Pearls and Weddings – A Match Made in Heaven

A girl’s wedding day is usually one made of dreams. She wants her day to be perfect, down to every detail – the cake, the flowers, her dress – everything. Her jewelry is no exception. It might seem like a small detail but it is one that can complete a bride’s entire look. It comes as no surprise that pearls are one of the most looked to options for wedding day jewelry. The represent purity and innocence and have a simplistic beauty that can flawlessly match any wedding gown.

 

Pearls appear alongside weddings for many centuries and throughout many cultures. Ancient Greeks believed that pearls were a must in any wedding. They believed that pearls ensured marital bliss and would even prevent the bride from crying on her wedding day! Pearls were at the height of fashion during the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries. Royal weddings that took place in the French House of Burgundy had pearls everywhere. Everyone from the bride and groom to guests (male and female) were adorned in beautiful lustrous pearls.

The tradition of pearls for weddings continues today. Often, the bride is given pearls as a wedding gift. Traditionally a mother passes her pearls down to her daughter on her daughter's wedding day, or the bride's father will bestow brand new pearls on his daughter for her special day. Pearls are not restricted to only the brides however. It has become a popular tradition for brides to give her bridesmaids pearls as a gift for being part of her special day.

The best way to choose your wedding day pearl jewelry is to take the style of the wedding in to consideration. Is the wedding casual or elegant? Traditional or modern? Answering this question can help decide the style of jewelry best suited for the occasion. If the wedding is to be traditional and formal, you might want to go with large, round pearls. Simple but sophisticated single strand white freshwater or Akoya pearls would be a good choice. In addition to a necklace, simple stud earrings and a bracelet would add just the right sophisticated touch to your look.

If the wedding is going to be modern and non-traditional, pearls are still a great option but you can stray a bit from the traditional white pearls. A great idea is to find pearls that match the wedding party’s dresses. For a spring wedding, go with lavender or rose colored pearls. For something truly chic and modern, go with some beautiful black Tahitian pearls for a statement look. For a modern ceremony, you can also choose some more artsy pieces of jewelry. Try a pearl choker, some pearl drop earrings, or a multi-stranded necklace for a truly sophisticated look.

Another great way to incorporate pearls into your wedding is in the decorations. You can really make pearls the theme of your wedding. You can attach pearls to a ribbon tied onto the invitation for an unexpected touch. Pearls can also be used as decoration on the cake for a truly luxurious touch. Another great place to utilize pearls is on the reception tables. Freshwater pearls would most likely be the most affordable option and you can find them in a variety of colors. Use pearls of all different colors in the bottom of vases or sprinkled on the tabletop around the centerpiece for a real conversation starter. For a real statement use black or peacock colored Tahitian pearls or dyed freshwater pearls against a white tablecloth.

There are many options to use pearls on your wedding day and without a doubt they make a sophisticated impact. Wear the traditional white Akoya pearls or the more bold Tahitian pearls and guests will truly take notice. Whether you wear them, give them as gifts or use them in your centerpieces, pearls are a great way to achieve an elegant feel for your wedding.

 

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