The Best Alternative Bridal Jewellery Ideas
From tradition-setting engagement rings to revamped pearl necklaces, elevate your wedding day with these alternative bridal jewellery ideas
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The Best Alternative Bridal Jewellery Ideas
From tradition-setting engagement rings to revamped pearl necklaces, elevate your wedding day with these alternative bridal jewellery ideas
By: George ElliotPlanning for a wedding day like no other? If so, you’ll want everything from the venue and flowers to the colour scheme and of course the dress you wear to feel original and uniquely you. As a bride-to-be who wants to do things her way, you’ll know that no detail is too small, either. So for the individuality and outfit elevation you seek, consult this editor-approved guide that’s brimming with the best alternative bridal jewellery ideas. From rule-breaking engagement rings to memory-marking bracelets that are far from conventional, expect precious gems that are as distinct as you. The best bit? Each piece below is one you can (and will) wear for years to come.
An Extraordinary Engagement Ring
To begin the next chapter in your love story, you’ll need to first secure an engagement ring. But instead of the classic diamond solitaire which has for decades been the token of unconditional love, why not break with the ordinary? Choose stones in unusual cuts and bright colours – Artemer's 18ct Gold Step Cut Engagement Ring, provides a more sculptural spin on the norm. So too does Ellis Mhairi Cameron's 14ct Gold Soft Lemon Diamond Engagement Ring, with its modern, minimal energy. In practice, as long as the ring you choose is timeless, relatively hardwearing and pairs well with your other jewellery, the only real limit is your imagination.
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A New-School Wedding Band
As an ancient symbol for eternity, the wedding band is officially the most recognisable and traditional symbol of love, yet because so much time and effort goes into the search for an engagement ring, they’re often a bit of an afterthought. The fix? Choose one that’s textural and has a few artistic touches. After all, no two stones are exactly alike. Handmade in London, with a faceted hammered texture, Ellis Mhairi Cameron's14ct Gold 4mm Hammered Wedding Band Ring, is perfect for brides-to-be who want to forge their own traditions. For something a little more outside the (jewellery) box, might we suggest a signet ring: a sentimental style you can make truly one-of-a-kind by engraving a meaningful message onto it.
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A Nuanced Necklace
Trend forecasters predict that wedding dresses with either plunging or off-the-shoulder necklines are set to dominate this spring/summer, which presents the prime opportunity to do away with dainty necklaces of old and instead clasp something altogether more eye-catching around our necks. For a Liberty-approved look, Brooke Gregson's 18ct Gold Diamond Key Heart Pendant Necklace comes as a highly recommended, alternative talisman of love. Pearlcore remains a favourite too so, so pick out a show-stopping pearl necklace that speaks to your individuality. Monica Vinader's 18ct Gold-Plated Vermeil Silver Keshi Pearl Necklace, will pair with pretty much any weddingdress you have in mind.
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A Ceremonial Stack
The-bigger-the-better earrings are perfect for adding attitude and edge, but why not go one step further with a curated stack of earrings? Especially ideal for those brides-to-be who find it hard settling for just one of something, there are some helpful guiding principles to keep in mind for a harmonious composition. Firstly, contrast styles. For example, pairing Alex Monroe's 22ct Gold-Plated Cuckoo Flower Stud Earrings with a stud placed further up the ear will add interest. Secondly, be playful with sizing as differentiation between big and small is key. Lastly, think in terms of texture. In other words: offset ornate and bezelled pieces like Yvonne Léon's 9ct Gold Bamboo Diamond Hoop Earrings with a more pared-back set such as Liberty's 9ct Tepper Gold Hoop Earrings.
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A Milestone-Marking Bracelet
Unless they’re going to be covered up by your dress, a bracelet for one of your wrists is the final touch to add. But as you’re a non-conformist, steer away from anything predictable and instead wear a sentimental piece that you’ll treasure for a lifetime. Take Satomi Kawakita's 14ct Gold Juno Chain Bracelet. Every time you look upon this 14ct gold chain, it’ll instantly remind you of your big day. If you're looking for a little more colour pop, Dinny Hall's 14ct Gold Shuga 4mm Blue Precious Gemstone Tennis Bracelet might be the most elegant "something blue" around.
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