How to Choose the Right Necklace for Every Bridal Neckline

Choosing bridal jewelry can feel overwhelming, but the right piece can add the perfect finishing touch to your wedding day look. You’ve found the dress, you’ve chosen your forever partner– now it’s time to pick a necklace that compliments your bridal neckline beautifully. This blog explores the ideal necklace styles for each wedding dress neckline.

Sweetheart Neckline

A sweetheart neckline is a timeless wedding dress option. Shaped like the top of a heart, this
romantic neckline enhances the decolletage. The sweetheart neckline was popularized during
the Italian Renaissance, and remains a staple today.  The sweetheart neckline accentuates the
feminine silhouette with a deep v-neckline and curved top.

Best Necklaces for a Sweetheart Neckline

 

  • Diamond-Studded Statement Necklaces

A sweetheart neckline leaves plenty of open space on the décolletage, perfect for a
statement necklace to shine.

  • Graduating necklaces

Sweetheart necklines draw attention to the center of the chest, following the curves of
the gown. Graduated necklaces gradually increase in size towards the center, mirroring
the neckline dip.

 

Bridal Necklaces We Recommend

Exquisite choker-style necklace featuring a stunning array of marquise and pear-shaped lab diamonds. It showcases a series of marquise diamonds at the base, elegantly cascading into drops of clusters of marquise and pear-shaped diamonds.

37.53 carat Marquise and Pear Lab Diamond Statement Necklace

Our show-stopping Marquise and Pear Lab Diamond Statement Necklace drips with
sparkling stones set in a chandelier. Create a tradition and go for a modern heirloom.

 

Illusion set diamonds graduating in size from smaller to larger as it finishes with a center 'v-shape'. Set in 18 karat goldIllusion set diamonds graduating in size from smaller to larger as it finishes with a center 'v-shape'. Set in 18 karat gold

3.60 carat Illusion Set Diamond Graduated Tennis Necklace

Our classic Illusion Set Diamond Graduated Tennis Necklace sparkles with round brilliant cut
stones set in a sweeping curve, elegantly following the lines of a sweetheart dress. 

V-Neckline

The V-Neckline is an elongating style that dips in a v-shape, offering a flattering and sometimes
dramatic look. The length and width of the V varies from wedding dress to wedding dress.

Best Necklaces for a V-Neckline

 

  • Long pendant necklaces

Elongated linear pendants and delicate chains drop set next to the neckline mimic the shape of
the v-neckline without taking away from the dress itself. 

  • V-shaped necklaces

A classic diamond tennis necklace arranged in a chevron shape, provides an alluring symmetry
that amplifies the details of the gown’s neckline.

Bridal Necklaces We Recommend

 

Tennis necklace with graduating size round diamonds "illusion" set with a unique lariat-style double tassel.Tennis necklace with graduating size round diamonds "illusion" set with a unique lariat-style double tassel.

6.52 carat Graduating Size Diamond Tassel Tennis Necklace

The Graduating Size Diamond Tassel Tennis Necklace glistens with round brilliant cut stones
dripping in a double tassel front, amplifying any v-neckline bridal gown.  

 

Tennis necklace design featuring "V-shape" shape design toward the neckline featuring round brilliant cut diamonds in four prong settings; made in 18 karat white gold.Tennis necklace design featuring "V-shape" shape design toward the neckline featuring round brilliant cut diamonds in four prong settings; made in 18 karat white gold.

V-Shaped Diamond Tennis Necklace

Our V-Shaped Diamond Tennis Necklace features the classic diamond tennis chain in a unique
chevron shape, making it the ultimate keepsake for your wedding day and years of wear. 

 

Asymmetrical Neckline

An Asymmetrical neckline features a single-shoulder design for a modern and unique wedding
day look. This is perfect for brides who want something non traditional, and show-stopping.

Best Necklaces for an Asymmetrical Neckline

  • Subtle Pendants

A small, short pendant adds that wedding day sparkle without covering up any key pieces of the
wedding dress. We recommend opting for a solitaire pendant or halo pendant

  • Short necklaces 

Choosing a short necklace keeps the decolletage simple so as to not overshadow the drama of
the one shoulder look. A classic tennis necklace that hits at the collar bone works perfectly.

Bridal Necklaces We Recommend

Petite Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Pendant

Our Petite Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Pendant features a geometric Art Deco pendant with a
delicate chain. 

Delicate tennis necklace design featuring round brilliant cut diamonds set into special setting that helps accentuate the circular appearance of each stone; set in 14 karat white goldDelicate tennis necklace design featuring round brilliant cut diamonds set into special setting that helps accentuate the circular appearance of each stone; set in 14 karat white gold

4.59 carat Diamond Tennis Necklace

Shorter necklaces, such as classic tennis necklaces, add a lavish or understated effect. The
Diamond Tennis Necklace pairs well with a variety of wedding gowns.

