By: Ask Bill
Submitted: 2010-04-23 04:49:56 | Word Count: 603
If you are ever going to go full swing with accessorising yourself, it would be on your wedding day. And the perfect way to add on to the sparkle would be with a nice brooch. A bridal brooch is very versatile and it is no wonder it is so popular. You can use it to jazz up your gown after the wedding ceremony by only putting it on for the wedding reception. You can also wear it on your dress during the ceremony and pin it somewhere else for your reception. It can go on your hair, necklace, bracelet or even shoes. Alternatively, switch brooches to get a different look. You see, the possibilities are endless. There are no hard and fast rules on how to wear a bridal brooch. Just make sure whatever you choose complements your gown and other accessories.
The current fashionable theme is the vintage glamour wedding. It doesn't matter which decade you are going back to. Just use sparkling jewelry like crystal with great detailing to add a little modern twist. If you are going for this theme, crystal brooches are what you are looking for. The American Beauty Crystal Pin by Danbury Mint is sure to dazzle. This rose-shaped pin is set in precious rhodium and shimmers with 125 Swarovski crystals. Alternatively, check out the Together Forever pin which is so meaningful for the occasion. This pin features two cuddling cats and is adorned with 130 Swarovski crystals.
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For those who have a bit more to spend, you can have a look at gold brooches. After all, it is not a waste as this brooch can also be passed down to a daughter, daughter-in-law or sister and may eventually gain its place as a sentimental family heirloom. Ross-Simons offers the Diamond Ribbon Style Brooch Pendant in 14 karat White Gold. This stunning diamond pendant/brooch features 1.00 ct t.w. round diamonds and 0.50 ct t.w. of baguettes for an explosion of sparkles and brilliance. Another exquisite design that will make your heart flutter is the 14 karat Gold Tahitian Cultured Pearl Butterfly Brooch. The 14 karat gold wings with diamond accents are attached to two precious Tahitian Cultured Pearls. With the option of pinning it onto your gown or wearing as a necklace, you will want to keep on wearing it after your wedding.
What are weddings without flowers? It fills the air with romance and is so pleasing to the eye. So if you are not too sure which design to choose, consider flower brooches. If you are wearing ivory with warm undertones, the Zales Peridot and Cultured Freshwater Pearl Flower Brooch in Sterling Silver will look great on you. Alternatively, if you like something sweet and simple, the Jegem Sterling Silver Multi-colour Tourmaline Flower Brooch is for you. And while you are at it, why not consider getting a flower brooch for your maid of honour, mother or future mother-in-law? Novica's Natural Orchid brooches selection makes a great gift. The Perfectly Pink Stickpin features the pink dendrobium orchid. The unique feature of this selection is the fact that natural flowers are used to transform the blossoms into extraordinary stickpin set in 24 karat gold. Other than stickpins, the Natural Orchid selection also comes in brooch/pendant form.
By adding accessories, like brooches, to your gown, you further define your style and taste. Don't hold back on your special day. Now that you know there is a great variety of style, colour and designs, get right into it. Look for that perfect brooch that best reflects you to complete your wedding wear selection.
