Winter is one of the most gorgeous times of year, especially where it snows. That makes winter weddings, some of the most romantic and beautiful. Brides who get married in the winter seasons, may not be using the bright springy colors in their bridal and bridesmaid jewelry, but they have a whole new pallet to choose from. Winter bridal jewelry can be some of the most luxurious and rich of all of the seasons of bridal jewelry.
When it comes down to it, winter whites make great wedding whites! For the bride that is wearing the white or off white bridal gown, beautiful and traditional pearls are perfect for your winter bridal jewelry. Not only are pearls very traditional for bridal jewelry selections, they match the theme of the year, looking their best. The white of the pearl matched with beautiful skin tones, match perfectly with the wedding jewelry theme of the season. Winter is white, what could be better than beautiful white winter bridal jewelry.
If pearls are just not for you and your bridal jewelry selection, then swarovski crystals are a great option as well. With so many color options available, finding that crystal clear or white tones of swarovski bridal jewelry is easy. The crystal bridal jewelry selection still matches the winter bridal jewelry theme. With winter weather comes snowflakes and icicles. Nothing is more sparkly and elegant as the swarovski crystal bridal jewelry you can find in bridal boutiques across the country and online.
For one of the most glamorous and striking bridal jewelry combinations for winter is the combination of both white pearls and swarovski crystals. Putting these two together, makes for the perfect complimented winter bridal jewelry. You will have the best of both worlds, beautiful pearl bridal jewelry combined with gorgeous swarovski crystal bridal jewelry.
Don’t forget about the winter bridesmaid jewelry for your bridesmaids. With winter comes many lush and rich color choices. Of course there is the ever popular hunter greens and ruby reds. These make for wonderful winter Christmas season bridal jewelry selections. Deep burgundies and maroons, as well as royal blue and persimmons are also beautiful choices.
Let the color pallet of winter help you decide what style and color of bridal jewelry you will wear. The winter season brings on such a romantic and special air, that a winter wedding is perfect for the season. In the end, find winter bridal jewelry that matches you, your gown, your personality and of course your wedding colors and theme.
Archive for April, 2010
Bridal Jewelry – for the Winter Season
Friday, April 23rd, 2010Why you need an acid-free, pH neutral storage box for your wedding dress
Wednesday, April 14th, 2010Some people may think that a large plastic bag or any old storage box will do when it comes to properly storing a wedding dress, but the fact is that you need to use an acid free pH neutral storage box for your wedding dress to keep it it in the most optimal condition. Why?Acids Destroy Fabric The acids in the cardboard box will damage the fabric over time. The point of storing your dress is so you can have it perfect condition in however many years, to pass on to a daughter or a sister, or maybe even wear it again when it is time to renew your vows.Why pH Neutral? Even if they aren’t acidic, the boxes may have a reverse alkalinity which may also work to damage and discolour the fabric. This is why it is very important to make sure that the box you store your dress in is not only acid free but pH neutral. This will keep the box from causing any damage to the dress.Viewing Window or No Viewing Window No viewing window, because light will cause the fabric to discolour. When you are looking for a wedding dress storage box, make sure that in addition to being acid free and pH neutral, the box has no windows to let light in.Once you have selected the proper box for your dress, remember not to use tissue paper inside (unless it is pH neutral!) the box to cushion the dress, because with the right box, you should not need the tissue paper. Also remember to clean the dress and allow it to dry completely before storing it to ensure that it will be in the best condition possible later.
Temperature fluctuations could also cause damage to the fabric, so the place where the box is stored should be a fairly consistent temperature year round. Store in a dry, dark place to prevent discolouration. Take time to inspect the dress each year to ensure there are no new stains and admire its beauty. So, the key is a pH neutral wedding dress box.
Exchanging your wedding rings and vows in an exotic location
Thursday, April 8th, 2010Why not consider a beach wedding to exchange wedding rings. Make the day even extra special for your guests by giving them a small gift also known as a wedding favour. Beach weddings are becoming more and more popular for couples getting married these days with airlines flying to more and more exotic locations. Getting married in a church has all ways been the long held belief and having a wedding reception at a different location has become quite normal. The option of exchanging wedding rings and vows on the beach is a new and exciting idea. Just imagine a beautiful sandy beach on a sunny day in a wonderful tropical island location. What better place could there be to exchange your vows and wedding rings? And after a reception in the same idillic location for the wedding guests to receive there wedding favours.
One of the best factors involving these types of weddings is the casual approach to many of the arrangements. Couples can in fact choose to wear anything for the wedding ceremony. Often a brides dress will be decorated with shells, sequins, beading and other embroidery. Dispensing with the long formal head dress is a good idea, instead opting for a shorter veil or a head piece of flowers. Going barefoot is a popular choice and being on the beach is also the logical thing to do to make the day feel like a real holiday. Grooms also can wear casual clothing rather than the full dress suit such as a neat button shirt and again no shoes.
Being outside also means you can invite as people as you wish to attend the ceremony as there are no confines of a building to limit numbers. However this is not an essential requirement. You can have just a special a day by inviting a few family members or friends. The important point here is to make sure that you check with the local authorities the number of people you are allowed to gather together in a public space. Its all ways best to plan ahead in order to avoid any serious problems regarding legal issues that would spoil your day.
As we mentioned above a beach wedding is ideally set in an exotic setting. The act of getting married abroad is known as a destination wedding. Don’t worry if you can’t afford to fly away to destinations in the sun, some couples have arranged there own stay at home beach weddings creating there own beach style venues.
No matter where you decide to hold your beach wedding your guests will all ways appreciate there wedding favour to take away with them. Simple ideas such as personalised name cards on the tables make ideal wedding favours providing they are designed in a tasteful style. For example if your reception is to be held on the water then try creating placeholders in the shape of ships sails. This helps keep everything into a single theme. Even after the big day a nice touch for all your guests is to let them keep a photo album which they can keep to remind themselves of the day they spent on the beach attending your wedding. The ideas for favours are virtually endless. Just try websites on the internet to find out more.