Bling for the Bride

Come See Me Some Time...We're Moving!

2012-08-26T16:20:00.002-04:00

Bling for the Bride is becoming part of WDW(Wedding Day Weekly)Blogging for Brides. You can find all future posts there.

Hope this 'one stop shopping (or reading)' will be more convenient for my readers. Old posts will remain in place here for your future reference.

Thanks.

Nancy Vecchone,
Editor WDW(Wedding Day Weekly) and
Bling For The Bride and other bridal blogs.

Pearl Collar Necklace For The Bride

2012-07-24T01:05:00.001-04:00

Photo from Heavenly Treasures

Looking for a unique necklace to wear with your column wedding gown? Try this collar of pearls from Heavenly Treasures. The perfect gift to the bride from her groom. There is also a matching bracelet if you want to add some extra bling.

Triple row Freshwater Pearl collar necklace with 14kt gold. (144CA56N) $229

4mm Freshwater Pearls

Weighs approx 41.5 grams

Stretch choker necklace fits 14"-16"

Measures just over 1/2" (14mm to be exact)

Heavenly Treasure pages and explore.

Locket With Secret Message Compartment

2012-06-11T07:00:00.000-04:00

Photos from Boticca

Give her a secret heart pendant as a symbol of your everlasting love, romance and passion. It has a secret compartment where you can keep a message of love close to her heart (but a secret from the rest of the world!)

This secret heart pendant is a symbol of romance, passion and love. In the secret box you can keep a special message close to your heart. At just over $200 this relatively inexpensive piece of jewelry is guaranteed to become one of her favorite pieces to wear, whether for everyday wear or as she walks down the aisle, secure in knowing just how much you love her. The heart is silver plated.

Photo from Boticca

It's designer, Linnéa Götstav, designer-Renaissance Life, says "Jewellery is something more intimate and personal than trends that come and go... It should become a part is of you. It is not just something you wear. It gives you a certain energy for the day...” What better energy to wear on your wedding day?

The brand, Renaissance Life is Swedish (though London based) and they create luxury amulets named after a year with meaning. Their designs lean heavily on inspiration from dreams, magic and illusions. Available on Boticca.com.

They launch two collections yearly, currently available in select stores in Europe, North America, the Middle East, Asia and Australia.

In The Pink At Your Wedding?

2012-05-16T19:49:00.000-04:00

Source: agiftwrappedlife.blogspot.com via Rachel Sandall on Pinterest

Wearing a pink wedding gown? Why not choose this gorgeous necklace as an accent. From jewellery designer Ranjana Khan. For now I've just borrowed a photo of it from stylish blogger Judith at Paris Atelier. Wouldn't it look wonderful on me? Or you?

'Cuffs For the Bride

2012-05-05T08:49:00.004-04:00

I fell in love with bridal cuff by Victoria Ferguson. The Capri beaded bridal cuff has Swarovski crystals and pearls and is beautifully detailed. The cuff is backed on a leather cuff and tied with an organza ribbon. It comes complete with a keepsake box.

Featured in YOU AND YOUR WEDDING magazine (photo from Liberty In Love)

Kelly Pearl Bracelet

A bit different from the first bracelet, this vintage look wedding bracelet by Stephanie Brown is in classic Swarovski pearls. The clasp is Swarovski emerald and brilliant cut clear Swarovski crystals. This is a timeless look, your great granddaughter or your grandmother could just as easily wear it.

These two bracelets show you just two options available at Liberty in Love's website. Head over and check out their other jewelry and you can't miss their shoe designs!

And She Wore Bling In Her Hair

2012-01-08T12:03:00.000-05:00

Photo courtesy of weBEgirls web site

Sometimes a little bling goes a long way. Consider adding just a touch of bling to a simple black hairband. In the photo above the bride is wearing a simple hairband (likely just a black ribbon from the craft store) with a slide of rhinestones, the same kind sometimes used on the belly band of wedding invitations.

Purchase belly band rhinestone buckles from your favorite craft store, EBay or your local paperiere, and take you wedding day hairstyle from simple to chic.

Pearls--Updated For Today's Bride

2012-01-03T02:15:00.000-05:00

Are you a modern bride who loves the classic look of pearls but want it updated? Try this baby pearl knot bracelet. This cuff bracelet sold on Open Sky made of tiny pearls and gold has the sophistication of Coco Chanel but updated for the 2011 woman. Wear it with your wedding gown but then wear it everywhere else you go too! Chic with a cocktail dress or worn with a glitzy top and pants. However you wear it, at $55 it's a steal! A beautiful steal! Timeless, stylish, inspiring! Buy it now because it won't last forever!

Totally Tiffany Bling

2011-11-08T08:14:00.000-05:00

Sometimes those tiny details make your wedding day. These beautiful and detailed bouquet brooches from Tiffany are perfect accessories for your wedding and can double as bling for bouquets and gifts for the bride. Can't afford Tiffany prices? Who can right? But if you're in love with the concept try Michaelle's Vintage Jewelry and Haute Bride for better prices.

