Guide for Brides

What style of jewellery should I choose?
Sometimes that depends on the style or theme of your wedding, what your personality is, your skin colour, physique and hairdo for the day and of course your wedding venue. Generally, if you are having a more traditional wedding gown, a more traditional crystal or pearl choker can look great. Or if you are having a more relaxed style of wedding, a simpler design may look better.

What sort of tiara/headpiece should I wear?
Again a tiara may suit a more formal gown & occasion, but if your gown is more casual or simple in design, a comb or crystal or pearl hairpiece may be more appropriate.

What sort of necklace should I wear?
That depends on the neckline of your dress. Chokers can look great with strapless gowns, a V-neckline would suit a simple drop pearl for example. A scoop neckline can accommodate most necklace styles. However it's important for the jewellery not to compete with your dress. Ideally the jewellery needs to compliment your gown.

What about bracelets & earrings?
We can make matching bracelets & earrings to co-ordinate into a set of jewellery to match the style & colour of your gown.

Should I wear a necklace, bracelet, headpiece & earrings together?
It depends, if your dress is heavily beaded for example, a simple elegant necklace, dainty earrings and a simple headpiece will be enough without looking too overdone.
On the other hand a simple strapless gown can look stunning with a cuff bracelet or maybe chandelier earrings to add a bit of drama. Less is always more. However it really depends on all of the elements that make up your wedding style as mentioned before - your type of wedding, style of gown, fabric, venue, your personality, your skin tone, hair colour etc etc.
At Shacara Beaded Jewellery, we can offer you free no obligation advice by appointment to help you choose your wedding jewellery accessories.

I have short hair, what can I wear in my hair?
Hairpins are a great idea for short hair & are suitable to wear with or without a veil. Your hairdresser will be able to fix them in position for you. Crystal or pearl combs are another great idea that can be combined with a veil or worn without. Gorgeous feather & nett fascinators are another great way to complete your look.

I see a design I like on your site but my dress is a different colour.
No problem, we specialize in custom orders. All you need is a swatch of your fabric to colour match.

Should I have pearls or crystals?
It depends on your over all look. We can help you co-ordinate the perfect look using the components that set off your gown perfectly. Years of experience in the bridal couture business makes Shacara the ideal place to ask for advice in this area.

Can you match the crystals/pearls in my wedding dress?
Absolutely. We have access to a vast array of colours of crystals and pearls to choose from. All that is needed is a fabric swatch of your gown.

What do my bridesmaids wear?
Again, most colours of crystals can be sourced to match your bridesmaids dresses. You can even help design the girl's necklaces & earrings. Advice can be given on what suits your bridal party to achieve a co-ordinated look.

I'm still confused, can I ask your advice in person?
That's what we are here for. Feel free to come over & visit Shacara Beaded Jewellery's quiet & comfortable studio in the leafy north eastern suburb of Rosanna.
Shacara is open on Friday's between 2pm & 5pm, Saturday's 10am till 1pm & by appointment Monday to Thursday.

We'd love to see you!