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The jewelry artists of Rose of Sharon Jewelry believe that another line to the classic “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue” should be added “something made just for you!” Handmade jewelry is the perfect “just for you” addition to your bridal attire.

Dresses are tucked away in storage; but a handmade necklace or earrings can be worn yearly for anniversaries and other special occasions. Your jewelry can become a wonderful trigger for all those memories of your special day!

Here are 5 tips on selecting the right wedding necklace -

1. Consider the basic color of your dress. Not all whites and creams are the same. Some are blue toned others have yellow under tones. Select pearls in with similar under tone colors.
2. Consider your skin tone. Pearls can actually disappear when worn against some skin tones. A contrast (dark skin, bright white pearls) will make your necklace pop. If that’s the desired result then go for the best contrast you can find.
3. Consider your neckline. Since so many dresses are strapless, you’ve got a big canvas to work with. You can either select a demure choker length or a large bib style that fills your chest.
4. Crystals add sparkle and reflect the light enhancing your skin tone. Too many crystals can actually disrupt facial close ups so be careful.
5. Select a pop of color from your color theme. Swarovski crystals, faux pearls, CZs and gemstones come in a wide range of colors for a touch of color in handmade jewelry. You can add as much as as little when ordering custom handmade jewelry. The results will be just the way you want them!

More Wedding Jewelry Tips

• Selecting an heirloom quality design is a wonderful way to associate the memories with something you can wear and share for generations.
• An illusion style necklace is a great choice as it is both light and visually filling without being overwhelming. 
• Just as weddings should reflect your personality and interests, so should your jewelry. Nothing says you have to have “boring” white pearls. The illusion necklace above in clear water citrine cubes is strung on teal to match a gown’s ribbon trim.
• Rose of Sharon Jewelry can create the design you want in the colors you want. Custom handmade wedding jewelry is a small investment in just how beautiful you’ll look on your special day.

Please drop us a note via the Rose of Sharon Jewelry contact page if you’d like to discuss a personal creation for your wedding.

Here are a few of our current wedding necklace designs in our stores now. Click on any picture to buy now or learn more.

Day 2 of the 15 Days of Christmas Jewelry

Tomorrow is hubby Arden and my wedding anniversary – we’ve been together for over 35 years! I’ll be featuring great handmade jewelry for anniversary gifts. Be sure to forward the post to your hubby or significant other as a big HINT!

Mom (Betty) and I have been working on developing a broad selection of wedding jewelry featuring colorful faux pearls, rich velvets, Swarovski crystals and freshwater pearls. We’ll be adding new pieces as we get them photographed throughout December.

Here’s a sneak peek of 2 of our newest wedding necklaces. Mom and I created over 75 new designs to debut over the next few weeks and for a 2011 Bridal Show in Reno.

If you see a design you are interested in – please let me know.

The bold red crystals are just the perfect shade of rich red to amp up the look of the faux diamond-studded, golden wrapped red CZ heart pendant.

The single crystal strand has some swirled gold plated beads to continue the gold theme from the heart pendant.

 Ravishing in Red – bold and beautiful choker with matching dangling earrings.

New Precious Pink Faux Pearl Set

This soft pale faux pearl necklace set is so Precious Pink. Created by Betty for the pink loving bride, this handmade necklace, bracelet and earring set feature heirloom quality glass pearls in the softest pink.

The 16-inch necklace features larger pearls in the front mixed with tiny pearls for interest. The choker continues up with smaller pearls and is finished with a romantic sterling silver toggle clasp.

The matching bracelet features the two smallest sized pearls from the necklace and is finished with a matching silver toggle clasp. The bracelet fits wrists up to 7-1/4 inches.

Bonus Feature: To create a 24-inch necklace, simply link the bracelet and necklace toggle clasps together and you'll have a fresh new look!

The finishing touch to Precious Pink is the 2-1/4 inch dangling pink pearl earrings. The sterling silver chain and fishhook earrings continue the sterling look of this one-of-a-kind set.

Glass pearls have been used in wedding jewelry for centuries as they offer the finest detail and coloring without the big budget you'd need for cultured pearls. Don't forget First Lady Jackie O wore faux pearls as does First Lady Michelle Obama.

Don't know if you'll want a 3-piece necklace set? This heirloom quality trio is such a great value that you can share the extra piece or pieces with a favorite friend. Each piece is so classic - they'll remember who gave it to them for decades to come.

If you are interested in Rose of Sharon Jewelry creating personal bridal jewelry (for the bride and/or her entire wedding party), drop us a note at slfullen@roseofsharonjewelry.com and we’ll be in touch.