James Rees Founder of Baroc jewellery boutique talks to Vows and Venues about what to look for when buying jewellery for a wedding.

Buying jewellery during wedding preparations is no longer a daunting task solely reserved for the groom-to-be or happy couple. Aside from engagement rings and wedding bands, buying jewellery as gifts for bridesmaids or groomsmen is becoming more and more popular to ensure that the occasion is a time never forgotten.

Liverpool brought us the Beatles and some of the best Premiership football in the world. Named the European Capital of Culture in 2008, Liverpool has become famous outside the two well-known facts above: one of the best cities for events in the world. It is definitely worth a visit, and what better way to explore the city than by shopping for your wedding Jewellery.

Dr Shaza A. Sabbagh​, PhD in Design and Technology from UAL, London College of Fashion, Founder of shathalondon.com gives her expert advice on choosing jewellery for your wedding day.

Are you preparing for your big day? did you think about your jewellery? Despite the fact that jewellery are the only wearable pieces that remain after the celebration, jewellery seem to be neglected.

W&W Jewellery has partnered with celebrated milliner Edwina Ibbotson to shine a spotlight on bespoke artistry and create a stylish look to inspire wedding guests how to pair a hat with their jewellery.  

With a shared passion for bespoke design and traditional craftsmanship, W&W Jewellery has created a beautiful hand painted jewellery illustration in response to Edwina Ibbotson’s hat design. With over 25 years’ experience, Edwina’s hats are frequently seen at events including Ascot, Goodwood and the recent Royal Weddings; her headpieces have also been exhibited in the V&A Museum. 

There might not be a Royal Wedding taking place this year but weddings still feature high on the summer event calendar and offer the definitive occasion for headwear. 

In a first for the leading high street jeweller, this year Goldsmiths has launched its ‘Christmas Gift Collection’ offering a range of stylish gifting options from just £20. The gift collection will be easily shoppable both in-store and online with dedicated gifting areas, offering inspiration for those shopping for the women that has everything. Here, we take a look at jewellery trends over the festive period…

Layering

Wear contemporary and chic pearls on your wedding day with beautiful bridal pearl jewellery styles from Claudia Bradby. Introducing Signature Hearts, a collection featuring pearl pendant necklaces, chokers and stud earrings, so beautiful you’ll be sure to dazzle on your big day!

Inspired by classic romanticism, such as an English rose garden, the pieces capture the feeling of finding something genuine, hidden deep amid life’s distractions. The modern and versatile pearl jewellery collection features striking heart motifs in rose gold and timeless rhodium, paired with lustrous natural seed pearls in delicate blushed pink and ethereal white.

What can be more amazing than shopping for gifts for the bride and groom? & What can be even more thrilling than having the perfect place to go to for a little box with a lot of meaning? Wedding jewellery can be the perfect gift!

Jewellerybox has been at the top of their game when it comes to elegance, personalization, quality and diversity in design of Jewellery for special occasions. Offering the sparkle needed for weddings jewellerybox becomes the magic wand to every bride and all her bridesmaids whether you’re buying for the bride or you are the bride.

Getting married and need some help finding the perfect bridal jewellery? Here are five things to keep in mind while you shop — including the strange reason some people say you should never wear pearls on your wedding day.

Go for something timeless
Marriage is (hopefully) eternal, but trends come and go. Bridal styles tend to reflect the fashions of the era, as these wedding dresses from across the decades go to show! From the voluminous sleeves of the 1980s to the strapless dresses of today, bridal styles are constantly changing, and trends in jewellery are no exception.

Picking the perfect wedding present is a big task, and something that is unique to every couple. The options are endless; from something personalised to help them remember the day to a practical present that’ll help them round the house. If you are looking for little bit of luxury for the couple who have everything then jewellery is the perfect gift.

Laings of Glasgow are one of Scotland’s best loved jewellery retailers, and we truly think that giving the happy couple the gift of jewellery, is the perfect option.

We’re going to share with you our favourite picks for wearable wedding gifts, as well as our top tips for giving the gift of jewellery on the big day.

Abi Insoll Fine Jewellery today launches its vibrant and magical Vintage Button Cufflink collection, which sees buttons of glass and metal - originating from as far back as the Edwardian era - mounted on silver or gold for the perfect wrist adornment. Designed and made by hand in Abi’s workshop on Eel Pie Island, each unique set of cufflinks has been lovingly crafted with comfort, style and ease of wear in mind; perfect for the groom or groomsmen on that special day!

So, you’ve found your dream wedding dress which will turn you into a Disney Princess for the day, but let’s face facts; once the big day is over this dress isn’t likely to see the light of day again.  Even your shoes face this fate. 

When it comes to choosing your jewellery for the day, why not choose pieces that will look great with other outfits! If you go for versatile jewellery items, they can add glamour to an everyday look too, helping you make the most of your jewellery wedding budget. Wearing the jewellery again and again will also act as a reminder of your special day.

Clogau have teamed up with Royal harpist Claire Jones to create her latest album, ‘This Love’. 

Claire Jones' album launched on the 28th July, which is the start of Britain’s most popular weekend for weddings of the whole year!! Produced in partnership with Clogau, they believe that the album is the perfect thing to listen to whilst deciding on which Clogau Compose engagement ring to present your loved one!

“You can’t put a price on commitment”. Clogau are proud to support the Fair Trade mining community and know that the 15% premium paid for fair-trade gold guarantees them a brighter future. As a gift from Clogau and as a thank you for choosing a piece from their Compose collection in fair trade and supporting them in their fight for better conditions, they will pay the 15% premium on your behalf, meaning that it will cost you nothing more!

Wedding season is in full swing, the engagement rings and dresses have already been chosen but there is one last detail that is very important – the wedding bands!

LUXURY high street retailer Goldsmiths have launched three new exclusive collections this summer including the striking Multi Stone Collection, the alluring D Colour Diamond Collection and elegant Mappin & Webb Empress Collection.

The Multi Stone Collection features stunning white gold and diamond pieces, from rings and earrings to delicate pendants. The new collection uses a state-of-the-art diamond setting technique which results in a much wider visual appearance, and one of a full stone rather than a traditional multi stone look. The Multi Stone Collection is guaranteed to make a statement with its sparkling nature and high impact design, and with price points ranging from £400 to £4,000 it’s suitable for a variety of budgets.