Statement Piece Necklaces. Yay or Nay

mrstobe2014 · January 2014

Opinions welcome.

My bridesmaids are wearing floor length, eggplant (dark purple), chiffon dresses. My 'colors' are greys and purples with pops of turquoise. I was thinking about getting the bridesmaids some turquoise statement piece necklaces.

Yay or nay?

manateehugger · January 2014

Unless you just really really want them, I say nay. Some of your ladies may not love it or wear it again, and I think you'd be better off saving your money for their bridesmaid gifts instead.

Besides, no one really cares what jewelry the bridesmaids are wearing. They're too busy looking at the bride!

What about bringing it in with their bouquets instead?

grumbledore · January 2014

I have to agree. While it would probably look great, it's not ultimately worth it imo.

jenna8984 · January 2014

I hate big gaudy necklaces but that's just me, I don't wear jewelry lol

Gina0887 · January 2014

I'm not a fan of them at all. I think it takes away from looking at them to staring at a huge necklace. And turquoise isn't something many people would wear again.

PrettyGirlLost · January 2014

I like statement piece necklaces, but they have to be the right kind and quality or else they just look gaudy and cheap.

I'd let your BMs choose their own jewelry.

Giaspo · January 2014

My BMs wore floor length eggplant chiffon too. I wanted them to have chunky necklaces but not quite statement, and was able to find them at Kohls. They were a silver color and did not stand out. I think the turquoise sounds pretty and I'm wondering if there's another way to incorporate it? In the bouquets somehow?

JoanE2012 · January 2014

mrstobe2014 said:

Opinions welcome.

My bridesmaids are wearing floor length, eggplant (dark purple), chiffon dresses. My 'colors' are greys and purples with pops of turquoise. I was thinking about getting the bridesmaids some turquoise statement piece necklaces.

Yay or nay?

Ehhh, I'd let them wear whatever jewelry they want. If you really want them to wear it, it's fine....as long as it's not part of their gift.

singinchick13 · January 2014

I agree with the bouquet idea. You could do turquoise ribbon around them or even use those jewel bead or brooch accents scattered in with the flowers. If they want to play up the turquoise they can find a unique piece they would love to wear, something that makes them feel beautiful.

saacjw · January 2014

I'm personally not a huge fan of big jewelry. I'm petite and it kind of overwhelms me. I'd ask your bridesmaids if they like the idea and go from there.

MillyLH · January 2014

I love turquoise jewelery, and with the grey and purple it sounds beautifull. But ultimately I agree with the others. I think lot of people simply won't notice the jewelery on them!

Maggie0829 · January 2014

I like statement jewelry but not on me. I actually hate wearing necklaces because they just bother me. So even if I liked the piece I would probably never wear it.

mrstobe2014 · January 2014

PDKH said:

Unless you just really really want them, I say nay. Some of your ladies may not love it or wear it again, and I think you'd be better off saving your money for their bridesmaid gifts instead.

Besides, no one really cares what jewelry the bridesmaids are wearing. They're too busy looking at the bride!

What about bringing it in with their bouquets instead?

Yep, already put it in the bouquets

Just thought the necklaces might be fun. And no, not as their gifts

erinlin25 · January 2014

could be fun, I agree but am also on the bandwagon that as a petite girl I do not like them on me personally. So would I wear it for you, sure but would I wear it again--No. If it is in your budget go for it, but just keep in mind they may never wear them again so may or may not be worth your money.

Blergbot · January 2014

I bought a statement necklace for my wedding day (it was $20 on sale, so I figured I'd take the risk). I'm not sure whether or not I'll wind up wearing it. It's really pretty, but it does look a bit cheap close up. I'm going to get in my dress and take pics with it and with another, subtler necklace and see which I like better. I like the statement necklace look right now, but maybe it's just trendy and I'll say "What was I thinking?" Later, you know?

CMGragain · January 2014

Statement piece necklaces are a current fad. I doubt if anyone will be wearing them ten years from now, and they will look dated in your wedding photos. Classic pearls are always a good choice, and they are a timeless bridal tradition.

NiceAnemone · January 2014

Love the statement pieces! It will really make your wedding standout and be unique, especially the turquoise. Very Bohemian!

MillyLH · January 2014

Having said that, these pearls here are gorgeous! They certainly will be looking at the bridesmaids if they are wearing these. (Which is perhaps a reason to avoid them!)

Maggie0829 · January 2014

CMGragain said:

Statement piece necklaces are a current fad. I doubt if anyone will be wearing them ten years from now, and they will look dated in your wedding photos. Classic pearls are always a good choice, and they are a timeless bridal tradition.

This is ridiculous. Everything is a fad. One one shoulder gown I am sure will look dated in 10 or 15 years. My Mom's wedding dress from the 70's looked dated when I looked at her pictures. There is no way to not look dated a decade or more from the time you get married. That is just the nature of fashion and wedding dress styles.

I am under the belief that you should wear what you love now so when you look back on your wedding pictures you smile and remember the person that you were back then.

Nov182015 · January 2014

I agree with Maggie. I'm sure everything in a way is going to look "dated" 10 years from now...

I would ask your BMs what they are comfortable in. Maybe the necklace would be a go, or maybe you and your ladies could agree on a hair accessory, bracelet, etc....

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