The Jewelry To Wear To Every Wedding This Season
Invest in a capsule collection of fine jewels with striking yet timeless appeal and they’ll see you through a season of long-awaited weddings and events, says CHARLIE BOYD
Modern pearls
Pearls are often associated with brides, so their soft luminescence is an elegant choice for accenting a white gown, while serving as a stalwart for guests, too. If there is one pearl maestro to seek out this season, it’s Sophie Bille Brahe. Her inventive compositions feature pearls that are clustered into petite posies, swirled into statement loops and swinging from shoulder-dusting drops. Choose her ‘Grande Fleur Jeanne’ earrings to add spice to romantic florals, such as Saloni’s ruffled silk-georgette maxi dress, while David Yurman’s signature ‘Solari’ cuff will elevate every outfit you own.
A cocktail ring
Sleek tailoring is best suited to chic, city ceremonies and has long been the friend of show-stopping gemstones – after all, refined silhouettes provide an elegant canvas for jewelry to truly sing. Dial up the fashion factor with Elizabeth Gage’s ring – a diamond and aquamarine design that contrasts with the saccharine shade of Proenza Schouler’s twill suit. Balance out its intricate engraving and Renaissance-inspired beading with a ‘less is more’ shoe – Toteme’s ‘The Bicolor’ sandal will make for the perfect pairing.
Day diamonds
Much like your wardrobe, your jewelry box should feature a few last-a-lifetime staples that can be worn with anything, anywhere. Enter day diamonds. Whether you pick petite diamond studs, layers of delicate chains with scintillating stones, or some slender stacking rings, everyday diamonds will effortlessly enhance sleek silhouettes, such as Christopher Esber’s maxi-dress designs. Experiment with unusual settings: Suzanne Kalan’s Firework collection is a modern take on baguette-cut diamonds, while Jacquie Aiche’s ‘Kate’ bracelet features a rhythmic arrangement of different-sized stones.
Hoop earrings
A faithful failsafe for every fine-jewelry collection, a stylish pair of hoop earrings will complement any wedding outfit with panache. Viltier’s ‘Rayon Disco’ hoops are handcrafted in the maison’s Paris atelier and intricately engraved to ensure all 18 karats catch the light at every angle. For extra drama, consider adding small diamond studs that climb up the ear, and keep accessories simple: the sculptural curves of Khaite’s suede shoulder bag and Giuseppe Zanotti’s nude sandals will evoke a sense of insouciant glamour.
A chain necklace
Event dressing doesn’t, however, have to mean whopping gemstones – understated chains can effortlessly add shine to any outfit, too. Lauren Rubinski’s low-swinging 14-karat style is a great base layer to build upon – consider adding Foundrae’s white-and-yellow-gold design to speak to this season’s two-tone metal trend, complete with a delicate dusting of diamonds. Wear with Tove’s crinkled-satin bandeau top and pleated wide-leg pants by Sea, finished with a flash of orange from Emme Parsons’ minimalist sandals.
The tennis bracelet
Black-tie weddings mean unadulterated dressing up, so bring out the big guns when it comes to your jewels. LA-based designer Anita Ko is renowned for her classic yet contemporary settings, making each piece a timeless investment that can be passed down for generations. Setting more than six carats of oval-shaped diamonds (the silhouette of the season) within elegant white-gold bezels, Ko’s tennis bracelet feels fresh compared to your average row of round diamonds. Keep your color palette simple with Galvan’s ‘Pandora’ satin halterneck dress – the ideal backdrop to ensure that white diamonds dazzle.