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To say I don’t change up my jewelry very often would be a gross understatement. I wear the same earrings, bracelet and watch every day. I will occasionally wear a different necklace, but most days it’s the Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant from Tiffany & Co.
Although I’ve worn them every day since my Junior Winter Formal, for our wedding I’m planning on wearing the diamond earrings shown above. Papa Frenchie gave them to Mama Frenchie in the beginning of their marriage, and Mama Frenchie gave them to me almost 12 years ago.
However, I do think I should wear a different necklace, so I’ve been trolling everyone’s favorite go-to shopping place, Etsy.
I’ve found several different options and I need your help. What should I wear?
Option A - Eternity Pearl Ring Necklace by heatherberry
Option B - Single Sterling Branch Necklace by CJ
Option C - Divine Lariat by lizix26
Option D - Rustic Little Nest (sterling silver) by lizix26
Option E - Multi Strand Swarovski White Pearl Bridal Wedding Necklace by shacara
Option F - Oh So Fancy - Fresh Water Pearl on Silver by LaraLeighDesigns
As you can see I have a pearl theme. Mr Frenchie has expressed interest in me wearing pearls, and I think a delicate pearl necklace would complement my dress.
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Option B is my favorite, but I think E would look awesome with your dress! All are gorgeous. I’m going with pearls as well. 
I like option E! I’ve seen that design before, but this one is much more… random in its placement. It’s very floaty looking and reminds me of bubbles
Plus, I think it would look great with the sweetheart neckline of your dress!
Ummm….I want them all! But my favorite is the multi strand necklace, it looks delicate but not so delicate that it won’t be noticed.
I love both C and D. I think C is a bit fancier though and might work better for a wedding.
I like them all! The only one that I think might not work with your dress is the lariat, b/c you don’t want it to fall into your cleavage. The others are more rounded so they’d compliment the sweetheart neckline.
I love C, D, and E, but E is what I already see the most and the others are so creative!
i’ll be cautious about E, because in certain lighting, i’ve seen how the shadows make it look like the bride has a spotted neck / collarbone!
We would love to work with you to create a custom piece for you, please feel free to look at our Etsy shop at http://www.AFinishingTouch.etsy.com and contact us if you see anything you would like or want modified.
We would love to work with you to create the perfect necklace for your wedding day. Please come visit our Etsy shop called A Finishing Touch and feel free to contact us if you see something you like or would want modified.
Option E is beautiful!
Comment on Option C - I had a necklace that did that stick-it-in-the-loop thing and it didn’t always “sit” where I wanted it to. I found myself adjusting it often (or checking on it), and I don’t think that’s what you’re looking to do on your wedding day. But maybe it was just my necklace and not that style in general.
I like the freshwater pearl the best, but the nest is cute because it complements your cake topper
Love the fresh water pearl. It’s simple- and something you’ll definitely wear again in the future!
All the options are so pretty, I chose option C. I think It’s very elegant and just enough necklace.
Okay I voted for E but I really love B,D, AND E. I think your dress will look super classy with pearls and if you can’t wear something that makes a statement on your wedding day, when can you? E is the best compromise of flash and subtle sophistication. Plus, Mr. Frenchie will still “recognize” you- no giant leap!
I really like option C, but it depends on your style of dress
They are lovely!
That reminds me of a question: In Germany, there is a superstition against pearls on your wedding day. Do you have that in America as well?
@busylizzy: I have never heard of that. Does it bring bad luck?
I chose option C because I think the last one is too simple, and the multistrand, I’m just not loving how you can see the wire/thread… That would bother me the whole day.
Either way, I think you’re going to looking STUNNING in your dress, no matter the necklace.
@365:
Yes, pearls are symbols of tears - each pearl a tear. Well, I think I’ll just make up my own superstition and see those as tears of joy
And anyway, this only applies for real pearls….
I was all about that branch right up until I saw the multi-strand. On the other hand, I feel like the branch is more re-wear-able.
I love designer Nakamol from Chicago. Her work is absolutely lovely! Check out:
http://www.nakamolchicago.com/ShoppingCart/ShowProduct.aspx?ProductId=JBSN35
It’s similar to the freshwater pearl necklace, but a little fuller.
I like option E for a wedding, but the branch necklace is my favorite of your choices. I’d wear something like that everyday.
I love the multi strand! I’ve been wearing the same necklace for 8 years now! Everything just goes with it, ya know?
I love E and F, but voted for E. I wore a very simple necklace for my wedding and had wanted a fancier one, I should have worn the fancy one! Is there any way you can try your favorites with the dress and return them, or resell them if you don’t like it?
@ busylizzy I’ve heard that before, but I read it in a book. Anne’s house of Dreams I think, (from the Anne of Green Gables series) it almost made me want a pear ring for an engagment ring.
Pearls are very classy, and it will be a great piece for your wedding jewelry no matter what you choose.
Thank you so much for all your help everyone
Looks like I need to decide btw the multi strand (E) and the fresh water pearl (F)
I think option F would look incredible with the sweetheart neckline of your dress!
I love option E! And that picture of you & Mr. Frenchie is out of control cute!
i voted for F bc I think it would go great w/ your dress…..but omg, get the bird’s nest necklace too just because they are just TOOOO adorable and u can wear after the wedding everyday too.
i LOVE f! Its so simple and sweet. And I think you would get lots of use out of it after the big day. Thanks so much for posting this…I’m actually going to snatch some of them as gifts!
I LOVE “F”- Oh So Fancy. I think that would be a perfect accessory for a wedding. It is so delicate and would complement you and your dress. You want people to be focusing on you, not your neck. You should definitely go with that one!!! Good luck with all your planning!
@Jennifer: Ooh … work with A Finishing Touch! I can vouch for their custom work. Very easy to work with and the finished product was inexpensive but gorgeous!
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Mrs. French Bulldog, Orange County
Age and Occupation: 28, Administrative Assistant & Interior Design Student
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 28, Purchasing Analyst
Engagement Date: November 8, 2008
Wedding Date: August 2009
Venue: Bernardo Winery
About Me: I've lived in Atlanta, Dallas and Laguna Niguel; although I've lived in Orange County, CA most my life, I'm a Southerner at heart. I work full time for a Commercial General Contractor (aka my father) and I go to school for Interior Design at night. I love modern design, music, wine, crafting, DMailing, my family, my Westies, and of course, Mr Frenchie! Mr Frenchie and I met 3 years ago on Match.com and have been best friends ever since. I love his "old soul" and how he laughs with his whole body, among many other things. We are planning our summer wedding at the winery near his hometown, just 45 minutes south of Orange County.
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