I hope everyone has seen the fabulous jewelry feature in the current issue of Martha Stewart Weddings. It’s a very useful guide to choosing just the right jewelry to complement your gown's neckline. Give it a look!
Today on New York Live, we took the story one step further: We went to one of my favorite bridal shops, the J.Crew Bridal and Collections store, to actually show viewers how to do it with one-shoulder, sweetheart/strapless, bateau, and V-neck necklines. We also paired the wedding jewelry with cocktail dresses -- remember, though your wedding jewelry is an investment, you can wear it for years to come with numerous outfits! Even costume jewelry, a less expensive alternative, can look simply stunning with your gown, and then dress up jeans and T-shirt down the road. It’s all up to you and your budget. A few of us at the taping (including the host herself) were cooing over a pair of $45 J.Crew coral earrings. How can you beat that price?
Got your wedding-day jewelry already set (maybe it's an heirloom piece)? Check out the story and segment to find the perfect rehearsal-dinner necklace or even beautiful earrings to give to your bridesmaids. And speaking of rehearsal dinners, J.Crew's cocktail dresses are ideal for all of your wedding's celebrations -- bridal showers, day-after brunches, etc.
Take a look at some gorgeous pairings with the help of J.Crew bridal below.
1 Lauren Rich from our PR department couldn't resist trying on some of the jewelry before the segment.
2 Marseila looks beautiful in the J.Crew "Sarabeth" bateau-neck gown. See how it's paired with simple drop earrings and a glitzy cuff?
3 These coral-detailed earrings are only $45 at J.Crew.
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5 The Isaac Mizrahi cuff and Siman Tu chandelier earrings are perfect for this one-shoulder "Nadia" dress from J.Crew.
6 The earrings and bracelet also paired nicely with a perfect LBD from J.Crew.
7 Makeup artist Tamah K. touched up model Paloma's lips before filming. Don't you love the bright pink color?
8 Paloma loved the current issue of Martha Stewart Weddings.
9 She looked gorgeous in a Ranjana Khan necklace and earrings by Jennifer Miller.
10 We then paired the stud earrings and a collar necklace with this silk chiffon "Arabelle" dress. It's ideal for a summer cocktail event or special evening out, and would also be beautiful on a bridesmaid.
11 Or try tying a natural-waist dress with a belt to add a bit of glamour. The belt can be paired with cocktail dresses after the wedding, too.
12 Hairstylist John Ruidant did an amazing job of giving the models elegant yet relaxed updos.
13 I love the layered necklace look. These three by Becky Kelso go perfectly with a V-neck gown. The Cathy Waterman earrings are an elegant finishing touch.
14 The blue "Alisanne" dress from J.Crew really brightens the colors in the necklaces.
15 The host, Lilliana, and I sharing a laugh before taping.
16 Try wearing a little white dress for your rehearsal dinner. Later on, you could wear it to work with a blazer and cardigan.
From: Sarah | 7/14/11 at 7:51 pm
The model's hair is effortless and glamorous! Love it!