A Guide to Bridal Jewellery and Eternity Rings

When it comes to bridal jewellery, trends come and go, but the truth is, timeless styles have stood the test of time. Pieces like engagement rings, wedding bands, and eternity rings have been part of weddings for generations, loved for both their beauty and their symbolism.

When choosing your jewellery for your wedding day, it helps to understand the traditions and styling tips that can play a role in your bridal look and feel.

What Is the Tradition of Bridal Jewellery?

Bridal jewellery has been a part of wedding traditions for centuries. Historically, jewellery pieces worn on a wedding day were chosen not only for beauty, but also for their symbolism and meaning. Jewellery was often a way to show love and be passed down by family members as heirlooms, or simply gifted as a way to mark a new chapter.

Today, many people still incorporate these traditions into modern weddings and proposals, whether that be by wearing a family diamond ot choosing a new piece that can be passed down to their children. Eternity rings, for example, are often gifted to mark milestones like anniversaries or the birth of a child, but they can also be chosen as part of the wedding jewellery set for their symbolism and love.

Should a Bride Wear White Gold or Yellow Gold Jewellery?

Choosing between white gold and yellow gold bridal jewellery largely depends on your engagement ring. If your engagement ring is yellow gold, most brides find it best to keep their other jewellery in the same metal for a cohesive look; the same goes for white gold or platinum rings. However, modern brides have been seen to mix metals, giving their bridal look a more personal feel.

Your style will depend on whether or not you want consistency with your metal choices or if you opt for a mixed metal styling. Either look is fully dependent on your personal preference, and both will look beautiful.

Bridal Jewellery for Good Luck

You have probably heard the old saying, “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue.” This long-standing wedding tradition is still embraced today. Brides often incorporate these elements into their jewellery, such as wearing pearl earrings as “something new” or a borrowed family necklace for sentiment and good luck.

Some brides even choose eternity rings as their “something new” to symbolise eternal commitment.

Does a Bride Normally Wear a Necklace?

This comes down to what type of dress you are going to wear and even the type of hairstyle you want on your wedding day. A gown with a higher neckline tends to look neater and more elegant without a necklace, as the neckline will start to become too crowded. While a strapless dress with an updo hairstyle leaves the décolletage area bare, a tennis necklace draws the eyes down to your collarbone and enhances the overall bridal look.

The most important thing is to choose jewellery that complements your dress without overpowering it.

How Do You Match Jewellery to a Wedding Dress?

When it comes to matching your jewellery to your dress, consider the neckline, the dress detailing, and your personal style. For example:

• High necklines: Skip the necklace and focus on earrings and a bracelet.
• Low necklines: A pendant or delicate necklace can highlight the neckline.
• Minimalist gowns: Allow for bolder jewellery choices, such as diamond eternity rings or statement earrings.

Always try on your jewellery with your dress to see how the pieces work together.

Why Eternity Rings Are Becoming a Bridal Favourite

While eternity rings have traditionally been given after marriage, many brides are now choosing them as part of their bridal jewellery set. Their continuous band of diamonds or gemstones represents never-ending love, making them a fitting symbol for a wedding day.

They can be worn alongside your engagement ring and wedding band, creating a beautiful and meaningful trio.

Book a Personal Appointment

Whether you are looking for bridal jewellery online, exploring bridal jewellery sets, or designing a custom piece, finding the right jewellery is about more than trends. It is about choosing pieces that feel like you and tell your story.

At Larsen Jewellery, we specialise in creating timeless designs, from bridal jewellery to bespoke eternity rings. Book a private appointment with our team to explore styles, discuss your vision, and create jewellery that will be part of your life for years to come.