A wedding necklace can provide the perfect finishing touch to your bridal look. Explore Michael Hill’s exquisite range for a pendant or statement piece you can cherish.
From a simple pendant to a stylish statement, different necklace designs offer something unique for each bride. Not only can the right one help pull a look together, it can also enhance and highlight the intricate details in the gown.
Popular types of wedding necklaces include coloured gemstones in an emerald cut that inspire vintage-style elegance, and timeless classics like a halo or solitaire diamond wedding necklace. More contemporary designs like subtle chevron and infinity pendants are also growing in popularity for the bride that’s looking for something beautiful but a little different.
Before choosing a necklace, think about size in proportion to your neckline: longer pendants work best with V-neck or sweetheart necklines as it nicely complements the gown shape, while chokers and smaller pendants perfectly align with a strapless or rounded neckline. It all comes down to your own preference and how you feel wearing your wedding ensemble—including your forever jewellery pieces.
If you’re wearing a detailed gown, a piece of jewellery that is simple and understated, like a mini solitaire necklace, is a nice touch. Or perhaps pair a pearl necklace with a wedding gown embellished with pearls or beads, or go all-out glam if your dress is elegantly sleek.
Silver and white gold shine beautifully against cooler shades of white, while for the wedding, a gold necklace design offers beauty and warmth when paired with off-white or champagne coloured gowns.
The beauty of a strapless wedding gown lies in its versatility, allowing for a wide variety of options when it comes to jewellery—including necklaces.
A choker necklace is perfect for a strapless gown with little-to-no embellishments, drawing attention to the face while accentuating the collarbone. Pair with a bracelet or matching set of earrings to create a clean and polished look. A silver or gold wedding necklace with a princess-cut pendant can offer sophistication with a stately feel. Or instead of a larger necklace, opt for a pair of statement earrings or a delicate pendant to highlight the subtle elegance of your dress.
A pearl necklace for a wedding day is always a classic match with a strapless gown—timeless, chic, and beautiful.
With a strapless gown, you’re essentially working with a blank canvas, so there’s no right or wrong choices when finding a necklace for your big day. It all comes down to how your pieces make you feel!
Choosing a necklace to wear on your special day can be exciting and deeply sentimental, the kind of keepsake that you’ll treasure for many years to come. There are, however, a few things to consider before finding the right one to suit your wedding’s aesthetic, as well as your personal style.
A general rule when selecting a necklace for a wedding dress is to follow your neckline: accentuate the sharp lines of a V-neck with a longer necklace, a boat neckline with a choker or the romantic shape of a sweetheart neckline with a shorter necklace.
Maintain a stylish sense of cohesion with your bridesmaids by choosing a necklace that complements bridesmaid earrings and other bridesmaid jewellery. Match your necklace with other wedding accessories, such as your wedding band or engagement ring. A rose gold wedding band in particular is perfect for such a romantic occasion when paired with a matching bracelet or pendant.
Consider dress fabric and embellishments: Match a pearl and diamond necklace with a wedding dress studded with diamantes, or if your dress has intricate beading and pearls, pair with a bridal pearl necklace as a nod to the design. If your dress is heavily embellished, a simple pendant allows your dress to remain the showcase, while complementing your overall look.