Bridal Jewelry

SARAH JANE DESIGN
eclectic. elegant. everyday.

BRIDAL JEWELRY

I enjoy customizing sets for your wedding party that are slightly different from the standard jewelry available with faux pearls, rhinestones and gold plated or silver plated components. So many times bridesmaids receive jewelry that is classically "wedding" which ends up sitting in their jewelry collection, mostly unworn after the wedding day. I know from my own personal experience of being a bridesmaid many times.

I will match colors to your dresses so that your special ladies will enjoy wearing their jewelry long after the wedding day. Of course, classic designs with pearls are always available if desired. I use quality components such as precious metals, semi-precious stones, freshwater pearls and Swarovski crystals, which makes your gift of jewelry even more special and appreciated.

I will work with you on the size of each bridesmaid and the style of dress to suggest what would work best. Perhaps you only need earrings for each girl if the dress doesn't call for a necklace. Or maybe you give the necklace and tell each girl to wear some silver/gold earrings of their choice that coordinate. Maybe you just give a bracelet and they choose coordinating necklace/earrings on their own. It is very common for brides to give these gifts to their attendants at the reception dinner and let them know ahead of time what jewelry you are giving them to wear on the big day, so they don't purchase it ahead of time. Most often, attendants have spent the money purchasing the dress as well as other expenses on your behalf to be there on the special day (airfare, accommodation, time off work, etc.) Quality jewelry is always appreciated as a special way to say Thank You for supporting me on my wedding day.

Tell me your budget per bridesmaid, and I can work to create something beautiful within that. I look forward to being part of your very special day. If you don't know exactly what you want, I can design a few samples to choose from and help you decide. Some samples of designs used in weddings are shown below.

Don't forget the flower girls too. I can make cute bracelets/earrings for them.

SJD Bridal Couture - One-of-a-Kind Necklace - $225 ($250/set)
I had fun making this design. It is so regal and artsy, something you could keep as an heirloom to pass down. The design has special meaning as well. The two baroque Swarovski crystals on the side represent how you were out there, single and alone. Now you have found each other and are committed to a lifetime together, symbolized by the two crystals together at the bottom. You can wear it different ways depending on where you center it. Freshwater and biwa pearls, oxidized sterling silver, Swarovski crystals. Adjustable 17-21".

SJD Bridal Couture - Earrings $30
Baroque Swarovski crystals with AB finish capture the light and reflect it in different ways. Sometimes clear, sometimes golden. Freshwater pearls and multiple strands of oxidized sterling silver make them classic, elegant and modern all at the same time. Sterling leverbacks shown. Can be made with posts or French wires upon request. Dangle @ 2".

Champagne or Neutral:
Champagne colored dress, no necklace needed due to high neckline.
Earrings only on sterling silver French wires. Could be leverback or post upon request. Bracelet could be an additional option or just have attendant's wear a silver bracelet of their choice. Side view shows the fabulous twist of this Swarovski crystal, which makes for amazing sparkle. Great wearability after the wedding. I will work within your budget to find the perfect matching ensemble.

Suggested dress style: Sweetheart or "V" neckline
Wedding location: semi-casual, esp. good for warm or tropical locations
Colors: coral pink & pale yellow
For this wedding we incorporated the wedding colors as well as Mother of Pearl shell, which was perfect for a beach wedding in Hawaii, along with a faceted citrine nugget, Swarovski crystals on a sterling chain with extra long dangle to accent the backs of the dresses, esp. if hair is up. Matching earrings. Complementary to the gown, but wearable for everyday afterwards.

Dress style: spaghetti strap, with sweetheart neckline
Wedding location: semi-casual, set in the woods of the Pacific Northwest
Colors: concord purple & lavender
Picture this rich color for a late summer wedding against the backdrop of a vibrant green forest, with nature all around you and birds chirping in the warm air. The couple were married in a lush open air forest setting. The bridesmaids wore the first design which is elegant and yet quite wearable after the wedding with everything from a cute purple top & jeans for going out, a pretty dress or a suit for work. Prices vary depending on stones used, but any custom arrangement is possible.

Pink & Yellow samples

Fuchsia Samples

Aquamarine Sample

Periwinkle Sample

This piece could work for the bride as well.
Everyday coin pearls that don't necessarily look bridal when not worn with a wedding gown.

Sapphire Sample

Platinum/Slate Samples

Deep Red

From my Dazzling Hoops Collection. Siam and garnet Swarovski crystals on sterling chain and ear wires. Can be sized larger or smaller. These really shine and will get much wear the rest of the year - Christmas, Valentines, 4th of July and any other time you want to be the lady in red. This would be the perfect set for a Christmas wedding. I can also make different earrings to go with the pendant.

Mother/Grandmother of the Bride Jewelry - Special pieces such as these make a thoughtful gift for all the love and support given. These are special order Thai silver hand carved pendants, so please allow at least three weeks. Cost will vary depending on components used - Typically $70-$90/set. Colors can be made to coordinate with your wedding colors.

LINKS

Puget Sound Wedding Professionals Network