| There is nothing more beautiful to complement a | | | | another issue to keep in mind, the length of the |
| wedding dress than a stunning strand of pearls. | | | | strand. |
| This traditional wedding jewelry is more popular | | | | 3.) Length: Pearl necklaces are available in several |
| than ever, with brides using all styles of pearl | | | | lengths: |
| jewelry to add that finishing touch to their bridal | | | | • Collar (12 - 13 inches) |
| ensemble. In addition to looking fabulous, wearing | | | | • Choker (14 - 16 inches) |
| a pearl necklace on your wedding day has | | | | • Princess (17 - 19 inches) |
| historically been known as a good luck charm, | | | | • Matinee (20 - 25 inches) |
| promising to bring the marriage years of | | | | • Opera (26 - 36 inches) |
| happiness. | | | | • Rope (over 37 inches) |
| When choosing a pearl necklace for your big day, | | | | The difference in length directly depends on the |
| there are four main issues to evaluate. These | | | | style of your dress. The most popular lengths of |
| issues will ensure your necklace and any other | | | | pearl necklaces are the princess length and the |
| accessories complement your dress and add to | | | | opera length. Avoid wearing the longer lengths of |
| instead of diminish your beauty. | | | | pearls over heavily beaded or decorated dresses, |
| 1.) Color: The color of the pearl is usually the most | | | | as the impact of the pearls may be lost. You |
| noticeable aspect of any pearl jewelry. Pearls | | | | may need to try on several lengths to see how |
| come in colors ranging from traditional white and | | | | each individual strand fits your body. |
| off-white to pink, black, grey, and even silver. | | | | 4.) Additions: Many brides are choosing to forego |
| When choosing the color of your pearl necklace, | | | | the traditional strand of pearls and add diamonds |
| be sure to think of your skin tone and dress. The | | | | or other gemstones to a necklace setting. This is |
| color should accentuate your outfit and make the | | | | a great idea if you have a preexisting pendant |
| ensemble complete, so choose wisely for a color | | | | mount of heirloom gemstone you wish to include |
| that you can wear on your wedding day and for | | | | in your jewelry. Also, many brides are using an |
| many days to come. | | | | illusion or floating setting for a single or several |
| 2.) Size: Pearls come in several different sizes and | | | | pearls. This setting gives the pearl the appearance |
| are either strung for a necklace in a similar range | | | | of floating weightlessly around the wearer's neck, |
| or in a graduated range. Choose a size of pearl | | | | giving a more modern feel to this traditional |
| that matches your proportions, as well as that of | | | | element. |
| your dress. Size of the pearl directly affects | | | | |