The Ultimate Guide to Day-Of Bridal Jewelry

You found the dress of your dreams, you’ve had your hair and makeup trials, and your bridal shoes are waiting patiently in your closet for the big day. You know you want bridal jewelry that accents your beautiful engagement ring and sparkling new wedding band, but don’t know what to choose. Let’s explore the top jewelry pieces not only for your day-of-wedding look, but all the events leading up to it (because, after all, you are the star of the show).

Think about design, lifestyle, and future 

There are so many things to take into account when choosing your bridal jewelry. The most important thing is what you like to wear. If you always have a bracelet on your wrist, add that to your jewelry wishlist. If you’re never without a pair of earrings, upgrade them for your wedding collection.

Once you’ve narrowed down the pieces you want, use the design of your wedding dress and the look you’re going for on the big day as a guide for style, shape, and setting. Necklines that show off your shoulders and bust show off necklaces best. Higher necklines or one-shoulder style dresses sparkle with a beautiful pair of earrings. 

If you need help finding the right piece to accent your day-of-wedding outfit, book a Design Call with a Stór by Margot designer! 

Our top recommendations for the ultimate bridal jewelry

Once you know what designs you’re searching for and the perfect settings for your big day, it’s time to find your favorite pieces. This is by no means an exhaustive list, but a collection of our favorite bridal jewelry to inspire your own. 

A right hand ring to balance your look

Your dream engagement ring and new wedding band are the star of the show, but after looking at a lot of wedding photos over the years, the right hand needs a little love too! This is especially important when it comes to your bridal portraits. Adding in that small sparkle can balance out your stunning new wedding set and enhance your entire look. 

An eternity band with oval diamonds can add a bright brilliance while smaller round diamonds set in a thin band lend a subtle shimmer to your right hand. 

If you have already built a stack, perfect! Use one of those pieces on your right hand as you walk down the aisle.

Diamond studs add unmatched brilliance

Diamonds are considered a girl’s best friend for good reason: they’re, quite simply, a classic. Whether you’re on a flight to your bachelorette or doing a menu tasting at your venue, a pair of flawless diamond studs will be your go-to way to level up any outfit.

As a part of your day-of-wedding look, diamond studs add the perfect amount of sparkle to any dress. Don’t be afraid to try on different-shaped studs. Round cut diamond studs might be the most popular, but a cushion cut or oval diamond could bring a new dimension and beauty to your wedding-day outfit. 

Add a tennis necklace for versatile sparkle

This is Margot’s favorite piece of jewelry (well, that, and a killer ring). Why? Because a tennis necklace is so incredibly versatile. You can wear it with a long necklace and a tee while browsing wedding gowns, dress it up for your rehearsal dinner, or pair it with that short white dress you plan on wearing to your bachelorette.  

Consider choosing a yellow gold for your tennis necklace for ultimate versatility. The warm tone makes it stand out against the white of your wedding dress, adding an incomparable radiance that will make you glow. 

The bride’s best friend: the tennis bracelet 

When you hold your bouquet, there will be a lot of attention on your forearm. A tennis bracelet will not only catch the eye in every photo, but perfectly round out your bridal look. Its shimmer will set off your engagement ring and wedding band flawlessly. 

This classic, sophisticated piece will become one of your favorite pieces from your wedding collection because it quite simply goes with everything. 

I hope this not only encourages you to top off your wedding outfits with a perfect amount of sparkle, but to give yourself full permission to treat yourself. The pieces in your wedding jewelry collection are something you’ll likely use every day after. 

If you’d like assistance on this sparkly journey, we’d love to help. Book a Design Call with one of our talented designers to start your wedding collection today!