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The Do’s and Don’ts of Wearing Jewelry for Formal Events


Titanium and 18K Yellow Gold Wedding Band Ring

Titanium and 18K Yellow Gold Wedding Band Ring

Got another formal event to attend but don’t know what kind of jewelry will work with your formal attire? Don’t fear. There are some guidelines you need to follow. Just read on as we provide you the tips. You will stand out at the event, be it a wedding, an upscale reception, a fancy cocktail party or a ball. These dos and don’ts will save you a great deal of time and confusion.

One thing which makes most woman worry about is whether the dress or jewelry they are wearing will match the theme, and whether the attire they have chosen will look good or not and countless other similar questions.

Personalized Marquise Gemstone Heart Necklace in White Gold

Personalized Marquise Gemstone Heart Necklace in White Gold

Understandably, you are concerned but remember your jewelry, such as rings, necklaces, and bangles are just there to complement your appearance. Don’t try too hard to find that one piece of jewelry that will make you attractive. Don’t complicate things for yourself. The rule of thumb when accessorizing for formal events is to keep it simple. Overdoing the jewelry will kill the style completely. Honestly, less is more fits perfectly here.

If you are going to a professional formal event, keep the jewelry as light as possible. Wear a locket, single layered and chained is preferred, and complement it with simple round hooped earrings and an elegant watch. There, you captured the perfect look.

Set of 3 Tri-Color Gold Intertwining Bangle Bracelets

Set of 3 Tri-Color Gold Intertwining Bangle Bracelets

However, if you are going to a ball or a wedding, in which case you will be wearing a long gown or something similar, you can play with the many options available to you. You can wear more pieces of jewelry. Go with the classy jewels or choose from any of your most prized possessions. If you have gold or diamond pieces, of course, you are going to accessorize your attire using them. You will pull off any dress with that.

Additionally, you can choose a necklace. It can be layered or lengthy, whatever suits you, and goes with your dress. But make sure you are not overdoing anything. People should pay attention to you, not to your jewelry. Maintain your charm by carrying a clutch that pairs well with your jewelry and dress.

1/4 Carat Diamond Infinity Necklace in 14K White Gold

1/4 Carat Diamond Infinity Necklace in 14K White Gold

Try to create a good mix of jewelry. If you are wearing studs, go with a locket. If you are wearing a necklace, then the right match are earrings. A few bangles with a watch will help you capture the essence of what we call mesmerizing.

Picking the right jewelry to wear for formal events becomes easier if you have decided what dress you are going to wear as your outfit contributes to a large part of your overall style statement. The co-ordination with other aspects is extremely important.  In case of formal events, hairstyle and shoes matter too. Precisely, every single little things works together to get that look you want to impress everyone around.

So, these are some dos and don’ts of wearing jewelry for formal events you should keep in mind.

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