Bridesmaid Jewelry: Your Guide
Bridesmaids hold a special place in a bride’s heart, being the confidantes, advisors, and pillars of support throughout the wedding journey. Bridesmaid jewelry is a gesture of gratitude and an excellent gift for acknowledging friendship and commitment.
From delicate necklaces to shimmering bracelets, bridesmaid jewelry pieces enhance the overall bridal party look and encapsulate the cherished memories shared with each bridesmaid.
How to Choose Bridesmaid Jewelry
Selecting the perfect bridesmaid jewelry pieces involves more than just matching colors and styles. It requires a thoughtful consideration of the wedding theme, the bride’s vision, and of course, the bridesmaid’s personal preferences.
When purchasing bridesmaid jewelry, you should also consider neckline compatibility. V-neck dresses generally look best when paired with a V-shaped necklace or triangular pendant that ends above the neckline. For sweetheart necklines, consider mid-length necklaces with soft edges instead of pieces with sharp edges, which will cause a blunt disruption.
Think about hairstyles, too. Updos are a great way to show off statement earrings. If your bridesmaids are wearing their hair down, stick with small, simple pieces.
Regarding color coordination, ensure the jewelry color complements the dress color. Opt for gold or rose gold jewelry if dresses are in warm tones like blush or champagne. For cooler tones like lavender or silver, go for white gold jewelry.
Best Bridesmaid Jewelry 2023
Show your bridesmaids how much they mean to you with these beautiful bridesmaid jewelry pieces.
Tiffany & Co.
Pearl Bracelet
This pearl bracelet is an especially thoughtful gift for a vintage-inspired, timeless look. Featuring shimmering South Sea cultured pearls, this bracelet is elegant, versatile, and perfect for weddings with a vintage vibe.
Harry Winston
Diamond Loop Diamond Necklace
What better way to show your love and gratitude than by gifting this dazzling diamond necklace? With 356 round brilliant diamonds, it twinkles with every movement. This diamond necklace would pair especially well with strapless bridesmaid dresses, adding a striking touch to an otherwise bare neckline.
Bulgari
Divas’ Dream Earrings
Add a pop of color with these stunning, sleek earrings that shine with the brilliance of turquoise and sparkle with delicate diamonds. Updo hairstyles will show them off best.
David Yurman
Chatelaine® Heart Pendant Necklace
Want to keep things simple? You cannot go wrong with this incredibly elegant, pretty heart pendant. The tiny morganite heart is a subtle and perfect way to show appreciation for your bridesmaids on your big day. You can get it in rose gold or yellow gold to match the ceremony aesthetic.
Tiffany & Co.
Ruby Ring
The deep red color of this ruby ring is the perfect piece for a fall or winter wedding. Set in platinum, a double row of round brilliant diamonds encircles the bold and bright round ruby for an exceptionally stunning and romantic piece. You can also personalize it with a heartfelt engraving.
About The Author
Debbie Azar is the Co-Founder and President of Gemological Science International (GSI), one of the largest gemological organizations in the world, and a distinguished leader in the global diamond and jewelry industry. As an executive with extensive knowledge of the jewelry and gem lab industries, her entrepreneurial skills and vision have helped GSI achieve rapid and continuous growth worldwide, establishing 13 leading-edge gemological facilities on four continents. She currently serves on the boards of the Jewelers Vigilance Committee, Responsible Jewellery Council, and Jewelers for Children, and is a member of the 24 Karat Club of New York. She has been featured in Forbes, Daily Mail, Good Morning America, Bloomberg, Bloomberg Businessweek, Fox Business, Fox5, CBS2, BOLDTV, Varney&Co, The Street, and NASDAQ, among others.
