Accessorizing The Bridesmaids

 

The bridesmaids are essential part of the bridal party. They complement and complete the overall bridal look. Most times, they ‘prep’ the aisle before the bride makes her grand entrance and are key focus for the wedding guests. It’s therefore important to carefully choose their accessories.

Picking their accessories can be a nightmare. It’s worse when it’s a large train of different girls with different facial structures and shapes. To have a stress free experience, here are few essential tips to consider.

1. The style and colour of their dresses must complement their accessories. Vintage dresses should be complemented with classic jewelry like pearls, tennis bracelets and vintage styled jewelry while modern styled dresses should be worn with crystals/other modern styled jewelry. Coordinating the colour of their dresses  with the accessories will also give make them look elegant.

2. Individuality:  The bridesmaids accessories should express their individuality. If you don’t want matching accessories, opt for  different accessories along the same style that will express their personality. For instance, they can wear different earrings with a uniform element such as pearls, crystal earrings with the same hue and style for a coordinated look.

3. Less is more. Although it’s important that they look elegant, it’s far more crucial that their accessories should not overshadow or compete with the bride

4. Their accessories should complement the bride’s accessories for a coordinated look. If the bride is wearing floral accessories, the bridesmaids can wear jewelry shaped like roses or other flowers. It must also blend perfectly with the overall wedding colour/theme. For instance,their accessories can match the bride’s bouquet.

5. Consistency: It is essential that they all have a uniform look. Same shade, same colour, specific length and width. If the bridesmaids are wearing colours that are difficult to match with their accessories, opt for silver crystals. They are always lovely and go with almost everything.

6. Creativity is important! if you want to ditch the trends, go for something totally different and unique. Whatever is decided upon should complement the overall wedding theme.

7. Carry the bridesmaids along. It makes the choice less stressful and fun.

8. Don’t overload on the jewelry. Stick to a maximum of two statement pieces. For instance, earrings are usually sufficient for the bridesmaids. You can add a bracelet. Don’t go overboard.

9. Choose versatile  accessories that they can wear on the big day and beyond.

10. If the bridesmaids are pitching in to buy their accessories, its important that the accessories are budget friendly.

11. Create an inspiration board to get the overall look. It helps to reduce the risk of surprise on the big day.

Follow these tips and the girls will be elegantly accessorized without stress. Don’t forget to follow us on our social media platforms for more styling tips and to also check out our elegant accessories.  (Instagram – @myvelvetboxng, Facebook My Velvet Box Ng & Twitter-@myvelvetboxng.

Cheers to an amazing weekend!