The #1 Thing You're Forgetting To Think About When You Choose Wedding Jewelry

We sell a lot of wedding jewelry over here at grace + hudson so I wanted to write a little something on how to choose the right jewelry for your wedding day. When I was thinking about this topic, I browsed some of my own photos from our Collection for Brides and Bridal Parties and realized there's one thing brides forget to think about. And it's totally understandable given there are 1,387 things to think about when planning a wedding. Let's play a little game before I tell you the answer to this question. Look at the photos below and pay attention to where your eye looks, upon first glance at each photo.

Photo Credits: Morgan Miller Photography; Gerber Scarpelli Weddings; and d'Anelli Bridal

Did your eyes immediately go to the bold statement necklace and earrings in the first two photos? What about the last two? Did your eyes see their beautiful faces first, and then their gorgeous dresses and veil?  

So that's it! That's what most brides forget to think about when they're selecting wedding jewelry. How will this jewelry look in my photos? Will it distract from the look of love written all over my pretty face? Will it distract from my beautiful dress? (I sure hope not - you spent a pretty penny on that thang!). You might be the biggest fan of the boldest crystal statement earrings, but think about how those earrings might steal the show in your photographs. 

The same is true when it comes to your bridesmaids. But what I also want you to think about here is that big picture - you know the one - the big line up of your bridesmaids with you smack dab in the middle. Let's play that game again...

Photo Credits: Aaron and Jillian Photography; Knot Just Pics Photography

You get the point by now, but did your eyes quickly notice the bold statement necklaces in the first photo? As a distraction from the bride? Yes, me too. What about in the second photo? I first noticed the lovely bride - as it should be.

This is why you should keep your photography in mind when selecting wedding jewelry. And this is why I always keep photography in mind when I design jewelry for my Collection for Brides + Bridal Parties. I'll share a few customer favorites below, but you can explore the entire collection on graceandhudson.com!

Our most popular bridesmaid style is called the Sophia and it incorporates a teardrop-shaped stone. The Sophia Necklace and Earrings were actually named "most classic" bridesmaid gift by Brides.com in 2022, 2023, and 2024! You can choose from over 15 different colors, in silver or gold. It's a dainty set that can be dressed down and worn again post-wedding. Here it is in the blush pink color:

Another popular style, this time for brides, is the Anne Necklace. It's timeless, classic, and lightweight. You can choose silver, gold, or rose gold.

Another popular style for brides is the Amelia Earrings. Brides love the combination of sparkle + pearl and, while they have a little dangle to them, they're on the smaller side and won't overtake your bridal portraits. Choose silver or gold.

I hope you enjoy exploring my full collection for brides and bridal parties! If you need help deciding on your wedding jewelry, don't hesitate to send me a note at stacy@graceandhudson.com. I'd be happy to take a look at your dress and make some suggestions! And, no matter what jewelry you choose, look forward to receiving pretty wedding photographs that'll make you smile!

xoxo,

Stacy, Owner + Designer of grace + hudson jewelry