Jewelry Care 101: Keeping Your Treasures Shining
15 ONE-OF-A-KIND STATEMENT PIECES TO GLAM UP YOUR WEDDING DRESS
One of the most asked questions about our wedding is if there was anything I wish I’d done differently and whilst I am beyond thrilled with how the day went, one little thing that still niggles me today, is that I didn’t think about wearing jewellery. I got so caught up in the dress that I completely forgot about accessorising and I kind of feel like I really missed out on trying to search out that one gorgeous alternative piece, not only to wear with my dress but again and again, as a keepsake of the day.
As I wasn’t able to do it for my own wedding day I thought I could put together a list of some of the pieces I might have worn for inspiration and as a reminder to accessorise for any soon-to-be-married couples reading this.
Inspired by my love of all thing’s gold and one of kind, I picked out 15 of my favourite statement pieces from Carus Jewellery. Not only would each of these items look amazing with your wedding dress but with multiple other outfits so you can wear again and again.
With a range of options for all different styles and budgets, Carus Jewellery has a unique collection of antique jewellery ranging from necklaces and earrings to brooches and bracelets. Every piece of jewellery in their collection is a unique one-of-a-kind piece, with its own history and story making it the perfect choice for a ‘bespoke bride’.
I hope you love my favourite pieces as much as I do! Let’s get started…
Edwardian Split Pearl Star Pendant (£675): A necklace that doubles up as a brooch?! Say hello to this intricate 9ct gold star, featuring a central flower decorated with delicate pearls, The back of the pendant has also been fitted with a hinged pin, meaning you can wear it multiple times after the big day, and in lots of different ways too!
Victorian Gold & Diamon Earrings (£1,950): Say hello to my favourite pair of earrings EVER! This glitzy pair are straight out of the Victorian era and are beautiful example of how to wear jewellery that is totally timeless.
Gold Pearl Pendant (£125): I’ve always been a fan of anything geometric! This fashionable gold pendant with one delicate cultured pearl at its centre adds a more romantic touch making it the perfect piece for a modern vintage bride.
Gold Ruby Stud Earrings (£425): Want to add a pop of colour to your wedding dress? The Ruby earrings symbolize love and passion and would be an unwavering jewellery box favourite for many years to come.
Gold Peridot & Diamond Pendant (£475): With its beautiful oval cut peridot gemstone this very stylish 1960’s pendant necklace would add glitz and glam to any outfit.
Victorian Coral Drop Earrings (£850): I am so in love with these teardrop-shaped earrings!! They might be delicate but their bright coral colour certainly makes a statement. They would look fab with a bikini on your honeymoon too!
Amethyst & Seed Pearl Ring (£1,475): Jaws are sure to drop with this exceptional Edwardian Amethyst and seed pearl ring.
Gold Garnet Earrings (£250): This pair of genuine Victorian garnet earrings are too hot to handle! They derive their name from the Latin word “granatum” which means pomegranate and was believed to represent primordial fire.
Emerald & Opal Ring (£295): They say diamonds are a girl’s best friend bet we’re not so sure. This pretty opal & emerald features four fiery round cut cabochon opals set in a cluster of round cut emerald gemstones. Each of these opals has a magical play of colour, so intense that it can even be seen in the photo.
Gold Sapphire & Diamond Ring (£725): This eye-catching Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond ring screams bling!
Gold Garnet Earrings (£150): These ornate pair of garnet earrings would look totally swoonworthy with a boho style lace wedding gown.
Emerald Stud Earrings (£95): Featuring two emerald gemstones this precious pair of petite vintage emerald earrings are simple yet stylish.
Art Deco Sapphire & Diamond Ring (£1,250): This original Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring features September`s birthstone sapphire which symbolises wisdom. It’s an exquisite example of a 1920s Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring and even has the original engravement of the couple who married on the 21/08/29. How romantic is that?!
Victorian Peridot & Diamond Ring (£950): Peridot the birthstone for August, was believed to instil confidence in the wearer’s own abilities. These beautiful antique gemstones are surrounded by single cut diamonds.
Pink Sapphire & Diamond Ring (£575): This princess cut pink sapphire has stunning clarity and depth of colour, allowing it to sparkle and change hues as it catches the light.
To see more from this exquisite collection of vintage jewellery visit Carus Jewellery and let us know your favourites.
