Dazzling Brides: New Trends in Wedding Accessories

Weddings are the perfect opportunity to put on something spectacular, and many brides strive to do just that. Something that would ordinarily be considered a little over-the-top could be quite striking and even understated when paired with a wedding gown.

One such recent trend is the addition of crystal-encrusted crowns and masks. These particular crowns and masks are not your ordinary prom tiara or Mardi Gras grade accessory; instead they are made from delicate wires that are woven and twisted into intricate filigrees and accented with crystals, stones, beads, ribbons, and rhinestones. The wires offered are usually in the traditional gold and silver, but some can be made from colored, or even black, wires-your choice depending on the theme of your wedding, of course.

Many designers are even offering custom pieces that not only match your wedding colors or theme, but fit your head perfectly because they will take into consideration how you will be wearing your hair for your big day along with basic sizing considerations. Because the medium is so versatile one of these crowns or masks can be the ultimate accent to the daintiest and most ethereal float of chiffon and tulle, or they can be heavy and Gothic to suit a Renaissance-inspired velvet and brocade gown.

A well made crown or mask is also light, so you can continue to wear it through the reception without a headache. They are also deceptively durable too, which means you don't need to panic when Uncle Ernie passes behind you with an over-full buffet plate and bumps your head. Your hair may not necessarily survive the reception or Uncle Ernie, but your jewelry will! If you decide to wear one these gorgeous accessories on the Big Day you can rest assured that you will be absolutely stunning. Be prepared for plenty of compliments as well as more than a few inquiries from the future brides on your guest list.