Selecting wedding jewelry is a very important process for the bride as she works on putting together her complete look for her wedding day. Many times she will have the option of borrowing pieces from her mom or grandmother to incorporate the “something old” into her wedding attire.

Sometimes however these pieces will no longer be available, but the bride may still wish to incorporate a touch of something old into her overall look. It is very possible today to have vintage jewelry recreated from an old photograph, or simply recreate something of your own so that you have vintage pieces to wear on your day.

The wonderful thing about vintage jewelry is that it serves as an excellent accessory for either casual or formal wear and is a classic way to express your personality. Pearls of all sizes have been worn traditionally for years and are an elegant and timeless touch with a vintage appeal.

Gemstones coupled with sterling silver are an ideal way to incorporate a little bit of luxury and vintage at the same time. Gemstones that were a favorite in centuries gone by are rubies, sapphire, and emeralds. If you are not able to use actual vintage pieces but still want that old world feel, adding elements such as these to your wedding jewelry will give it an instant vintage appeal.