Tips for Buying Wedding Accessories for Your Dress: Written in Lakewood, Colorado

To quote legendary financier Sanford Weill, "details create the main issue." Though Weill was likely discussing business, nothing may well be more accurate in terms of wedding style. Brides often focus so intently on the gowns that they can forget about the importance of 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 bit of know-how, it's easy to creatively coordinate look. Here are some tips for coordinating your wedding accessories to match your personal style.

Tips for Buying Wedding Accessories for Your Dress: Written in Lakewood, Colorado

The Classic

Pearls, veils and chignon chic. The classic bride knows what she would like. After all, she's been planning this wedding ever since she was a girl! She keeps these tidy set of her bridal must-haves hidden 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 while using gloves.


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


• Pearl Set Accented using a Mix of Oval Shaped Crystals. Puts a modern day 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 might be laid-back, however, not with regards to her wedding style. Summer bohemian brides will love the lighting, 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 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 perfect touch of sparkle without having to be overdone.

Beach or mountaintop wedding? Walk down the aisle in security in CeeCee flip-flops, featuring a comfy cushioned wedge sole plus a shimmer of rhinestone detailing. Otherwise, decide on a Peep Toe d'Orsay heel which has a colorful floral print and rosette accent about the front face of 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 classic heirloom piece.

Modern Maven

Sleek lines, hot trends and type for miles. This urban bride is obviously around the technologically advanced of fashion, and her bridal ensemble is not 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 using 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 merely a single flower.

Speaking of flowers, trendy brides everywhere are donning splashes of color to 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, that is certainly exactly 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 along with a lot delightful, many glamour girls get pegged using the "bridezilla" label. Deep down, they're simply misunderstood. They know what they desire, and as long as they have it, they're happy. And what, exactly, brings about happy? For one, the Fur Wrap, an elegant faux fur stole that perfectly completes winter months bride's trousseau. Next, naturally, could be the Stretch Satin Elbow Length Glove. A must in each and every color for glamour girls of any age.

Shoes, of course, are very important for this beautiful bride. Heels. The higher the better. The Dyeable Satin Platform with Ornament Ring Detail won't disappoint. This stacked platform is hip, saucy and incorporates 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 which is 1 " high, allowing her to be a true princess bride. Whether you fall under one of them categories, or are more this mixture and match type, while you are true to your own personal style, you'll look positively ravishing on "I do" day.

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