Expert Shares Tips on How to Choose Your Wedding Day Jewellery

Your wedding is one of the most memorable days of your life, for this reason, every small detail is often planned to perfection. One of the most important details to consider is deciding which jewellery pieces to wear on the big day.

Luxury jewellery brand GLAMIRA has prepared tips on what to consider when choosing your wedding day jewellery, and guidance around what’s currently trending.

Nina Laurent, Jewellery expert at GLAMIRA, comments:

“Choosing your wedding day jewellery is a momentous decision! There’s a few things to consider, such as making sure your jewellery suits your wedding dress, and how to incorporate any sentimental pieces you may want to wear. 

“Your wedding day jewellery should be pieces you feel comfortable and confident in. Elevated versions of your everyday pieces may be a suitable option. If you usually wear small studs for example, you could keep the stud element, but experiment with the size and gemstone.”

Trending wedding day jewellery

Some people may be inspired by recent bridal jewellery trends when choosing their wedding day pieces. Here are some recent trends that are becoming increasingly popular with brides today, especially Gen Z.

Vintage statement pieces

Vintage maximalist pieces have been what the youngest generation of brides have gravitated towards when choosing their bridal jewellery. Antique diamonds have also had their moment recently.

Colourful gemstones

There has been a rise in popularity for colourful gemstones, with many brides opting for sapphires, brown diamonds, and other colourful gemstones for their engagement rings. At Glamira, we’ve seen a lot of demand for rubies especially, which can range from purplish shades to pure, bright red. 

Alternative stone cuts

For the bride who desires a ring as unique as her own style, alternative cuts such as pear, marquise, emerald, baguette, trillion, and heart offer an exquisite departure from tradition. These distinctive shapes — from the timeless elegance of emerald to the romantic charm of a heart cut — bring a sense of individuality and refined sophistication to her most cherished piece.

Mixed metal ring stacks. Mixing metals and wearing chunky rings is another up and coming bridal jewellery trend. Brides are choosing to add a pop of colour and personality to their wedding day look.

Tips on choosing your wedding day jewellery

• Consider your wedding dress. Your jewellery choices may change depending on the kind of wedding dress you choose. If your wedding dress has a high neckline like a halterneck, then you may want to let a pair of statement earrings take the spotlight. If your dress has a low neckline like a V-neck, then a necklace, whether a delicate pendant or bold statement piece, may be a great option.
• Stick to your personal style. On your wedding day you want to feel confident, yet comfortable. This is why it may be best to stick to what you know. If you usually wear simple and elegant jewellery, keeping to this style may make you feel truly like yourself. 
• Wear what you want. It’s your big day, there are no rules on what jewellery you can and cannot wear. Instead of following trends, follow your own style and wear the pieces you feel the most confident in, even if they don’t match perfectly. You don’t have to stick to one metal colour for example, gold, silver, and platinum can be combined to create a beautiful mix that suits you. 
• Incorporate your sentimental pieces. On your wedding day, you may want to wear a piece of jewellery that means a lot to you, like a family heirloom. Before you decide on your dress and the rest of your jewellery, think about how this sentimental piece will fit in, to ensure it blends in with the rest of your look.
• Be practical and prioritise comfort. Although you’ll want to look your best on your wedding day, you may also want to think about your comfort throughout the day and night as well. Wearing jewellery you know you’ll feel at ease in may be the ideal choice.

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