Bateau/Boat Neck Neckline

The bateau or boatneck is a wide, horizontal neckline that skims the collarbone, creating a
demure style because it sits high and close to the neck. The bateau bridal look has survived
ages of wedding dress trends – a true classic!

Best Necklaces for a Bateau/Boat Neck Neckline

  • Minimalistic Pendant Necklace

A petite, lightweight pendant on a slim chain enhances the boatneck collar without taking away
from the wedding dress. Opt for a fine chain – keeping it simple by not breaking the neckline
with anything that clashes with the dress.

  • Choker

A beautiful diamond choker that hits above the collarbone allows for some radiant sparkle,
while not breaking the neckline of the wedding dress.

Bridal Necklaces We Recommend

Radiant and Pear Lab Diamond Duo Pendant

We suggest a minimal pendant necklace like the Radiant and Pear Lab Diamond Duo Pendant
featuring a classic two-stone style to celebrate your union.

 

2.58 Carat Diamond Choker Style Tennis Necklace

A Diamond Choker Style Tennis Necklace is the perfect length to add visual interest to the
neckline without detracting from the dress.

Off-Shoulder Neckline 

The off the shoulder neckline drapes over the upper arms, highlighting the shoulder and
collarbone for a soft, romantic wedding day look. This style offers the perfect balance of
sophistication and makes the most of the soft, flowing fabric and embellishments of the
wedding dress.

Best Necklaces for Off-Shoulder Neckline

  • Short Statement Necklace

An off-the-shoulder neckline allows for plenty of space to work with, but take care not to
overshadow the details of your dress. A short statement necklace resting at the collarbone
makes a splash without reaching too close to the neckline.

  • Pendant Necklace

A pendant necklace works perfectly with an off-the-shoulder bridal gown. You can opt for a
solitaire or halo style pendant that compliments the neckline rather than competes with it.

Bridal Necklaces We Recommend

Five separate pear shape lab diamonds appear to float on the neck as they dangle from a diamond cut chain, each about 1 inch apart; made in 14 karat white goldFive separate pear shape lab diamonds appear to float on the neck as they dangle from a diamond cut chain, each about 1 inch apart; made in 14 karat white gold

Floating Pear Shape Lab Diamond Necklace

Our Floating Pear Shape Lab Diamond Necklace features sparkling pear-shaped stones set in
even intervals, giving this delicate chain a station style. 

1.30 carat Lab-Grown Pear GIA Graded Diamond Solitaire Pendant

The Lab-Grown Pear GIA Graded Diamond Solitaire Pendant has all the classic elegance of a
solitaire stone set on a cable chain.

Square Neckline

A square neckline wedding dress features a straight edged cut that frames the collarbone and
decolletage, creating a structured, elegant look. It can range from delicate and romantic to bold
and modern depending on the dress style, fabric and accents. Square necklines saw a resurgence of popularity in the 1990s to early 2000s and have remained in rotation ever since.

 

Best Necklaces for a Square Neckline:

  • Medium Length Necklaces

A medium length necklace will sit perfectly in the open space of the chest without
overwhelming the structured neckline.

  • Short Statement Necklace

A delicate statement piece follows the neckline’s geometric lines for a balanced look, and
enhancing the neckline. 

Bridal Necklaces We Recommend 

Two rounds, pears, marquises, and princess make up this petite multi-shape bezel bar necklace to add to your mixed shape collection or match any of your existing jewelry!

Multi Shape Bezel Bar Necklace

The Multi Shape Bezel Bar Necklace showcases multiple diamond cuts in a bezel setting on a
linear pendant that sits on a delicate chain.

Gorgeous bezel set tennis necklace featuring oval shape lab diamonds weighing approximately .20 carats going all the way around; made in 14 karat gold.Gorgeous bezel set tennis necklace featuring oval shape lab diamonds weighing approximately .20 carats going all the way around; made in 14 karat gold.

22.4 carat TW Oval Lab Diamond Bezel Set Tennis Necklace

An elevated, modern take on the classic tennis necklace, our Oval Lab Diamond Bezel Set
Tennis Necklace features bezel-set oval cut stones.

High Neckline 

A high neckline covers the chest and neck, giving a sophisticated, vintage, and modest
appearance–this includes mock turtlenecks and turtlenecks, reminiscent of the Victorian era
that saw a resurgence of popularity in the 1980s. Brides may often choose an all-over lace gown
with a high-neck gown, with intricate beadwork and hand-stitched embellishments. 

Our Advice: Skip the Necklace 

A necklace will only detract from your high-neck wedding gown. Both the necklace and the
gown will get lost within each other. Instead, opt for a dazzling pair of bridal earrings and a
bracelet or two. 

 

Happy Bridal Jewelry Hunting!

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