Wedding Apparel: Jewelry for the Mothers

To see your child happily married is a wonderful life event. Whether you’re the mother of a bride or the mother of a groom, you want to look your very best on this special day. So much care goes into picking the perfect outfit, as well as the accessories you’re going to wear with it. Jewelry should be both appropriate - no outshining the bride! - and a beautiful expression of the joy you’re feeling.

We specialize in helping people find memorable jewelry for their special events. Here are some tips to keep in mind when shopping for the jewelry you’ll be wearing to your child’s wedding:

Comfort & Quality are your top concern.

On the actual day of the wedding, you want to be able to enjoy yourself without any distractions or worry - especially about your jewelry. Whatever pieces of jewelry you do choose to wear should fit you comfortably and securely. This is not the time to wear a ring that’s just a teeny bit too large - it might slip off without you noticing before it’s much too late. Check and double check the clasps on bracelets, watches, and necklaces to make sure they’re working properly. You want the jewelry you’re wearing during this special event to be well made, so there’s no concerns about breakage, losing stones, or other wardrobe malfunction.

Indulge your love for color & shine.

Colored gemstone jewelry is often the choice for mother of the bride and mother of the groom jewelry. Some mothers choose to coordinate their jewelry with the wedding party colors. This can be done using precious stones such as sapphire, emerald, and ruby as well as with semi-precious gemstones, which are available in every color of the rainbow.

Remember you’re going to be shaking a lot of hands.

If you’re planning to wear a right hand ring, choose it knowing that you’ll be shaking hands with lots of people - particularly if you’re standing in the receiving line with the happy couple. Smaller, sleeker rings are easier on the hands of both the hand shaker and the hand shakee. If you can’t resist a gorgeous statement ring - and who could blame you? - we suggest considering saving it to wear during the reception.