Kris Nations Jewelry for the Bride

2011-08-19T18:43:00.000-04:00

Pearls and amethysts on a golden chain are the perfect accent for your strapless wedding gown. Made by Kris Nations Jewels this pretty necklace also has earrings that coordinate with it. Not Tiffany's but pretty.

Wedding Bracelets

2011-07-25T11:31:00.000-04:00

Bonn Bons by Lori Bonn are great new bracelets you can build a few charms at a time or give as a completed bracelet. Individual charms can cost as much as $75.

There are a variety of colors and designs to choose from to suit everyone's individual taste. Perfect for a bridal gift.

How about one with your new initials on it? Or if you're having a beach wedding what could be more perfect than the one with blue stone and starfish, the perfect something blue to match your theme. Check their web site for other combinations and where you can buy them at your local stores.

Happy Memorial Day!

2011-05-29T13:10:00.003-04:00

Just wanted to wish all my readers a Happy Memorial Day! Enjoy your cookouts or beach trips or the day at the pool. See you tomorrow! Nancy&Bill

Boutique Bling For The Bride and Her Wedding Party

2011-03-09T03:26:00.003-05:00

This Hat comes in silver and gold

Brides looking for unique tiaras, capes or veils need look no further than Trina Porter's site Baba-C where they will find accessories for the bride's big day that are fresh, unique and unlike anything found in your local bridal shop. Trina started designing when she became frustrated by the lack of choice with attention to detail and personal service available at a reasonable cost to brides.

You'll find Baba-C designs in many wedding magazines as well as on her website, Baba-C. Her fresh eye and attention to detail make Trina's designs the first choice of brides with an eye for fine detail. Baba-C will ship internationally.

Bouquet Bracelets

2010-07-07T23:01:00.000-04:00

Photo courtesy of: http://perfectlypresentedonline.blogspot.com/, Product available on http://www.perfectlypresentedonline.com/

Looking for some Bling-Bling for your wedding? Check out our diamond-like pins, individual initials for your bridesmaids bouquets, rhinestone cuffs and bouquet wraps. Featured in this photo are the Hollywood Glam Rhinestone Cuffs. Stop at the website to see our other options.

Pearls For Weddings By The Sea

2010-07-01T23:07:00.000-04:00

Photos courtesy of: http://www.weddingfactorydirect.com/

Necklaces are a dominant accessory used to accent any outfit, whether it be for a wedding or other special occasion. At WeddingFactoryDirect, their assortment includes necklaces for anyoccasions. Necklaces are offered in gold or silver, with Swarovski Crystals, rhinestones, a number of different pearls, stones, or beads.

Bling for the Bride's Bouquet

2010-06-16T07:18:00.000-04:00

Photo courtesy of http://www.weddingfactorydirect.com/bouquetjewelry.html

What is bouquet jewelry? It is a crystal or rhinestone accent attached to a flexible metal pick that can be easily inserted into your bouquet. It's an easy way to make your bouquet as memorable as your wedding day. This site offers bouquet jewelry in flowers, hearts, initials, buckles, color accents, butterflies, and starfish. They have it all.

Simple Pearls Make A Statement

2010-06-05T15:43:00.000-04:00

Photo courtesy of http://www.etsy.com/shop/WhimsyTreasures

This small ball crafted from gold and pearls is the perfect accent for a simple outdoor wedding or even a dressier one. Whimsy Treasures on Etsy.com offers this and many other handcafted necklaces perfect for both the bride and for bridesmaid gifts.

Caring for Your Pearls

2010-04-05T20:56:00.000-04:00

Many brides wear pearls for their wedding but have no idea how to care for them. The Pearl Doctor has developed a Pearl Spa Cleaning System that is safe for your pearls and your skin and is eco-friendly. It will thoroughly clean your cultured pearls, napier pearls and costume pearls and almost any variety of real or faux pearl jewelry.

Impurities build up around the drill holes of pearls. Stringers and jewelers will tell you the drill hole where the string goes through the pearls is where dirt builds up and begins to erode the pearls causing irreversable damage. The Pearl Doctor's system removes dirt and soil from the entire pearl including this tiny area.

Your wedding pearls will be some of your most treasured jewelry so it's worth investing in the proper care for it. The website also sells storage bags and boxes for your pearls. Pearls should be stored separately from other jewelry so they aren't damaged.

Also remember hair spray is particularly damaging to your pearls. Aways wait half an hour before putting on your pearls after using hair spray or makeup. And remove your pearls before removing make-up. According to the Pearl Doctor "A good rule to remember: ALL PEARLS Last On – First Off." This will help protect your pearls from damage.

