Bridal Necklace

What is wedding jewellery called?

Across the world, these stunning pieces have unique names and each take the form of a unique design. The Mangala sutra is one example of a captivating piece of wedding jewellery worn in India, which a groom will tie around the neck of the bride during the Mangalya Dharanam ceremony.

In other cultures, such as in Ireland, wedding jewellery comes in the form of the Claddagh ring, which takes the form of an Irish Celtic symbol that connotes loyalty and everlasting love, while in Kenya, wedding jewellery may be seen in the Hangi earrings and colourful necklace beads that brides wear.

Pearl necklaces and 'statement necklace' are the names of popular wedding jewellery worn in the Western world, which bridesmaids may wear. And in addition to pendant necklaces, a large selection of wedding jewellery styles and elegant bridal necklace pieces are available in Western countries.

Do brides wear coloured jewellery?

Some may consider brightly-coloured jewellery a bold look, while others may consider a colourful statement necklace to be a stunning, perfect addition to their beautiful wedding attire. Even though some wedding specialists recommend making sure the colour of the jewellery complements the dress, and may suggest that white gold pairs perfectly with an ivory gown, you needn't stick to this advice if you have a specific look in mind.

Ultimately, the choice is yours. If you're looking for tips for your ensemble, a turquoise stone pearl necklace can look gorgeous with an ivory gown, adding a touch of colour that you can create as a motif throughout your attire by matching it with colourful earrings. Find the perfect coloured, or neutral-toned jewellery at Camile and Stone NZ by checking our selection here!

What colour jewellery should a bride wear?

On your special day, there are no rights or wrongs in terms of the colour jewellery you should wear. However, there are a few tips we can suggest as bridal jewellery experts, which align with the tones of your wedding dress - our tips include the following:

• White wedding dress with cooler tones: A pure white wedding dress can perfectly match cooler tones in terms of jewellery. For this reason, you may consider white gold, platinum, or silver bridal jewellery, and a bridal necklace of these colours will complement the dress.
• Champagne-coloured dress with warmer tones: A champagne-coloured dress can work well with warmer tones, such as rose gold or yellow gold, with the copper element in rose gold coordinating well with the tones of this dress.

Who buys the bride's jewellery?

Historically, and traditionally speaking, this responsibility fell to the groom or to the family of the groom, which gradually became an old custom that isn't always followed these days. What you can expect now is that both the groom and the bride will contribute to the jewellery. This means that wedding day jewellery might be seen as a joint investment since both the bride and groom buy it.

Understanding the bride's style can help with this process, and ensuring you acknowledge the budget can ensure you purchase bridal jewellery that works perfectly with the wedding day look and price you want to spend. The budget should also be realistic since it will make it easier to narrow down the pieces you intend to buy.

What is the bridal jewellery trend in 2024?

Bridal jewellery trends fluctuate over time, and this is also true in 2024, but each bride can create a one-of-a-kind, bespoke look based on their own preferences, seeking true inspiration from the potential trends popular at the time of their wedding. 

In terms of bridal necklaces, searches for 'bridal choker' increased by 345% in 2024, proving the absolute popularity of this stunning and unique piece of jewellery. At the same time, the phrase 'pearl jewellery wedding' increased by 560% in 2024, showing how sought-after pearl necklaces are becoming. 

Options such as our classic freshwater pearl necklace, for example, are waiting for beautiful brides. Search bridal jewellery at Camile and Stone NZ and add our stunning pieces to your cart!