How to choose bridal earrings to suit your neckline

Choosing the right bridal earrings can be a game-changer for your wedding day look.

Earrings can enhance your features, complement your dress, and tie your entire bridal ensemble together. However, not all earring suit every neckline. The key to finding the perfect pair lies in understanding how your earrings interact with the neckline of your wedding dress. We’re here to help you make the best choice, offering styling tips and practical advice to ensure your earrings complement your look perfectly.

1. V neckline or low V back

A low V neckline or low V back is the ultimate in sensual sophistication. A low front doesn’t necessarily mean you need to wear a necklace to fill the space. Instead, consider statement earrings with a longer drop or a backwards facing headpiece can be the perfect details to accentuate the lines of the low V. Play on the long angular lines with unique accessories such as chain thread earrings, a long pearl drop or a clean wedding veil that highlights the strong V lines.

Best earring styles:

Drop earrings: Drop earrings are a natural choice or a V neckline. They mimic the downward plunge of the neckline, creating a harmonious and balanced look.
Teardrop earrings: Teardrop earrings can echo the shape of the V neck, adding a touch of elegance while enhancing the neckline’s slimming effect.

Styling tips:

Necklace pairing: A delicate pendant or lariat necklace that follows the line of the V neckline can complement drop earrings beautifully.
Face shape: If you have a round face, longer drop earrings can help elongate your face, balancing the sharp angles of the V neckline.

2. Strapless or sweetheart necklines

A sweetheart neckline is one of the most versatile necklines to accessorise. The world is your oyster. A necklace, earrings, headpiece and/or veil will all work together but the key is not to over-accessorise.

If you’d love to wear a crown, you don’t necessarily need to pair it with larger-than-life earrings or a necklace. A statement crown can look absolutely exquisite with crystal studs and no necklace, drawing attention to your face and dress.

Best earring styles:

Statement earrings: With a strapless or sweetheart neckline, your shoulders and collarbone are exposed, creating a beautiful canvas for statement earrings. Opt for chandelier earrings, oversized studs, or dramatic drop earrings to draw attention to your face and elongate your neck.
Delicate danglers: If your dress is already heavily embellished, choose more delicate danglers that add elegance without overpowering your look.

Styling tips:

Balance is key: If you choose statement earrings, consider forgoing a necklace or opting for a simple one to avoid overwhelming your décolletage.
Hair considerations: Updos or side swept hairstyles work wonderfully with statement earrings allowing them to shine without interference from your hair.

3. Halter neckline

Styling a halter neckline with earrings is all about balance and harmony. By choosing simple, elegant earrings that complement the neckline rather than compete with it, you can enhance the beauty of your dress without overwhelming it.

Best earring styles:

Studs or small hoops: Halter necklines often draw attention to the shoulders an upper body. To avoid competing with the neckline, opt for simple stud earrings or small hoops. These provide a touch of elegance without clashing with the neckline’s structure.
Pearl or diamond studs: Classic choices like pearl or diamond studs add a timeless elegance that suits the sophisticated look of a halter dress.

Styling tips:

Focus on simplicity: Because the halter neckline already creates a strong focal point, your earrings should be subtle. Avoid long or dangling earrings that might compete with the neckline.
Hair considerations: Consider an updo or high ponytail to fully showcase the halter neckline an keep the focus on your dress.

4. Off-the-shoulder neckline

An off-the-shoulder neckline is sensual, chic and utterly feminine. It draws attention to the neck, face and shoulders in the most beautiful way. It’s a shame to over accessorise this area and often a set of longer earrings or a backwards facing headpiece or crow is all you need.

If you just want a touch of sparkle, opt for some simpler studs to keep this area open and clean.

Best earring styles:

Chandelier or statement earrings: The off-the-shoulder neckline leaves plenty of space for statement earrings. Chandelier earrings can add drama and draw attention your face and collarbone.
Delicate drop earrings: Delicate drop earrings with a pearl suspended from a fine chain are a great choice. They add a touch of glamour while complementing the open neckline.

Styling tips:

No necklace needed: With an off-the-shoulder dress and chandelier earrings, you might want to skip the necklace to keep the focus on your earrings and the neckline.
Consider your hair: Loose waves or a soft updo can complement the romantic vibe of an off-the-shoulder dress while showcasing your earrings.

5. High necklines

We love to pair high necklines with anything from stud earrings that draw attention to the face to longer earrings on the delicate side. Avoid heavy chandelier style earrings if your dress features a lot of detail around the face as this can be a bit distracting and compete with the other details.

Pearl or crystal studs or dainty chain earrings are the perfect way to add a classic and sophisticated detail to a modern and chic neckline.

Best earring styles:

Stud earrings: While a high neckline covers most of your décolletage, generally it’s best to avoid long, dangling earrings that could compete with the neckline. However, if your earrings are your only accessory and your hair will be up and off your face, this combination can look quite breathtaking. If you wish to pair your look with other accessories, stud earrings provide a polished look without overwhelming your outfit.
Simple thread earrings: If you prefer something with a bit of length, opt for delicate chain earrings that add a touch of elegance without drawing too much attention away from your face and dress.

Styling tips:

Skip the necklace: High necklines often look best without a necklace. Instead, let your earrings and perhaps a bracelet do the talking.
Hair consideration: An elegant updo can help elongate your neck and keep the focus on the beautiful high neckline and earrings.

6. Boat neckline

When styling a boat neckline with earrings, the key is to find a balance that enhances the neckline without overshadowing it. Opt for earrings that add vertical interest.

Best earring styles:

Drop or dangling earrings: Boat necklines are wide and sit close to the collarbone, making them ideal for drop or dangling earrings that add length and draw the eye vertically.
Pearl or diamond drops: These classic styles can enhance the elegance of a boat neckline without overwhelming it.

Styling tips:

Keep it simple: Since the neckline is already a strong feature, choose earrings that are elegant but not overly elaborate. Simple drops or small chandeliers work well.
Consider a side part: A side parted hairstyle with soft waves can beautifully frame your face and complement the neckline and earrings.

7. One shoulder neckline

Styling a one shoulder neckline with earrings involves achieving a balance between the bold asymmetry of the dress and the subtle elegance of your accessories.

Best earring styles:

Studs or small drops: Studs or small drop earrings are often the best choice for a one shoulder neckline. These styles add elegance and sparkle without drawing attention away from the neckline.
Asymmetrical earrings: For a moder twist, some brides choose to wear asymmetrical earrings that play off the one shoulder design. For example, a small stud in one ear and a longer drop earring in the other can create a chic, fashion forward look.

Styling tips:

Match the drama of the dress: If the one shoulder dress is simple and sleek, you might have more room to experiment with slightly bolder earrings. However, if the dress has a lot of detail or embellishment around the neckline, it’s best to keep the earrings minimal.
Echo the shape: Earrings that mirror the angles and lines of the neckline, such as geometric shapes or angled drops, can complement the asymmetry of the dress beautifully.

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