To purchase go to: http://shop.thepearldoctor.com

Etsy Does Pearls

2010-02-25T00:26:00.000-05:00

Etsy jeweler Fleur DeIrk at: http://www.etsy.com/shop/FleurDeIrk has incredible unique pieces to wear on your wedding day. Etsy has a variety of jewelers offering something for every bride and every budget.

Noaki Jewely--Unique Etsy Strikes Again!

2010-02-24T23:12:00.000-05:00

Noaki Jewelry has some beautiful jewelry for your wedding day. Notable is a bouquet that the designer made for her sister's wedding from old brooches. Noaki also has some great 'hair jewelry' and necklaces too. http://noakijewelry.com/.

Tiaras are Tops

2010-02-21T00:36:00.000-05:00

Brides this season are topping off their look with a tasteful tiara. Favors By Serendipity offer a wide selection of attractive tiaras for you to choose from at http://www.favorsbyserendipity.com/.

Conflict Free Diamonds at Brialliant Earth -- a True Symbol of Love

2010-02-16T03:54:00.000-05:00

If you're looking for a diamond for your engagement or wedding ring that is from a leader in ethical diamond jewelry, Brilliant Earth, based in San Francisco grew out of a marriage proposal of Beth Gerstein and Eric Grossberg. When they could not find a reliable source that could guarantee conflict free diamonds, they created Brilliant Earth to provide certified conflict free diamonds as an alternative to current diamond industry practices.

Brilliant Earth is now the global leader in ethical diamond jewelry. They offer the bride and groom a choice of conflict-free diamonds from Canada & Namibia, ethical origin sapphires, and eco-friendly gold, platinum and sterling silver. Their jewelery is made from superior materials and shows elegant craftsmanship. Brilliant Earth is dedicated to ensuring that every single gemstone is mined, cut, and finished in a socially and environmentally responsible manner so you can rest assured your engagement or wedding ring is a true symbol of love.

Insuring Your Rings

2010-02-15T18:07:00.001-05:00

Many brides-to-be and newlywed believe their rings are covered under their homeowners policy. To their great dismay they later learn that this is rarely true. MIke Malley, vice president of Personal Lines Operations at Jewelers Mutual Insurance Company in Neenah, Wisconsin from Jewelers Mutual says: “Many people still have the false impression that their jewelry is fully covered by their homeowners policies. What they don't realize is that unless their loss is from fire, theft, or some other cause specifically mentioned in their policy, it may not be covered.” Also coverage for theft of your jewelry generally is limited to $1,000. If the loss of jewelry occurs due to a burglary, this limit will not provide nearly enough coverage if a $5,000 ring is stolen, along with the rest of your jewelry.

Theft and fire aren't the only worries regarding your jewelry. According to Maley, more than half of all reported jewelry losses are partial losses, from the loss of a single stone to a chipped diamond. Many people are surprised to learn that everyday activities, like washing dishes in a ceramic sink or playing a physical sport, can cause these types of losses.

On Jewelers Mutual's web site, Stacey B., from Jonesborough, Tennessee tells how she chipped her diamond while playing with a dog. “Ack! I was heartbroken,” she wrote in her blog. While partial losses like this one typically are not covered by a basic homeowners policy, Stacey was fully covered with her policy from Jewelers Mutual. The company’s specialized jewelry insurance policy provides some of the broadest protection available, including coverage for damage, loss, theft, and even mysterious disappearance

With affordable rates,jewelry insurance is well worth the cost. “You would never drive your car without making certain it was fully insured,” Maley said. “Why take a similar risk with an expensive item that is so easily damaged or lost?”

Bustle Bling

2010-02-11T06:09:00.000-05:00

Bustling your wedding gown is always a chore but rhinestone bustle clips will add sparkling decorations at each place your gown is bustled. These beauties are really small rhinestone, pearl, or zircon pins that decorate your bustle over the hooks that really hold it in place. Sets start at around forty dollars and go up from there.

Somone Else's Bling? Rent a Rock, Is It For You?

2010-02-11T05:53:00.000-05:00

If you want to make a big splash with a fancy diamond necklace or glittering bracelet, consider renting your jewelry for your wedding. Web sites like Adorn.com will literally deliver diamonds to your doorstep! Their web site http://www.adorn.com/ shows a variety of earrings, bracelets and necklaces perfect for your big day. Simply choose your jewelry from the web site, check out using your credit card, and your jewelry should arrive 2 days prior to your wedding. It is insured and you just send it back in the mailer provided at the UPS store the first business day after your wedding.

Other sites offer jewelry to rent, but Adorn has some of the nicest selections I've seen. This isn't going to be cheap, I won't kid you, but you can look like a queen, or at least a movie star.

Welcome to Bling for the Bride

2010-02-11T05:28:00.000-05:00

Bling for the bride will cover any and every accessory for your wedding day that sparkles and shines! We'll leave the engagement and wedding ring choices to you, this blog is for everything else that glitters. So sit back, read, and prepare to be dazzled!