Weddingguide


	JEWELLERY
	by Annabelle

	“Your lips are like a thread of scarlet, and your speech is comely. Your
	temples are like a piece of pomegranate within your locks. Your neck is like
	the tower of David built for an armoury…. You have ravished my heart with
	one glance of your eyes, with one chain of your neck… The joints of your
	thighs are like jewels, the work of the hands of a cunning workman.” (from the
	Song of Solomon)

	A thousand years before Christ walked the earth, jewellery was already an
	integral part of what brides wore. Even Solomon wrote lyrically about the
	jewellery his bride was wearing! He compared the exquisite beauty of his
	bride to that of precious jewels created by an artist.

	The jewellery you choose to wear for your wedding is not a mere aside – it
	can complement your appearance or it can detract badly from your overall
	look. There are no rules, but there are a few guidelines that can help you to
	pick the perfect jewellery for a perfect day.

	First look at your budget. The designer must know how much you can afford;
	it will definitely play a role in your choice of jewellery. Remember that your
	jewellery should complement the designer dress you have chosen – do not
	skimp on the jewellery and ruin the overall look, including your lovely dress.

	Your look and the colours and theme you choose for your wedding day
	usually reflect your personality. Choose your jewellery to suit your personality
	and complete the picture. If you are a sporty type of girl who prefers
	simplicity, keep your jewellery simple and classical, but stylish.





	A spontaneous, impulsive girl who likes challenges and loves taking a few
	chances can choose jewellery that makes a statement. Discuss the option of
	something really exclusive with your designer. You must feel comfortable
	and lovely – consider wearing a tiara – this is your only chance to look and
	feel like a real princess!

	Let the design, colour and texture of the fabric of your dress guide you to the
	right choice of your bridal jewellery. If your dress has a low neckline and your
	shoulders are bare, you can wear almost anything around your neck. If you
	are wearing a halter-neck, beautiful crystal or pearl earrings and a pretty
	bracelet are a good option. If the fabric is richly embroidered, you must
	scale down your jewellery and opt for something more subtle and simple. If
	your dress is soft and simple, choose something that sparkles and stands out
	a bit. Bear in mind that your wedding dress and jewellery should form a unit
	and that you need to maintain a fine balance.

	Of course, you should not forget what you want to wear in your hair. Today,
	there are a multitude of options. A tiara is still the traditional choice, but you
	can use a number of crystal clips most effectively. White crystals sparkle
	beautifully in dark hair, but tend to ‘disappear’ in fair hair. If your hair is fair,
	you can use colour (to match your theme) or a few little pearls.

	The most important thing is that you must be happy with your appearance
	on this special day in your life. Remember that you are not going to all this
	effort to impress your guests; you are doing it because you want to be the
	loveliest bride in all the world for your groom!