Ask a Stylist: Brie Welch Answers Your Wedding Questions

Consider the Neckline of Your Dress

Necklines, like jewelry, have infinite variations. While there are guides for pairing, I say, go with your gut. If you're having a hard time, here are a few tips to guide you.

Strappy: Mix different weights of necklace strands to play off those at the shoulder.

Off-shoulder: A bold earring stacked with a few smaller hoops or, a choker—something with a tighter fit around the neck. 

High-neck: a statement piece like a drop earring would be my go-to here. Something like Organic Pearl Large Hoops can be both elegant and modern.

Don't be Afraid to Stack

I love the playfulness jewelry layering can add to a look while still feeling refined. Mixing a thin chain with one that is slightly bolder, like the curb gold chain necklace, and a third variation, like the diamond pendant necklace, keep the lengths all around the same, while looking fresh and refined.

For those with multiple piercings, try building off the earring in your first piercing. Take the more classic Marquise Aquamarine Earrings, and add something in the same family, like a smaller gemstone stud or a diamond. Even opposites can create something interesting and are appropriate for a bridal ear stack. Continue to climb the ear with varying, but smaller and smaller shapes. They don’t have to match exactly, but don’t distract either.

Make it Personal

The best way to stand out as a bridesmaid is to make your jewelry choices personal. Focus on choosing one statement piece—be it a hoop earring or diamond bracelet—and build on that. Every piece should be something you can wear without showing off, while still being original.

When you’re wearing a larger gold hoop, you want everything else to stay light. Keep it balanced by adding a smaller textured hoop, pave studs and rings with different weights to bring some edge to the combination. Mixing at it’s finest!

Mix and Match

Wearing jewelry with different textures and weights is a great way to make a statement. Mixing and matching shapes with rings, necklaces and earrings will create a beautiful juxtaposition. There are no real rules: I often pair a silver chunky necklace with a tiny gold chain. It’s about proportion, keep that in mind.

First, take off all your everyday pieces, and then put on the jewelry you have specifically picked for the wedding. From there, see what you gravitate towards, was it your signet pinky ring? Put it on. And maybe that’s it, but repeat the process and remember to keep it simple. If you hesitate, that piece can wait. Remember, just because an event is formal, doesn't mean your personal jewelry doesn't meet the dress code.

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