Tips for Choosing the Perfect Wedding Accessories for Your Gown - Written in Hartford, Connecticut

To quote legendary financier Sanford Weill, "details produce the overall dish." Though Weill was likely talking about business, nothing is often more accurate when it comes to wedding style. Brides often focus so intently on their gowns they neglect the need for details; namely, accessories.

Wedding accessories like headpieces, shoes and jewelry add those special finishing touches to produce a standard image of wedding ensemble perfection. But not just any veil or satin heel will perform. With a little little know-how, it's easy to creatively coordinate your look. Here are some tips for coordinating your wedding accessories to match your personal style.

Tips for Choosing the Perfect Wedding Accessories for Your Gown - Written in Hartford, Connecticut

The Classic

Pearls, veils and chignon chic. The classic bride knows what she wants. After all, she's been planning this wedding since that time she would have been a girl! She keeps the next tidy listing of her bridal must-haves saved in their credenza.

• Wrist Length Satin Glove. These simple matte satin wrist length gloves are timeless and chic.


• Fingertip Length Mantilla Veil. For those with deep, traditional roots. Perfect with all the gloves.


• Cathedral length Veil. Another veil option for classic brides. This elegant, 1 tier favorite is the type she wanted.


• Pearl Set Accented which has a Mix of Oval Shaped Crystals. Puts a modern day twist around the classic pearl set. The crystals add the best touch of "something new". Necklace and earring set.


• 3 Strand Pearl Nested Necklace. The quintessential bridal necklace.


• Ballet Flat with Bow. Simple, tasteful, comfortable and dyeable.


• Satin Handbag with Pleats and Rhinestone Keeper. This sophisticated dyeable handbag features a silver shoulder chain for style and convenience.

Bohemian Chic

Flowing tresses, flowing dresses and flowers galore. This lady may be laid-back, and not when it comes to her wedding style. Summer bohemian brides will love the sunlight, breathable Solid Pashmina Wrap. Winter wedding? Ward off the chill in boho-chic and animal friendly style with the Satin Mid-Length Cape with Faux Fur Trim.

Let flowing hair down and accentuate your tresses with all the Bridal Set of Four Gardenia Flower Hair Coils. These small satin gardenias accented with delicate sprays of Swarovski crystal rhinestones add the ideal touch of sparkle without getting overdone.

Beach or mountaintop wedding? Walk on the aisle in security in CeeCee flip-flops, with a comfy cushioned wedge sole as well as a shimmer of rhinestone detailing. Otherwise, opt for a Peep Toe d'Orsay heel having a colorful floral print and rosette accent for the front face with the shoe. Carry your necessities in style while using Victorian Frame Bag. Rich with detailed beading, this convertible (with chain strap) clutch closely resembles a well used heirloom piece.

Modern Maven

Sleek lines, hot trends and elegance for miles. This urban bride is obviously for the innovative of fashion, and her bridal ensemble isn't exception. From her tailored Long Sleeve Satin Bolero Jacket to her Glitter Elongated Clutch, every accessory she selects is polished and striking.

Naturally, knowing each of the latest trends, she pairs the Bridal Russian Net Facial Blusher Veil with a flower comb underneath. The short tulle blusher blends Hollywood glam and metro chic. For the veil-phobic, the Pinwheel Feather Flower Clip with Rhinestone Center is the perfect option. This large, feathery accent is designed for refined hairstyles requiring only a single flower.

Speaking of flowers, trendy brides everywhere are donning splashes of color for their wedding wardrobes. All the rage today: big flowers. The modern maven wears the Flower Pin in crimson red. This bold eye-catcher defies traditional wedding style rules, and that's only the way she likes it. This is a woman who loves her shoes. For this fashion forward bride, it's Cyndi by Coloriffics lace-up sandal with 3 1/2" heel. Looks straight out of a 5th Avenue boutique. Tres magnifique!

Glamour Girl

Tiaras, glitz and sky-high heels. A little bit diva and a lot delightful, many glamour girls get pegged while using "bridezilla" label. Deep down, they're simply misunderstood. They know what they really want, make sure they have it, they're happy. And what, exactly, means they are happy? For one, the Fur Wrap, a stylish faux fur stole that perfectly completes the winter bride's trousseau. Next, of course, will be the Stretch Satin Elbow Length Glove. A must in most color for glamour girls of any age.

Shoes, obviously, are very important to this particular beautiful bride. Heels. The higher the better. The Dyeable Satin Platform with Ornament Ring Detail will not disappoint. This stacked platform is hip, saucy and includes a sparkling rhinestone brooch accent for really glam power.

Topping off this head-to-toe perfection: the Bridal Open Regal Style Tiara with Crystals. This stunner features Swarovski rhinestone flowers and -bling heaven!- multi-size Swarovski accent rhinestones. Embellishment spans 6 inches and is also 1 " high, allowing her to become true princess bride. Whether you belong to one of these brilliant categories, or tend to be more a combination and match type, if you are true to your own private style, you'll look positively ravishing on "I do" day.

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