The Finishing Touches

Accessorise your wedding day look: is all about adding those finishing touches that complete your ensemble and reflect your personal style. Here’s a guide to making sure every detail is perfect:

Jewellery

  • Earrings: Choose earrings that complement your dress. Simple studs or pearl earrings are classic, while chandelier or drop earrings can add drama, especially with an updo hairstyle.
  • Necklace: Consider your dress neckline. A sweetheart or strapless dress pairs beautifully with a statement necklace a V neck pairs with a simple pendant, while a high neckline may not need a necklace at all.
  • Bracelets: A delicate bracelet can add a touch of sparkle, especially if your dress is sleeveless. Choose something that doesn’t overpower your look.
  • Rings: Besides your wedding band, consider wearing a family heirloom ring or a subtle ring that complements your engagement ring.
  • If you can incorporate the something old or borrowed into your jewellery choices, which can allow special people in your life, to be part of your special day.

Veil and Hair Accessories

  • Veil: Your veil should complement your dress, perhaps not overpower it. A cathedral veil adds drama, while a birdcage veil is chic and vintage.The veil could be classic white with pearl/beads, with full lace embellishment, or even a floral embroidery style, or personalised with your initials. Cathedral veils work well with formal dresses and formal wedding venues, while shorter veils are suited for casual or outdoor weddings, but the choice is yours.
  • Hairpieces: Tiaras, hairpins, combs, or flowers can all add modern elegance to your hairstyle. Choose something that complements your overall look and feels comfortable to wear.

Shoes

  • Style: Your shoes should reflect your personal style while being comfortable. Consider embellished heels, satin pumps, or even chic flats. Today individually embellished converse styled trainers add a casual and cool vibe. Heels look great in ballroom settings, while flats or wedges might be better for outdoor ceremonies.
  • Colour: Traditional white or ivory is always in style, but you can also opt for a pop of colour that matches your bouquet or wedding theme.
  • Comfort: Remember, you’ll be on your feet a lot, so consider breaking them in before the big day or having a backup pair for dancing. It’s worth investing in shoes that won’t hurt by the end of the day.

Garter

  • A garter is a fun and a traditional accessory. Choose one that matches your theme or reflects a bit of your personality, whether it’s lace, satin, or something blue. Consider sewing into your garter a piece of jewellery or fabric which is special to you and represents special people in your life.

Handbag

  • A small clutch is practical for keeping essentials like lipstick, tissues, or a small mirror. Choose one that matches your dress or adds a touch of sparkle.

Something Old, New, Borrowed, and Blue

  • Incorporate these elements subtly into your accessorise, and try and use this tradition creatively! maybe your “something old” could be a vintage brooch or family heirloom, while “something blue” could be a subtle touch in the shoes or jewellry or even a blue bow sewn into your dress.

Outerwear

  • Depending on the season, consider a stylish wrap, shawl, or cape. Faux fur stoles or lace wraps can add warmth and elegance to your outfit.

Perfume

  • Your scent is an accessory too. Choose a fragrance that you love and that will remind you of your special day whenever you wear it in the future. Maybe the first perfume which was bought for your from your partner.

Bouquet

  • Your bouquet is a statement piece. Ensure it glows and complements your dress and overall colour scheme. Add personal touches like a locket with a photo or even a charm to make it more personal.

Gloves

  • Gloves can add vintage sophistication. You could opt for short gloves for a modern twist or long ones for a classic look, depending on your dress style.
Wearing gloves on your wedding day

Nail Polish

  • Choose a polish that says “YOU” A neutral, classic French manicure is always a good choice, or opt for a colour that ties into your wedding theme.

The accessories should align with your dress style—whether it’s modern, vintage, bohemian, or classic. Delicate accessorise work well with detailed dresses, while bold accessories can enhance simpler gowns. If the dress has intricate beadwork, lace, or embroidery, opt for minimalistic accessories to avoid looking too busy.

The accessories should reflect your personal style, not just current trends. If you’re not usually into flashy jewellry, there’s no need to wear a statement necklace just because it’s popular.

Choose accessories that feel comfortable. You’ll enjoy the day more if you aren’t fussing over uncomfortable shoes, a heavy veil, or jewellry that doesn’t sit right.

While accessories are essential, they shouldn’t overwhelm your overall look. One or two key pieces are often enough to make a statement without being too much.

Consider balance too: If you choose a statement necklace, balance it with smaller, delicate earrings, and vice versa. Keep the overall look balanced.

By carefully thinking and selecting each accessory, you’ll create a cohesive and polished look that enhances your wedding day ensemble and makes you feel truly amazing.

Bridaltique can help accessorise your wedding day look and offers a range of shoes, tiaras, veils and other wedding accessories, these can be found in house and are not yet on the web page. Contact Bridaltique to find out more.