Choosing the Perfect Bridal Accessory
We get so many questions about the perfect bridal accessory, especially when it comes to doing the right thing and ensuring that any accessory compliments your dress perfectly!
We have therefore put together our most asked questions with our answers, to help you along the way…
Should I wear a necklace with my wedding dress?
This is a completely personal choice and the first question you should be asking is do you want to? If the answer is yes, then start by looking at the style of your dress.
If your dress’ neckline is low and there is a lot of chest on show, it may be nice to add a little sparkle which will also help to break up this area of skin.
If you are wearing a very simple crepe, satin or Mikado dress, then a beautiful necklace will also help to personalise the gown to your style.
If your gown has a lot of detail around the neck area, such as a high lace neckline, a necklace might be a little too much.
Will statement earrings go with my wedding dress?
Statement earrings are a great way of bringing your personality into your bridal look! Again if your dress is very simple and classic, large statement earrings can give your bridal look a very cool and modern appearance and can be a real focal point.
Statement earrings can still be very classic, and large ivory type flowers or pearls will always be timeless. Have fun with it, you want to feel like the most beautiful version of yourself on your wedding day, so play around with looks to find what suits you and your gown perfectly.
Should my bridesmaid's jewellery match?
This is completely up to you and your bride tribe. If you want all your bridesmaids to match perfectly, then it is also likely you will want their jewellery to be identical. A great way to do this is to use bridesmaid gifts for your bridal party and give them a matching necklace, bracelet, or earrings as a thank you but also asking your bridesmaids to wear them on the day.
My mum wants me to wear a piece of her jewellery – but will it go?
Again, this will depend on your dress and style, but we would imagine the jewellery that your mum wants you to wear is pretty classic and timeless? Wearing a piece of old jewellery can also count as your something ‘old’ and ‘borrowed’, so it is a great way to incorporate that into your bridal look and also sentimental to have a borrowed piece from a close friend or family member.
Can I use jewellery to give me two different looks on my wedding day?
Yes and we love this idea! Jewellery can change the look of an outfit so much. You may want smaller or classic jewellery and accessories for the day, then change into big statement earrings and a sparkly belt /necklace for the evening. Have fun with your style, the best thing about jewellery is that you can change it up!
How to choose wedding hair accessories?
There are so many options for hair accessories, whether that is fresh flowers, hairpieces, tiaras, vines, headbands etc!
We would recommend waiting until you have found your dress before picking your hair accessories, as it is always good to try a few different styles with your gown. What you choose will also depend on how you are having your hairstyle, so it is always a good idea to know how you would like your hair and how each different accessory would work with that style.
Can I wear the same hairpiece with and without my veil?
Of course! Beautiful hair combs can work really well with a veil as once the comb of your veil is in your hair, you can then layer this with a stunning hair slide so that it just sits at the top of your veil. Once you are ready to remove the veil, you can then just pop the hair comb back in where the veil was, to add that bit of sparkle.
Individual pins can also work great, as they will be scattered around your hair, so removing your veil won’t make any difference and you will be left with the most beautiful little touches in your bridal hairstyle.
What bridal hair accessories go best with a bridal updo?
We would recommend trying a few different pieces to see what styles suit you, but hair slides, pins, fresh flowers, vines and headbands can work really well with a bridal updo.
You want to pick an accessory that suits your bridal style, whether that be boho, romantic or total princess. The type of accessory you chose will also depend on the height of your updo and if you want it to be easily removed to give two different looks, or entwined into your hair like a vine.
I want something unique and bespoke in my hair, what options are there?
Statement headbands are very on-trend right now and add a real wow to your bridal look. Whether you want Swarovski crystals, pearls, or elegant 3D flowers, headbands can really change a look and compliment your dress perfectly. If you don’t know where to start but love the bridal headband look, Cassie M Bridal Accessories offer bespoke headbands and can help you design whatever style you want for your big day. We stock a range of her accessories, so can assist with you finding the perfect piece!
Hopefully, this has helped with your search for the perfect bridal accessory, however, please let us know if you have any more questions and we’d be delighted to help!