How to Buy Wedding Accessories for Your Dress- Written from Burbank

To quote legendary financier Sanford Weill, "details create the big picture." Though Weill was likely referring to business, nothing is often more accurate with regards to wedding style. Brides often focus so intently on the gowns that they can overlook the significance about details; namely, accessories.

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

How to Buy Wedding Accessories for Your Dress- Written from Burbank

The Classic

Pearls, veils and chignon chic. The classic bride knows what sherrrd like. After all, she's been planning this wedding since she would be a girl! She keeps the following tidy list of her bridal must-haves saved in her own 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 the gloves.


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


• 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 perfect 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 includes 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 in relation to her wedding style. Summer bohemian brides will cherish 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 nice hair down and accentuate your tresses using 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 having to be overdone.

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

Modern Maven

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

Naturally, knowing all 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 could be the perfect option. This large, feathery accent is designed for refined hairstyles requiring simply a single flower.

Speaking of flowers, trendy brides everywhere are donning splashes of color with their wedding wardrobes. All the rage right this moment: 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 from a 5th Avenue boutique. Tres magnifique!

Glamour Girl

Tiaras, glitz and sky-high heels. A little bit diva as well as a lot delightful, many glamour girls get pegged with the "bridezilla" label. Deep down, they're simply misunderstood. They know what they desire, and as long as they understand it, they're happy. And what, exactly, makes them happy? For one, the Fur Wrap, a classy faux fur stole that perfectly completes the winter months bride's trousseau. Next, of course, may be the Stretch Satin Elbow Length Glove. A must in each and every color for glamour girls spanning various ages.

Shoes, naturally, are important to this beautiful bride. Heels. The higher the better. The Dyeable Satin Platform with Ornament Ring Detail does not disappoint. This stacked platform is hip, saucy and comes with a sparkling rhinestone brooch accent for extra 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 one inch high, allowing her to become a true princess bride. Whether you get into one of these simple categories, or will be more the amalgamation 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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