and natural features.

Skin with warm undertones and brunette hair suits gold and rose gold, while those with cold undertones suit silver jewellery. However, blondes can wear both gold and silver jewellery.

You can take this information and apply it to your bridal party. Perhaps some features are best suited for gold rather than silver and vice versa. Doing this results in a beautiful range of jewellery sets that complement each person.

Why do brides wear gold?

Yes, gold is aesthetically pleasing, but its popularity in weddings runs much deeper than that.

Culturally, gold is a common staple piece in weddings due to what it symbolises.

In China, gold jewellery is believed to bring good fortune to the bride and groom. Those in India wear gorgeous gold jewellery sets on their big day, as they represent abundance and prosperity.

Putting cultural significance aside, gold is and undoubtedly always will be a centrepiece in bridal jewellery. You can wear gold in many different ways, such as dainty stud earrings or a grandiose necklace.

Can you have a wedding necklace instead of a ring?

It may be a little unconventional, but if you prefer to have a necklace rather than a ring for various reasons, you absolutely can.

No matter what form it comes in, any piece of jewellery to symbolise the union of you and your partner is valid. It's common for those in certain workplaces to wear their ring on a chain around their neck for safety reasons.

What is the significance of wearing a pearl necklace?

The significance of pearls dates back to Ancient Rome, where they were attached to almost everything, including furniture and clothing. The Greeks were also infatuated with pearls and associated them with matrimonial prosperity.

Pearls also have significance in Chinese and Japanese cultures, where they represent purity and are even deemed worthy enough to be divine offerings.

Nowadays, pearl necklaces resemble timeless elegance and are bound to make your wedding day that much more special.

When should you buy wedding jewellery?

If you're getting customised pieces, you should start a couple of months in advance.

Having plenty of time allows for engravings and personal touches to be made. Any tweaks also have ample time before the wedding day. Having your bridal jewellery ready to walk down the aisle is a big weight off of your shoulders.

Shop our Engraved Personalised Bar Necklace to commemorate the big day.

Give yourself some leeway. You may change your mind about your dress, shoes, or other accessories and need to rethink your jewellery to complement the change.

How do you decide on bridal jewellery?

After applying what you've learned through research and advice from those who know you best, prioritise your personal style.

If you're lost, remember the skin tone and feature method. Using this as a guide for what materials to wear is a great start to building your bridal jewellery ensemble.

In addition, factor in your dress and its neckline. For example, a heavily detailed dress won't do an equally intricate necklace justice. For inspiration, scroll online or on social media sites for jewellery you'd also love to wear as you say 'I do'.

No matter how extravagant the wedding, it's about you and your partner. Therefore, staying true to what you feel comfortable in is paramount.