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[C519]Cheap Wedding Jewelry Sets

by Michel Crown, Mic

1. Buy replicas. From a distance and to the undiscerning eye, cubic zirconia and crystal are indistinguishable from real stones. If you have fallen in love with a piece of fine jewelry you cannot afford, a similar piece made with these less expensive materials can look exquisite.

2. Opt for silver or gold-plated jewelry instead of solid gold or platinum. To a casual observer, the difference in quality is not obvious.

3. Consider inexpensive pearls (freshwater cultured pearls are generally cheaper than other types). Or, buy pearl-shaped crystals.

4. Ask for a discount if you plan to buy several pieces. Also, it cannot hurt to make an offer on a piece. Designers, online stores, and other independents have some latitude when pricing their goods.

5. Buy on eBay. There is always a wide variety of inexpensive pieces available through auction or eBay stores. Inventory changes constantly, so return often if you do not find the right piece on your first visit.

6. Rent jewelry for your wedding. If you must have fine jewelry but cannot afford it, rent pieces for the ceremony and reception.

7. Make your own jewelry. You will enjoy the added benefit of complete customization. Craft stores like Ben Franklin and Hobby Lobby have aisles dedicated to jewelry-making supplies. You can also purchase supplies on eBay.

8. Consider borrowing. Wearing a piece from Mom, Aunt Ellen, or a special friend can add sentimental value to the wedding while doing wonders for a strained budget.

There you have it! Eight ways to ease budget strain and still wear the perfect jewelry ensemble on your big day.

Article written by Bobette Kyle.

As if it wasn't hard enough picking the neckline in the first place, now you have to find accessories to match! Which necklaces will complement a scoop neck, strapless, boat neck, or a wrap-style gown? What about finding jewelry for the bridesmaids dresses? Custom jewelry designer Sarah Stephens offers her professional opinion on this style stumper.

1. Boat Neck
Boat-neck dresses feature sharp necklines that go straight across the collarbone, from shoulder to shoulder. Shorter necklace lengths, like the collar or choker styles (about 12 inches and 15 inches, respectively), are flattering with this neckline. Avoid longer styles as they tend to make the chest look broader than it is.

2. Scoop or Ballet Neck Tops
The scoop and ballet necklines offer wide openings to the neck, exposing most of the collar bone and stopping just at the top of the cleavage. Necklaces should be choker length, hitting at the collarbone or just below and should be delicate and feminine. As opposed to a longer style, this length balances the exposed space of the chest in an appealing way.

3. Deep V-Neck
The deep V-neck permits either a feminine, lengthy necklace that mirrors the cut of the dress, or a rounder, wider shaped piece that balances out the sharp V. strands and longer necklaces emphasize cleavage, while shorter pendants highlight the neck and collarbone. Be sure that the necklace falls either an inch below the V or remains a few inches above. Otherwise the cut and the necklace will intermingle and hide each other.

4. Plunging Neckline
There are a variety of options for this daring look. necklaces, at about 32-45 inches, including lariats, are a sexy option for plunging necklines. On the other hand, a delicate princess length (17 inches) can be a teaser that leads the eye to the cleavage. Be sure not to choose a necklace that ends exactly where the V-neck begins; it will fall inside the dress material and distract the onlooker.

5. Wrap Dress
Depending on the design, this fashionable look exposes a good amount of neckline and decollete. Pendants that fall between 16 and 18 inches are perfect-either bold or delicate. I recommend in particular a layered necklace that is punctuated by identical pendants at the base of each strand.

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