Complete Your Look With Wedding Accessories: Written from San Jose

To quote legendary financier Sanford Weill, "details produce the main issue." Though Weill was likely talking about business, nothing could be more accurate in terms of wedding style. Brides often focus so intently on the gowns that they can ignore the need for details; namely, accessories.

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

Complete Your Look With Wedding Accessories: Written from San Jose

The Classic

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

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


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


• Cathedral length Veil. Another veil choice for classic brides. This elegant, 1 tier favorite will be the type she wished for.


• Pearl Set Accented with a Mix of Oval Shaped Crystals. Puts today's twist around the classic pearl set. The crystals add just the right 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 carries a silver shoulder chain for style and convenience.

Bohemian Chic

Flowing tresses, flowing dresses and flowers galore. This lady could be laid-back, however, not with regards to her wedding style. Summer bohemian brides will cherish the sunshine, breathable Solid Pashmina Wrap. Winter wedding? Ward off the chill in boho-chic and animal friendly style with all 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 best touch of sparkle without getting overdone.

Beach or mountaintop wedding? Walk on the aisle in comfort 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 vogue 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 type for miles. This urban bride is obviously on the technologically advanced 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 every one of the latest trends, she pairs the Bridal Russian Net Facial Blusher Veil having 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 ideal for refined hairstyles requiring only a single flower.

Speaking of flowers, trendy brides everywhere are donning splashes of color to their wedding wardrobes. All the rage right now: big flowers. The modern maven wears the Flower Pin in crimson red. This bold eye-catcher defies traditional wedding style rules, that is certainly 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 along with a lot delightful, many glamour girls get pegged with the "bridezilla" label. Deep down, they're simply misunderstood. They know what they want, make sure they obtain it, they're happy. And what, exactly, ensures they are happy? For one, the Fur Wrap, a stylish faux fur stole that perfectly completes winter months bride's trousseau. Next, needless to say, is the Stretch Satin Elbow Length Glove. A must in most color for glamour girls of every age group.

Shoes, naturally, are essential 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 incorporates 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 one inch high, allowing her to become true princess bride. Whether you fall under one of them categories, or tend to be a combination and match type, if you are true to your individual style, you'll look positively ravishing on "I do" day.

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