It’s All In The Details
January 12th, 2008 @ 2:28 pm by Mrs. Daffodil
…as in the accessories! Lately, I have become obsessed with searching for the perfect jewelry. I was surprised by how hard it has been to find even a few pieces that will both complement my dress and convey the overall sense of lighthearted freshness, class, romance, and just simple prettiness that I hope the wedding will exude. While I really loved a lot of very vintage pieces of jewelry that are abundant in bridal salons, it didn’t quite fit with my dress, given how simple it is.
After browsing online for hours on end and visiting a few salons, I am currently leaning towards a combo of crystals and small pearls with just a hint of sparkle. I found these gorgeous earrings at Haute Bride in San Francisco yesterday…
Aren’t they just so simple, romantic and gorgeous?! They had a matching necklace to go along with it too, though it is brand new so they do not have a picture up yet. I am just absolutely in love with them! The only thing holding me back is that I want to make sure I know all my options and I also want to bring my dress in and try everything on together to make sure it all goes.
The necklace I saw there was something similar to this, though a smaller version:
The Leeann Lariat also from Haute Bride
Other jewelry I found online that are still on my “high potential” list:
These Crystal and Pearl Vine Drop Earrings by Carolee
The Dahlia from MEG Jewelry. This one is kind of similar to the one I liked at Haute Bride, except a bit longer and accents along the chain.
The Rudy also from MEG Jewelry
The Crystal Flower and White Pearl Pendant Necklace from Carolee…an absolutely gorgeous necklace that one of my bridesmaids wore at her own wedding!
The Pearl and Crystal Flower Y Necklace from Carolee
Anyway, I thought I would post these as inspirations to you all! They all range in price, with Carolee being the most affordable (Carolee’s prices averaged ~$40-$80ish, and the MEG and Haute Bride ones are more around $150-$250 I believe).
More inspirations to come as I continue on my search for the perfect accessories! 
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10 Responses to “It’s All In The Details”
wow! Those are more affordable than I expected. Thanks!
beautiful options! whichever you choose will be stunning! can’t wait to see what makes the final cut.
Thanks for the ideas!! I love the last one - the pearl and crystal flower set!
I second the reccomendation for Creme de Luxe!! I used them for my wedding jewelry and it was so beautiful!
I suggest Swarovski - I bought similar necklace there and at macys for way less then $100
i make custom jewelry (using sterling silver chain/wire, swarovski crystals, pearls… any material). i have the same problem as you— always in search of the perfect accessories. If you have a picture in your mind of what you want, I can probably recreate that for you for half the price of what they charge. I’ve done that for a lot of my friends. there are also lots of jewelry options on etsy.com. i have a shop there (without any items due to lack of time). anyway, good luck!
i like how the 2nd necklace has a long chain in the back, and it’s really delicate and classy looking. but i’m also always partial to carolee ;).
I custom made jewelry. The style that you like can be easily duplicated or modified to the way exactly you wanted. Please visit my website (amytong.com). I will give you a good price. btw, I am in the bay area.
Mrs. Daffodil, San Francisco/Los Angeles
Age and Occupation: 26, Nonprofit Strategy Consultant
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 26, Resident Physician
Engagement Date: December 29, 2006
Wedding Date: May, 2008
Blogging Since: August, 2007
Venue: Church w/ floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Valley; Westin in downtown LA
About Me: I moved around a lot growing up, but consider myself a Southerner at heart. I love scrapbooking, dancing, doggies, and diet coke. I am all about personalizing everything and hence, I'm a DIY bride who is just loving the entire wedding planning process! Mr. Daffodil and I met in our college fellowship group and were "just friends" for three years before we started dating. We've been together for four years now and can't wait to get married in sunny SoCal, Mr. Daffodil's hometown.
If you like that style of jewelry, also try Creme de Luxe and ask for Jenn.